Accelerated Lung Function Decline for Women Who Clean
Faster decline in women responsible for cleaning at home, occupational cleaners, but not for men
No Evidence Use of SEP-1 Bundle Ups Survival in Sepsis
Neither the sepsis management bundle nor its interventions improve survival for adults with sepsis
Odds of ARDS Up After Cardiac Surgery During Flu Season
Cardiac surgery during flu season is independent risk factor for acute respiratory distress syndrome
Aspirin, Rivaroxaban Similar After Total Hip, Knee Arthroplasty
Extended prophylaxis with aspirin no different from rivaroxaban for preventing venous thromboembolism
Burnout Found Prevalent Among Doctors in Single Health System
Link between patient satisfaction and emotional exhaustion; also tied to odds of leaving organization
Mortality Risks of Exclusive Cigar, Cigarette, Pipe Use ID’d
Higher risk of tobacco-related cancer death for current/former cigarette, current cigar, pipe smoking
Long-Term Inhaled Corticosteroid Use May Raise Fracture Risk
Long-term inhaled corticosteroid use for COPD tied to small increased risk of hip, upper extremity fracture
Influenza A(H3N2) Viruses Predominate 2017-2018 Season
Vaccine effectiveness estimated at 25 percent against A(H3N2)
Many in Oregon View Alcohol As More Harmful Than Marijuana
In survey, 52.5 percent called alcohol more harmful, 40 percent considered the two equally harmful
Patients Want Physicians to Have Greater Connectivity
Most patients want greater connectivity, online tools, convenience via SMS, and more time with doctors
