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Non-O Blood Group Tied to Higher CAD, MI Risk
Findings based on meta-analysis involving 10 studies, nearly 175,000 people
Behavioral Weight Loss Program Assists Breast Cancer Survivors
Clinically meaningful weight loss over two years in overweight/obese survivors of breast cancer
Hysterectomy + Panniculectomy Can Be Safely Performed
In adjusted analysis, similar complication rates seen for combined procedures, but longer length of stay
ACP Supports Expanded Role of Telemedicine for Health Care
Responsible telemedicine can take place when a physician-patient relationship has been established
EHR Vendors Not Adhering to Usability Certification Standards
Several widely used EHR products found not to adhere to ONC certification requirements
Chronic Rhinosinusitis Linked to Increased Risk of Other Diseases
Different patterns of disease association seen for CRS with or without nasal polyps
TXNIP May Mediate Insulin Sensitivity in Caloric Restriction
Better peripheral insulin sensitivity tied to reduction in insulin-stimulated thioredoxin-interacting protein
Less Direct Patient Care for Fellowship-Trained Pediatricians
Both generalist-trained and fellowship-trained pediatricians find their work rewarding
Herpes Zoster Vaccine Not Cost-Effective in Adults Aged 50 Years
At willingness-to-pay threshold of $100,000 per QALY, 3% probability of vaccine being cost-effective
USPSTF: Evidence Lacking for Iron Deficiency Anemia Screening
Insufficient evidence for screening and routine iron supplementation in pregnancy
