Left Ventricular Assist Device Ups QoL in Ambulatory Heart Failure
Left ventricular assist devices increase quality-adjusted life-years, readmissions, and costs
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
CDC: Higher Risk of Death From Leading Causes in Rural America
More smoking, obesity and less use of seatbelts are some possible reasons why
Excessive FDA Regulation Driving High Drug Prices
First-in-class drugs are fast-tracked while follow-on drugs can take up to 15 years to be approved
Tobacco Control Plays Key Role in Saving Both Lives and Dollars
Higher prices, taxes would deter smoking and generate income, WHO and others say
Post-Op Incentive Spirometry Not Beneficial After Bariatric Surgery
No effect on postoperative hypoxemia, arterial oxygen saturation level, or pulmonary complications
Decline in MRSA Infection Rates in Veterans Affairs Facilities
Decrease in MRSA HAI rates in acute care, spinal cord injury units, long-term-care facilities
Acid Suppression in Pregnancy Linked to Childhood Asthma
Review suggests, but doesn't prove, offspring one-third more likely to see a doctor for asthma
Teaching Service Cuts Resource Use in COPD Exacerbations
Significantly lower risk-adjusted cost and length of stay in teaching group versus nonteaching group
Exercise + Weight Loss Improves Asthma Control in Obese
Addition of exercise to weight-loss program also improves lung function, inflammatory biomarkers
