Hearing Aids, Cochlear Implants Aid Social Outcomes for Seniors
Social quality of life improved and perceived social handicap decreased
Adolescent Vaping of THC, Cannabidiol, Synthetic Cannabinoids Increasing
Prevalence of delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol, cannabidiol, and synthetic cannabinoids vaping higher for girls than boys
Obstructive Sleep Apnea Tied to Poor Outcomes in U.S. Soldiers
Negative outcomes include mental health challenges, traumatic injuries, and increased health care utilization
EMS Calls to Schools Usually Result in Hospital Transport
Trauma was more common among elementary school-age students, while psychiatric conditions/substance abuse seen more frequently among adolescents
Delirium Common Among Critically Ill Patients With Stroke
Delirium most common among those with intracerebral hemorrhage; more severe delirium tied to worse outcomes
COVID-19 Pandemic Yielded Indirect Increases in Disease Burden
Most predominant causes of increased DALY burden globally were seen for depressive and anxiety disorders, especially among women and girls
2002 to 2022 Saw Increase in Teen Handgun Carrying in Florida
However, handgun carrying in school, favorable attitudes toward handgun carrying in school, and handgun access decreased over time
Oregon Infants Sickened by Lead in Recalled Target Baby Food
Disparities Exist in Outpatient Referrals for Opioid Use Disorder
Findings seen for Black patients presenting to the emergency department
Chronic Exposure to Systemic Inflammation May Increase Risk for Affective Disorders
Prevalence higher for current depressive symptoms and current anxiety symptoms