Too Few Americans Know the Warning Signs of Stroke
Many who experience symptoms consistent with a TIA fail to report it
Optimal Cardiovascular Health in Middle Age Adds Years to Life
Researchers find it linked to longer, disease-free life
Weight Loss Can Decelerate Knee Joint Degeneration
Lower rates of progression seen with greater weight loss
Intense Interval Training Cuts Hypoglycemia Awareness in T1DM
Single bout of HIIT reduces awareness among patients with normal awareness of hypoglycemia
Pictorial Messages Better for Discouraging Indoor Tanning
Pictorial messages produce greater negative reactions; more effective than text-only messages
April 2017 Briefing – Nursing
Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in Nursing for April 2017. This roundup includes the latest...
Cold Application Decreases Fibromyalgia Pain
10-minute cold application on the trapezius muscle tied to significant decrease in pain score
Screen Size, Shape Affect User Perception of Smartwatches
Large screens are more effective for promoting hedonic and pragmatic qualities of smartwatches
Teleconcussion Assessments Are Feasible for Football Players
High level of agreement between remote and face-to-face providers with regard to examination findings
Simulation Ups Parent Confidence for NICU Discharge
Simulation experience was highly rated; parents reported feeling more prepared after the simulation
