Pace of Influenza Activity Picking Up Across the United States
Dominant strain right now is H3N2, CDC epidemiologist notes
β-Blockers Linked to Reduced Mortality in HFrEF, A-Fib
Reduction in all-cause mortality, but not hospitalization, regardless of pattern, burden of a-fib
First U.S. Case of Locally Acquired Zika Described
Case of pregnant woman who has since given birth; infant has no signs of infection
CDC: Higher Risk of Death From Leading Causes in Rural America
More smoking, obesity and less use of seatbelts are some possible reasons why
New Comprehensive Report Looks at Benefits, Harms of Cannabis
Can ease chronic pain, chemo-related nausea, muscle spasms in MS, but researchers cite risks, too
Sitagliptin Has Neutral CV Risk Effect in Elderly With T2DM, CVD
Neutral effects on cardiovascular risk among older patients with well-controlled T2DM and CVD
Low Serum Vitamin D Linked to Frequent Headache in Men
Significantly increased odds of headache for those in lowest versus highest serum 25(OH)D quartile
Worsening QoL Linked to Early Tx Discontinuation in Breast Cancer
Worsening in any MENQOL domain or menopause-specific QoL linked to early treatment cessation
Increase Noted in Mindfulness Practices From 2002 to 2012
Farm, blue-collar workers have lower mindfulness practice compared to white-collar workers
PCP Involvement Tied to End-of-Life Care Patterns
Higher primary care physician involvement linked to less intensive and lower cost end-of-life care
