Smoking Ups Long-Term Risks From Radiotherapy in Breast CA
Risk associated with radiotherapy for breast cancer is substantially reduced with smoking cessation
Nocturia May Be Reduced by Cutting Daily Intake of Salt
An easy way for patients to reduce nighttime urination and subsequent impact on sleep
Paid Malpractice Claims Cut in Half From 1992 to 2014 in U.S.
But, increase in mean compensation amounts and percentage of paid claims exceeding $1 million
Inositol Supplements Don’t Prevent Gestational Diabetes
Findings among women with a family history of diabetes
Higher Risk of Adverse Outcomes for Births to Young CA Survivors
Increased risks among live births for adolescent and young adult cancer survivors
Treatment Seeking Low Among Teens With Eating Disorders
Those with counter-stereotypic presentation even less likely to seek treatment
Perinatal HIV Infection Down in U.S. From 2002 to 2013
37.5% of mothers had HIV infection diagnosed pre-pregnancy in 2002-2005, vs 51.5% in 2010-2013
30-Day Mortality Down During Joint Commission Survey Weeks
Patients admitted during survey weeks (versus non-survey weeks) have significantly lower mortality
Mobile App Cuts In-Person Visits After Breast Reconstruction
Number of visits down, increase in e-mails to doctors for ambulatory patients undergoing breast recon
Heterogeneous Association for Alcohol, CVD Presentation
Non-drinking linked to increased risks of unstable angina, MI, heart failure, ischemic stroke, PAD, AAA
