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May 2018 Briefing - Family Practice
Last Updated: June 01, 2018.Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in Family Practice for May 2018. This roundup includes the latest research news from journal articles, as well as the FDA approvals and regulatory changes that are the most likely to affect clinical practice.
No Consistent Cardiovascular Benefit Seen for Supplements
THURSDAY, May 31, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- The data on popular supplements show no consistent cardiovascular benefit, according to a study published in the June 5 issue of the Journal of the American College of Cardiology.
Variables ID'd to Predict Height Loss in Postmenopausal Women
THURSDAY, May 31, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- A set of commonly available variables may be useful in predicting the five-year risk of height loss ≥1 inch in postmenopausal women, according to a study published online May 7 in Menopause.
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Comprehensive Primary Care Initiative Improves Care Delivery
THURSDAY, May 31, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Introducing the Comprehensive Primary Care Initiative (CPC), a health care delivery model developed by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), improves primary care delivery but does not reduce Medicare spending enough to cover care management fees, according to a study published online May 23 in Health Affairs.
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Prenatal Care in First Trimester for Majority of 2016 U.S. Births
THURSDAY, May 31, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Overall, 77.1 percent of women who gave birth in 2016 initiated prenatal care in the first trimester of pregnancy, according to a report published in the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's May 30 National Vital Statistics Report.
Review IDs Exercise 'Dose' That May Improve Cognition in Seniors
THURSDAY, May 31, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- For older adults, exercise is associated with improved cognition, with exercising for at least 52 hours over a six month period for about an hour each session associated with improved cognitive skills, according to a review published online May 30 in Neurology: Clinical Practice.
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Prompts May Up Goals-of-Care Dialogues at Outpatient Visits
THURSDAY, May 31, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- A patient-specific preconversation communication-priming intervention targeting patients and clinicians is associated with an increase in goals-of-care discussions among patients with serious illness, according to a study published online May 26 in JAMA Internal Medicine.
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T1DM Self-Management Varies With Adult Developmental Stages
THURSDAY, May 31, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Type 1 diabetes self-management behaviors vary across adult developmental stages, according to a study published online May 25 in Diabetes Care.
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CVD Risk Up Even in Metabolically Healthy Obese Women
THURSDAY, May 31, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Obesity is associated with increased risk of cardiovascular disease risk even among metabolically healthy women, according to a study published online May 30 in The Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology.
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Oral Propranolol Seems Safe for Infantile Hemangioma
THURSDAY, May 31, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- The safety profile of oral propranolol seems to be good for children with infantile hemangioma, according to a study published online May 29 in Pediatrics.
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Galcanezumab Beats Placebo for Episodic Migraine
THURSDAY, May 31, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- For patients with episodic migraine, galcanezumab is better than placebo for reducing migraine headache days, according to a study published online May 29 in JAMA Neurology.
Annual Health Care Expenditure Higher for Hypertensive Patients
WEDNESDAY, May 30, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Individuals with hypertension have a higher annual adjusted incremental expenditure of $1,920, according to a study published online May 30 in the Journal of the American Heart Association.
Older Adults Often Reluctant to Set Up Secure Patient Portal
WEDNESDAY, May 30, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- About half of older adults report having set up a patient portal, according to survey results from the National Poll on Healthy Aging.
ACS Updates Colorectal Cancer Screening to Start at Age 45
WEDNESDAY, May 30, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Colorectal cancer (CRC) screening should begin at age 45 for people at average risk, according to updated guidelines from the American Cancer Society published online May 30 in CA: A Cancer Journal for Clinicians.
Birth Control Pills Recalled Over Potential Pregnancy Risk
WEDNESDAY, May 30, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Almost 170,000 birth control pill packs are being recalled over a manufacturing error that could lead to unplanned pregnancy, maker Allergan says.
Does Higher Protein Intake Up Heart Failure Risk in Men?
WEDNESDAY, May 30, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Higher dietary protein intake is associated with a trend toward increased heart failure risk among middle-aged men, according to a study published online May 29 in Circulation: Heart Failure.
CDC: Outpatient Rehab Rates Suboptimal for Stroke Survivors
WEDNESDAY, May 30, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- In 2015, 35.5 percent of adult stroke survivors used outpatient rehabilitation, up from 31.2 percent in 2013, according to research published in the May 25 issue of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report.
Recommendations Developed for Improving Women's Health Care
WEDNESDAY, May 30, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Women face unique health challenges across their lifetimes, and policies should be implemented to improve their health outcomes, according to a position paper published online May 29 in the Annals of Internal Medicine.
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Parents Have Concerns Over Food Allergy Precautions at Schools
WEDNESDAY, May 30, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- A substantial portion of parents whose children have food allergies have concerns over the safety of their child at school, according to a study published online May 12 in BMC Pediatrics.
Tighter Alcohol Policies Cut Alcohol-Related Crash Deaths
WEDNESDAY, May 30, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Strengthening state alcohol policies can reduce alcohol-related crash fatalities, according to a study published online May 29 in JAMA Internal Medicine.
Children Typically Have 14 Simple Infections by Age 3 Years
WEDNESDAY, May 30, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Children experience a median of 14 infections during their first three years of life, though there is large variation in incidence, according to a study published online May 24 in Pediatrics.
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Associative Memory Test Aids Prediction of Dementia Risk
TUESDAY, May 29, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Among older adults with a minor decline on a screening test for cognitive ability, an additional three-minute test of associative memory can improve identification of patients at increased risk of developing dementia over the next several years, according to a study published in the May/June issue of the Annals of Family Medicine.
Teens' Self-Esteem, Peer Status Tied to Later Eating Disorders
TUESDAY, May 29, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Self-perception of attractiveness and peer status in early adolescence are significant predictors of eating disorders in young adults, according to a study published online April 27 in the International Journal of Eating Disorders.
Severe Hyponatremia Described After Drinking Horsetail Juice
TUESDAY, May 29, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Severe hyponatremia has been described after drinking horsetail (Equisetum) juice in a case report published online May 29 in the Annals of Internal Medicine.
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Babies of Adolescents in CPS Care More Likely to Be Taken Into Care
TUESDAY, May 29, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Teen mothers who are in the care of child protection services (CPS) when they gave birth have more than a seven times higher likelihood that their child will be taken into care before age 2 years, compared to teen mothers not in CPS, according to a study published online May 29 in Pediatrics.
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Insomnia Found to Be Common but Mild in Older Adults
TUESDAY, May 29, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Insomnia is common in older community-dwelling adults, but usually mild, according to a study published online May 21 in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society.
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New Hypertension Guideline Discussed for Older Adults
TUESDAY, May 29, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Clinicians caring for older adults with hypertension should be mindful of the specific blood pressure (BP) goals proven to reduce cardiovascular disease events, while adopting the new 2017 American College of Cardiology/American Heart Association (ACC/AHA) hypertension guideline, according to an article published online May 20 in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society.
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Gaps in Care Post Discharge for Mild Traumatic Brain Injury
TUESDAY, May 29, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- There are considerable gaps in follow-up care for patients with mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) who have been discharged from the hospital, according to a study published online May 25 in JAMA Network Open.
Increase in Tx Candidates With 2017 Hypertension Guidelines
FRIDAY, May 25, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- The 2017 American College of Cardiology/American Heart Association hypertension guideline is associated with an increase in the proportion of adults recommended for antihypertensive treatment compared with the 2014 guideline, according to a study published online May 23 in JAMA Cardiology.
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FDA Approves Palynziq for Phenylketonuria
FRIDAY, May 25, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Palynziq (pegvaliase-pqpz) has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to treat phenylketonuria, or PKU.
CDC IDs Outbreak Trends Tied to Treated Recreational Water
FRIDAY, May 25, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Outbreaks associated with treated recreational water with confirmed infectious etiology are usually caused by Cryptosporidium, Legionella, or Pseudomonas, according to research published in the May 18 issue of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report.
Certolizumab Looks Promising for Moderate-to-Severe Psoriasis
FRIDAY, May 25, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Twice-weekly certolizumab biologic appears to be both safe and effective for the treatment of moderate-to-severe chronic plaque psoriasis, according to a study published online April 13 in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology.
Early-Life Weight Associated With Cognitive Factors
FRIDAY, May 25, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Early-life weight status has an inverse association with some cognitive abilities in children, according to a study published online May 23 in Obesity.
CPAP Use May Improve Sexual QOL in Those With Sleep Apnea
FRIDAY, May 25, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Successful continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) use for obstructive sleep apnea may be associated with improved sexual quality of life (QOL), according to a study published online May 24 in JAMA Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery.
Antidepressant Prescribing Linked to Lasting Weight Gain
FRIDAY, May 25, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Antidepressant prescribing is associated with long-term increased risk of weight gain, according to a study published online May 23 in The BMJ.
Severe Atopic Eczema Tied to Higher CV Disease Risk
FRIDAY, May 25, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Adults with severe atopic eczema are at increased risk of cardiovascular disease, according to a study published online May 23 in The BMJ.
Higher Seafood Intake May Shorten Time to Pregnancy
FRIDAY, May 25, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Higher seafood intake is tied to a shorter time to pregnancy (TTP), according to a study published online May 23 in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism.
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Laws Allowing Service Denial to Sexual Minorities Tied to Distress
FRIDAY, May 25, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Laws permitting denial of services to same-sex couples are associated with an increase in sexual minority adults experiencing mental distress, according to a study published online May 23 in JAMA Psychiatry.
Non-Nutritive Sweeteners Don't Up Blood Glucose Levels
FRIDAY, May 25, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Consumption of non-nutritive sweeteners (NNSs) does not increase blood glucose levels, according to a review published online May 15 in the European Journal of Clinical Nutrition.
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AAP Recommending Injectable Flu Shot for 2018-19 Flu Season
THURSDAY, May 24, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Parents are advised to choose the injectable flu vaccine for the 2018 to 2019 season, according to a decision published by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), which will publish a formal policy statement on the issue in September.
Congress Approves Bill Expanding Private Care for VA Patients
THURSDAY, May 24, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Patients served by the beleaguered Veterans Affairs health system may have wider access to private care, thanks to a bill approved Wednesday by the Senate. President Donald Trump is known to support the bill, which now awaits his signature.
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Atherosclerotic CVD Mortality Higher in South Asians in the U.S.
THURSDAY, May 24, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- South Asians in the United States have increased proportional mortality rates from atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD), although there are no unique risk factors in this population, according to a scientific statement from the American Heart Association published online May 24 in Circulation.
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Rising Fatal Drug Overdoses Linked to Years of Life Lost
THURSDAY, May 24, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- For non-Hispanic whites, rising fatal drug overdose rates are associated with increases in the mortality rate and years of potential life lost from 1999 to 2015, according to a study published online May 22 in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine.
Financial Incentives May Up Rates of Smoker Abstinence
THURSDAY, May 24, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Financial incentives added to free cessation aids can improve the rate of sustained abstinence among smokers, according to a study published online May 23 in the New England Journal of Medicine.
Social Isolation Tied to Worse Heart Failure Outcomes
THURSDAY, May 24, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Greater perceived social isolation is associated with an increased risk of death and health care use among patients with heart failure, according to a study published online May 23 in the Journal of the American Heart Association.
Global Variation in Personal Health Care Access and Quality
THURSDAY, May 24, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- There is considerable global variation in personal health care access and quality, according to a study published online May 23 in The Lancet.
12 County-Level Factors Affect Individual Well-Being in U.S.
WEDNESDAY, May 23, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Twelve county-level factors, including social and economic, clinical care, and physical environment, explain the majority of variation in resident well-being in the United States, according to a study published online May 23 in PLOS ONE.
Lung Cancer Incidence Higher for Young Women Than Young Men
WEDNESDAY, May 23, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Lung cancer incidence is higher among young women than young men, according to a study published in the May 24 issue of the New England Journal of Medicine.
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AAP: Congress Urged to Act to Prevent Firearm Deaths
WEDNESDAY, May 23, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Pediatricians are joining the call for action to prevent firearm deaths and injuries, according to a letter published by the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Better Social Support Network Protects Black Men Against HIV
WEDNESDAY, May 23, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- A better social support network may help protect black men who have sex with men (BMSM) against HIV acquisition, according to a study published in the June issue of the Journal of Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome.
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Vitamin D Supplement Tied to Less Wheezing in Black Preemies
WEDNESDAY, May 23, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Vitamin D sustained supplementation is associated with reduced recurrent wheezing among black infants born preterm, according to a study published in the May 22/29 issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association.
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Recommendations Developed for Managing Postpartum Pain
WEDNESDAY, May 23, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Recommendations for managing postpartum pain have been developed and published in a Committee Opinion online May 17 in Obstetrics & Gynecology.
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Pediatricians Should Advocate for Life Support Training
WEDNESDAY, May 23, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Pediatricians should advocate for life support training for children, parents, caregivers, school personnel, and the public, according to a technical report and policy statement published online May 23 in Pediatrics.
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Inverse Link for Plasma 25(OH)D Concentration, Risk of T2DM
WEDNESDAY, May 23, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- There is an inverse association for plasma 25-hydroxyvitamin D (25[OH]D) concentration with diabetes risk, according to a study published online April 19 in PLOS ONE.
Morbidity in Pregnancy Common for Women With Heart Disease
WEDNESDAY, May 23, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- For women with heart disease, cardiac complications occur in 16 percent of pregnancies and are mainly linked to arrhythmias and heart failure, according to a study published in the May 29 issue of the Journal of the American College of Cardiology.
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Extended INR Test Intervals Safe for Warfarin-Treated Patients
WEDNESDAY, May 23, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- For stable warfarin-treated patients, extended international normalized ratio (INR) testing can be successfully and safely implemented, according to a study published online May 15 in the Journal of Thrombosis and Haemostasis.
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Less Driving Tied to Lower Cardiovascular Disease Risk
WEDNESDAY, May 23, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- More active alternatives to the car for travel are associated with a reduced risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) and all-cause mortality, according to a study published online May 21 in Heart.
Increase in Pediatric ADHD Meds Exposures from 2000 to 2011
TUESDAY, May 22, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- From 2000 through 2011 there was an increase in pediatric attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) medication exposures reported to U.S. poison control centers, according to a study published online May 21 in Pediatrics.
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Preventing Child Maltreatment Not Yet Feasible in Primary Care
TUESDAY, May 22, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) concludes that the evidence is inadequate for primary care interventions to prevent maltreatment. These findings form the basis of a draft recommendation statement published online May 22 by the USPSTF.
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Age-Related Racial Disparity Examined in Childhood Suicide
TUESDAY, May 22, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- For childhood suicide, there is a significant age-related racial disparity, according to a research letter published online May 21 in JAMA Pediatrics.
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CDC: No Change in Level of Uninsured in U.S. in 2017
TUESDAY, May 22, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Overall, 9.1 percent of individuals in the United States were uninsured in 2017, which was not significantly different from the level in 2016, according to a report published online May 22 by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's National Centers for Health Statistics.
2003 to 2014 Saw Rise in Diabetic Ketoacidosis Admissions
TUESDAY, May 22, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- The incidence of hospitalization for diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) and associated costs increased from 2003 to 2014, according to a study published online May 17 in Diabetes Care.
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Daily Egg Consumption Linked to Reduced CVD Risk
TUESDAY, May 22, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- A moderate level of egg consumption is associated with a reduced risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD), according to a study published online May 21 in Heart.
From 2008 to 2014, Prostate Cancer Testing, Treatment Down
TUESDAY, May 22, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Fewer men are being screened for, diagnosed with, and treated for prostate cancer, according to a study published online May 21 in Cancer.
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TNFi Exposure In Utero Does Not Up Serious Infection Risk
TUESDAY, May 22, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Offspring born to mothers with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) who are exposed to tumor necrosis factor α inhibitors (TNFi) in the gestational period do not have a significantly increased risk of serious infections, according to a study published online May 17 in Arthritis & Rheumatology.
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Exercise Modifies Predisposition to Obesity After Menopause
TUESDAY, May 22, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Physical activity modifies the association between the body mass index (BMI) genetic risk score (GRS) and BMI, according to a study published online May 16 in Menopause.
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Addressing Parents' HPV Vaccine Hesitancy Ups Vaccination Rates
TUESDAY, May 22, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Providers engaging parents hesitant about human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination and addressing their concerns can lead to same-day vaccinations, according to a study published online May 15 in Pediatrics.
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Patterns of Potential Misuse Help Assess Risk of Opioid Overdose
MONDAY, May 21, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Patterns of potential opioid misuse are positively associated with subsequent opioid overdose, according to a study published online May 22 in the Annals of Internal Medicine.
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Robust Immune Responses for Herpes Zoster Subunit Vaccine
MONDAY, May 21, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Recipients of the herpes zoster subunit vaccine (HZ/su), consisting of varicella-zoster virus glycoprotein E (gE) and AS01B Adjuvant System, develop robust immune responses, according to a study published in the June 1 issue of The Journal of Infectious Diseases.
Risk of Dementia Up for Older Adults With Lowest Wealth
MONDAY, May 21, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- The risk of dementia is increased for adults in the lowest versus the highest wealth quintile, according to a study published online May 16 in JAMA Psychiatry.
FDA Approves Aimovig to Prevent Migraines
MONDAY, May 21, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Aimovig (erenumab-aooe) has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to prevent migraine headaches in adults.
Social, Communication Delays With False-Negative on M-CHAT
MONDAY, May 21, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Children who pass the Modified Checklist for Autism in Toddlers (M-CHAT) screening at 18 months but later receive diagnoses of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) exhibit delays in social, communication, and motor skills, according to a study published online May 21 in Pediatrics.
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Rivaroxaban Linked to Low VTE Recurrence in Active Cancer
MONDAY, May 21, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- For patients with active cancer and venous thromboembolism (VTE), rivaroxaban is associated with lower VTE recurrence compared with dalteparin, but with elevated clinically relevant non-major bleeding (CRNMB), according to a study published online May 10 in the Journal of Clinical Oncology.
Depression-Heart Rate Variability Link Is Bidirectional
MONDAY, May 21, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- There is a bidirectional association between depression and heart rate variability (HRV), according to a study published online May 16 in JAMA Psychiatry.
Starting Exercise Even in Older Age Cuts Heart Failure Risk
MONDAY, May 21, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Increasing patients' physical activity is an effective strategy to lower future risk of heart failure, according to a study published in the May issue of Circulation.
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Semaglutide Found to Be Effective Against Type 2 Diabetes
MONDAY, May 21, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Semaglutide is safe and effective for the treatment of type 2 diabetes, according to a review published online May 13 in Diabetes, Obesity and Metabolism.
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Over Half of Young Adult Smoke Volume Exposure From Hookahs
FRIDAY, May 18, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Waterpipe tobacco smoking (or hookah smoking) accounts for half of young adults' tobacco smoke exposure, according to a study published online May 16 in Tobacco Control.
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Various Clinical Disturbances Precede MS Diagnosis
FRIDAY, May 18, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Various clinical symptoms precede the diagnosis of multiple sclerosis (MS) by several years, according to a study published online May 8 in the Annals of Neurology.
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Language Used in Medical Record Can Affect Patient Care
FRIDAY, May 18, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Stigmatizing language used in medical records to describe patients can influence medical students and residents in terms of their attitudes towards the patient and their clinical decision-making, according to a study published in the May issue of the Journal of General Internal Medicine.
Pharmacists Should Counsel Patients Fasting for Ramadan
FRIDAY, May 18, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Pharmacists should counsel Muslim patients who fast during Ramadan with respect to their medications and adjusting their medication regimen, according to an article published in Drug Topics.
Adding Chiropractic to Usual Care Beneficial for Low Back Pain
FRIDAY, May 18, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- For active-duty military personnel, the addition of chiropractic care to usual medical care is associated with improvements in low back pain intensity and disability, according to a study published online May 18 in JAMA Network Open.
Breath Test Shows Promise for Diagnosis of Esophagogastric CA
FRIDAY, May 18, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Breath analysis shows potential for noninvasive diagnosis of esophagogastric cancer (OGC), according to a study published online May 17 in JAMA Oncology.
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Most Teens, Young Women Satisfied With IUD Insertion
FRIDAY, May 18, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Most adolescent and young adult women report high satisfaction with intrauterine device (IUD) insertion, according to a study published online May 7 in Obstetrics & Gynecology.
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Chemicals in Hair Products for Black Women Raise Concerns
FRIDAY, May 18, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Multiple chemicals associated with endocrine disruption and asthma are contained in hair products used by black women and children, according to a study published online April 25 in Environmental Research.
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Higher Adiposity Increases Odds of Smoking
FRIDAY, May 18, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Obesity is linked to an increased risk of smoking and an increase in the number of cigarettes smoked daily, according to a study published online May 16 in The BMJ.
Acute Kidney Injury in Hospital Ups Risk of Later Heart Failure
THURSDAY, May 17, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Acute kidney injury (AKI) is independently associated with a higher risk of cardiovascular events, especially heart failure, after hospital discharge, according to a study published online May 17 in the Clinical Journal of the American Society of Nephrology.
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Good Evidence That HPV Vaccines Protect Against Cervical Precancer
THURSDAY, May 17, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccines protect against cervical precancer in adolescent girls and young women, according to a review published online May 9 in the Cochrane Library.
FDA Approves Non-Opioid Treatment for Opioid Withdrawal
THURSDAY, May 17, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Lucemyra (lofexidine hydrochloride) has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to treat symptoms of opioid withdrawal.
Healthful Diet Linked to Reduced Risk of Hearing Loss in Women
THURSDAY, May 17, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- For women, adherence to healthful dietary patterns is associated with reduced risk of hearing loss, according to a study published online May 11 in the Journal of Nutrition.
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CDC: Number of U.S. Births Dropped to 30-Year Low in 2017
THURSDAY, May 17, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- The number of U.S. births decreased in 2017, reaching a 30-year low, according to a report published online May 17 by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's National Center for Health Statistics.
Budesonide-Formoterol Used As Needed Beneficial in Mild Asthma
THURSDAY, May 17, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Inhaled combined budesonide-formoterol used as needed is beneficial for mild asthma, according to two studies published in the May 17 issue of the New England Journal of Medicine.
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Seafood Recommended 1 to 2 Times/Week for Cardiac Benefit
THURSDAY, May 17, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- One to two servings of seafood per week is recommended for cardiovascular benefits, according to an American Heart Association science advisory published online May 17 in Circulation.
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Aerobic + Strength Exercise Doesn't Slow Cognitive Decline
THURSDAY, May 17, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- An aerobic and strength exercise program does not slow cognitive impairment among people with mild-to-moderate dementia, according to a study published online May 16 in The BMJ.
Sustained Use of Oxymetazoline Cream Efficacious for Rosacea
THURSDAY, May 17, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Oxymetazoline is safe and effective for the treatment of moderate-to-severe persistent erythema of rosacea, according to a study published in the June issue of the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology.
Nonprofit Manufacturer Could Keep Generic Drug Costs Down
WEDNESDAY, May 16, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- A nonprofit manufacturer could help keep generic drug prices down and maintain their supply, according to a perspective piece published in the May 17 issue of the New England Journal of Medicine.
New Rabies Test Could Radically Change Testing, Treatment
WEDNESDAY, May 16, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- A new rapid rabies test for animals could revolutionize screening and spare humans unnecessary painful treatment, according to a U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention study published online May 16 in PLOS ONE.
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Fetal Growth, Maternal Anger Impact Infant Regulation
WEDNESDAY, May 16, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Poor prenatal growth and higher postnatal anger have indirect effects on infant reactivity and regulation (RR), according to a study published in the March/April issue of Child Development.
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Suicide Ideation, Attempts Increasing Among U.S. Children
WEDNESDAY, May 16, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- From 2008 to 2015 there was an increase in encounters for suicide ideation (SI) and suicide attempts (SAs) among U.S. children, according to a study published online May 16 in Pediatrics.
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Hepatitis C-Exposed Infants Not Adequately Screened
WEDNESDAY, May 16, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Many infants who are exposed to hepatitis C virus (HCV) during pregnancy are not screened for HCV infection, according to a study published online May 2 in Pediatrics.
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Best Practices Developed for Use of EHR to Enhance Patient Care
WEDNESDAY, May 16, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Best practices have been developed for using electronic health records (EHRs) to enhance patient-centered care, according to an article published online in Medical Economics.
Sleep Apnea Rarely Investigated in Older Adults
WEDNESDAY, May 16, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- A high risk of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is common among older adults but is seldom investigated, though when it is investigated, it is almost always confirmed, according to a study published online May 9 in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society.
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Fremanezumab Linked to Fewer Monthly Migraine Days
WEDNESDAY, May 16, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- For patients with episodic migraine, fremanezumab is associated with a reduction in the mean number of monthly migraine days, according to a study published in the May 15 issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association.
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Prevalence of Adult E-Cigarette Use Up from 2014 to 2016
TUESDAY, May 15, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- The prevalence of electronic cigarette (e-cigarette) ever use increased among U.S. adults from 2014 to 2016, according to a research letter published in the May 15 issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association.
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Prescription Med Use in Children Down Overall From 1999 to 2014
TUESDAY, May 15, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- From 1999 to 2014 there was a decrease in prescription medication use overall among children and adolescents, according to a study published in the May 15 issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association.
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Shower Cream, Body Lotion Combo Improves Atopic Dry Skin
TUESDAY, May 15, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- A shower cream and a body lotion with physiological lipids are effective in improving skin hydration in patients with dry skin, according to a study published online May 10 in the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology.
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High Occupational Exercise Level Tied to Early Mortality in Men
TUESDAY, May 15, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- High levels of occupational physical activity in men are associated with an increased risk of early mortality, according to a review published online May 14 in the British Journal of Sports Medicine.
Asthma Mortality Inversely Tied to Deprivation in English Young
TUESDAY, May 15, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- For children and younger adults with asthma, prevalence and admissions increase with deprivation, while mortality is inversely associated with deprivation, according to a study published online May 14 in Thorax.
Opioid-Related Payments Linked to Increase in Opioid Rx
MONDAY, May 14, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Receipt of opioid-related payments from industry in 2014 was associated with increased opioid prescribing in 2015, according to a research letter published online May 14 in JAMA Internal Medicine.
Practice Intervention Targeting IV Opioids May Cut Exposure
MONDAY, May 13, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- An intervention targeting the use of intravenous opioids may reduce opioid exposure, according to a study published online May 14 in JAMA Internal Medicine.
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Rates of Major Depression Up Among U.S. Insured, Esp. Youth
MONDAY, May 14, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Diagnoses of major depression have increased since 2013, particularly among adolescents and millennials, according to a report published May 10 by Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS).
Maternal Exposure to Polluted Air Tied to Elevated Child BP
MONDAY, May 14, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Exposure to ambient air pollution in the third trimester of pregnancy is associated with increased risk of elevated blood pressure (BP) among offspring, according to a study published online May 14 in Hypertension.
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Reported Cannabis Use Up in Parents With Children in Home
MONDAY, May 14, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- From 2002 to 2015 there was an increase in reported cannabis use among parents with children in the home, according to a study published online May 14 in Pediatrics.
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Teledermatology Could Expedite Care for Suspected Skin Cancer
MONDAY, May 14, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Teledermatology for suspected skin cancer is slightly more expensive than usual care, but it expedites time to clinical resolution, according to a study published online May 9 in JAMA Dermatology.
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Increase in Proportion of Births at Gestational Age 39 to 40 Weeks
MONDAY, May 14, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- From 2007 to 2015 there was an increase in the proportion of births at gestational age 39 to 40 weeks, and perinatal mortality at this gestational age decreased, according to a study published online May 14 in JAMA Pediatrics.
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Primary Care Providers Have Mixed Views on Genetic Tests
FRIDAY, May 11, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Primary care providers view tests for genetic risks of common diseases as useful, but lack confidence in interpreting results, according to a study published in the May issue of Health Affairs.
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Emotion Regulation Program Cuts Risky Sex Behaviors in Youth
FRIDAY, May 11, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- An emotion regulation intervention reduced sexual risk behaviors among at-risk middle school students, according to a study published online May 10 in Pediatrics.
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Many Dispensaries in CO Proffer Marijuana for Morning Sickness
FRIDAY, May 11, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- More than two-thirds of Colorado cannabis dispensaries recommend cannabis products to treat nausea during the first trimester of pregnancy, according to a study published online May 7 in Obstetrics & Gynecology.
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Fx Risk Should Be Monitored in Bisphosphonate Drug Holiday
FRIDAY, May 11, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- For patients with osteopenia or osteoporosis, taking a bisphosphonate (BP) drug holiday is associated with increased risk of fracture for patients with lower femoral neck bone mineral density (BMD) or T scores, according to a recent study published in Endocrine Practice.
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Malnutrition Is Associated With Poor Prognosis in Heart Failure
FRIDAY, May 11, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Patients with heart failure frequently have malnutrition, which is associated with increased mortality, according to a study published online May 9 in JACC: Heart Failure.
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Resistance Exercise May Reduce Depressive Symptoms in Adults
FRIDAY, May 11, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Resistance exercise training (RET) is associated with reduced depressive symptoms among adults, according to a meta-analysis published online May 9 in JAMA Psychiatry.
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Initiative Cuts Overuse of Tests, Treatments for Bronchiolitis
FRIDAY, May 11, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- A multidisciplinary improvement initiative can reduce overuse of interventions for bronchiolitis, according to a study published online May 11 in
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