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Increased Morbidity, Mortality in Food System Industries
Higher morbidity and occupation mortality rates for food system versus nonfood system industries
Web Process to Provide Timely Guidance in HCV Management
Living document developed, which will reside online and provide up-to-date recommendations
Robotic Sx Viable for Morbidly Obese With Endometrial Cancer
No differences in blood loss, complication rates, survival for morbidly obese, lower-weight patients
Trauma, PTSD May Raise Women’s Odds of CVD
Increased risk, but research doesn't establish cause-and-effect relationship
Citrus Consumption Linked to Increased Risk of Melanoma
Researchers suspect compounds in citrus may sensitize skin to sunlight, but further study needed
Three Issues to Consider Before Selecting EHR
Work flow, features and functionality, and technical infrastructure should all be considered
New Naloxone Capsule Safe for Opioid-Induced Constipation
Sustained release formula efficacious, with no indication of opioid withdrawal or increase in pain
Almost One in Three American Adults Own a Firearm
Most gun owners are men who are older, married, and white
AMA Discusses Pre-Retirement Evaluation for Aging Doctors
Physicians approved development of preliminary assessment guidelines at AMA meeting
AAP Evaluates Potential Impact of Telemedicine in Pediatrics
Telemedicine has potential to improve access and physician workforce shortages
