In African-Descent Glaucoma Patients, Visual Field Changes Up
May contribute to delayed detection of progression compared to glaucoma patients of European descent
Ultra-Processed Food Linked to Increased Overall Cancer Risk
10% increase in proportions of ultra-processed foods tied to >10% higher breast and overall cancer risk
Patients Want Physicians to Have Greater Connectivity
Most patients want greater connectivity, online tools, convenience via SMS, and more time with doctors
Four Best Practices Outlined to Prevent Health Care Cyberattacks
Health care execs should ID potential inefficiencies in cybersecurity, ensure systems backed up
Low Postnatal Levels of Arachidonic Acid Linked to ROP
Evaluating arachidonic acid and gestational age identifies ROP with a sensitivity >90 percent
EHRs Not Sufficient to Ensure Success in Value-Based Care
EHRs do not necessarily capture information needed; interoperability is poor, analytics are incomplete
Top Consumer Concerns Reported About Physicians
Concerns relate to time with physicians; technology detracting from patient care; rising costs
Poll: Personal Beliefs Shouldn’t Allow Doctors to Refuse to Treat
Majority surveyed don't believe health care workers should be able to refuse services based on beliefs
Humanities Exposure Positively Impacts Medical Students
Findings may influence future medical school recruitment, curricula
Persistent DME More Likely With Bevacizumab Treatment
Persistent diabetic macular edema more likely with bevacizumab than aflibercept or ranibizumab
