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Health Tip: Keep Diabetic Feet Healthier

Health Tip: Recognize Symptoms of Gallstones

Ancient Gene Protects Elephants From Cancer

The LIF6 gene destroys cells with damaged DNA

Reasons for Undergoing Cosmetic Procedures Explored

Psychological and emotional motivations more likely in patients wanting acne scar tx, tattoo removal

DNR Orders Linked to Increased Mortality in Older Adults

Early versus late DNR tied to shorter median length of stay in hospitalized adults aged 65 years and older

Talazoparib Beneficial in Patients With Advanced Breast Cancer

Longer progression-free survival versus standard chemotherapy for patients with germline BRCA1/2

Health Professionals Have Role in Warning About Impaired Driving

Substantial portion of drug-tested, fatally injured drivers test positive for opioids or marijuana

Breast Cancer Drug Promising in Phase 3 Trial

Why You Should Watch Your Weight After You Stop Smoking

One Reason Why Kidney Transplants Fail

Stem Cells Restore Some Vision in Blind Mice

Trends in HIV/AIDS Have Worsened in African-Americans

Action plan developed for community leaders that can reduce the disparity in HIV/AIDS

cfDNA Screening First for Trisomy 21 Doesn’t Cut Miscarriage Rate

Invasive testing if positive for trisomy 21 on cfDNA screen compared with immediate invasive testing

HPV Legislation Doesn’t Impact Teen Sexual Behaviors

No substantive or significant associations between HPV legislation and adolescent sexual behaviors

Many Americans Not Being Assessed for Depression

Men, people aged 75 and older, minorities, and uninsured are less likely to be screened

Marijuana May Improve Quality of Life in Head and Neck Cancer

Some significant benefits observed in quality of life domains for patients with newly diagnosed HNC

Broad Genetic Testing for NSCLC May Not Improve Survival

Compared with routine genetic testing, no improvement seen in unadjusted mortality rate

Labetalol Use Up for Patients With Preeclampsia and Asthma

Use of labetalol versus other antihypertensives linked to increased risk of status asthmaticus

Primary Care Provider Burnout Rate Low in Small Practices

In survey of independent practices in NYC, higher adaptive reserve linked to lower odds of burnout

Integration of Opioid, Infectious Disease Treatment Needed

Expert panel recommends five action steps for treating opioid abuse and its intersecting epidemics

Rate of Pediatric Emergencies in Ambulatory Practices Identified

Most due to respiratory distress, psychiatric/behavioral emergencies, or seizures

Immigrants Not a Burden on U.S. Health Care: Study

AHA: Wildfire Smoke Threatens Health of Those Near and Far

Forecast Sees Abnormal Heat Worldwide Through 2022

Cosmetic Procedures Boost Well-Being, Poll Shows

Here’s What Predicts a Woman’s Odds of Living Till 90

Secondhand Smoke Exposure as Kids Tied to Women’s Arthritis

Amputation May Not Be Best Option for Severe Circulation Problems

Rehydration: How Much Is Too Much?

Health Highlights: Aug. 15, 2018

U.S. Overdose Deaths Reach Record High Doctors Remove Contact Lens Embedded in Woman's Eyelid for Years Ancient Gene Protects Elephants From Cancer Zika, West Nile Cases Reported in Alabama

Health Tip: Keep Your Gut in Good Condition

Health Tip: Are You at Risk for Macular Degeneration?

Zika, West Nile Cases Reported in Alabama

State health officials note that Zika hasn't been transmitted locally

TBI Linked to Increased Suicide Risk

Increased suicide risk with one, two, and three or more medical contacts for traumatic brain injury

Triple Combo Blood Pressure Pill Can Improve BP Control

Proportion achieving target BP increased with use of triple combo pill versus usual care at six months

Most Postmenopausal Bleeding Not Associated With Cancer

Most women with endometrial CA have bleeding, but risk of CA among those with bleeding just 9 percent

AMA Adopts New Policy on Housing for Homeless

Housing declared top priority for improving health, well-being of chronically homeless

Cellphone Use Puts Pedestrians Off-Balance

Dialysis Linked to Dementia in Seniors

AHA: Home-Delivered Meals Keep Heart Failure Patients Out of Hospital

Gene Test Predicts Risk of 5 Common Diseases

Study Hints at Why Women Suffer More Migraines Than Men

Both Abstinence and High Alcohol Use Linked to Dementia

Increased dementia risk for those with abstinence or with drinking >14 units alcohol/week in midlife

Intervention Cuts Risk for HIV in Young Transgender Women

Intervention group had greater reduction in condomless sex acts versus standard of care group

Trauma Surgery Association IDs Steps to Curb Firearm Violence

14 recommendations include actions to be taken by federal government, professional bodies

Many Sexual Assault Victims Don’t Complete Evidence Kits

Even fewer sexual assault victims seen in emergency departments release evidence to police

E-Cigarette Smoking Tied to Later Marijuana Use in Teens

Similar associations observed in adolescents who use hookah or combustible tobacco products

Knowing Patients’ Social Needs Helps Clinicians Tailor Care

Primary care physicians report changes in care delivery, patient interactions

Peer Comparisons Can Decrease Risky Prescribing Patterns

Meaningful, persistent drop in quetiapine prescribing seen, with no negative patient effects

6 Factors Related to Inclusion in Health Care Workplace ID’d

Presence of discrimination, the silent witness, effectiveness of leadership can help assess inclusion

Completing Sepsis Bundle Within an Hour Cuts Pediatric Mortality

However, completing individual bundle elements in that timeframe does not reduce pediatric mortality

Physicians With Medicine/Psych Training Can Help Complex Cases

Dually trained med/psych physicians can effectively care for hospital patients with psychiatric issues

Sleep Deprivation May Play Role in ‘Global Loneliness Epidemic’

When Head Injuries Make Life Too Hard, Suicide Risk May Rise

New Triple-Combo Pill Controls Blood Pressure, Study Finds

Vaping Shuts Off Immune-Fighting Cells in the Lungs, Lab Study Finds

Eclipse Viewers Eclipsed Viewing Records

More Alzheimer’s Gene Links Found

Give Your Child a Head Start With Math

Health Highlights: Aug. 14, 2018

Zika, West Nile Cases Reported in Alabama Parasite-Caused Illnesses Linked to McDonald's Salads Hits 436: CDC

Health Tip: Making an Emergency Call

Health Tip: Identify Bug Bites

CDC: More Than 400 Sickened by McDonald’s Salads

Multistate outbreak of Cyclosporiasis linked to McDonald's Fresh Express Salad Mix

Jury Awards $289 Million in Case Linking Roundup to Man’s Cancer

Case could set a precedent for other lawsuits against Monsanto, the manufacturer of Roundup

Prenatal Tdap Vaccination Not Linked to Autism Risk

No increased risk of autism spectrum disorder in association with prenatal Tdap vaccination

AAP Provides Safety Precautions to Prevent Drowning

Drowning is leading cause of unintentional injury-related death for children aged 1 to 4 years

Four Pros to Integrating EHR, Practice Management Software

Consolidating software allows practices to save time and money, make fewer mistakes, protect privacy

New Guidelines for Urinary Incontinence Screenings

Young Adults Favor Family Over Friends If Forced to Choose

AHA: After Mini-Stroke at 41, She’s on a Mission to Educate Others

Lack of Exercise Can Boost Cancer Risk

Neurodevelopmental Anomalies, Birth Defects Linked to Zika ID’d

Many children born to mothers with Zika infection don't undergo all recommended assessments

Low-Energy Diet Induces Different Effects in Men, Women

Men had larger reductions in metabolic syndrome Z-score, C-peptide, fat mass, heart rate

Male Underwear Choice Affects Sperm Counts

Sperm quality, testicular function improved with choice of boxers versus briefs

CDC: EMS Administration of Naloxone Up From 2012 to 2016

Monitoring non-fatal overdose events from EMS data may aid in developing emergency response

FDA Warns Against Long-Term Azithromycin Use for Some

Warning for blood cancer patients who have undergone donor stem cell transplant

Eye Examination Can Help Detect Abuse in Children

Physicians have a responsibility to consider abuse in the differential diagnosis of pediatric eye trauma

Sedation Level Doesn’t Impact Delirium Risk After Hip Fx Repair

In subgroup analysis, heavier versus lighter sedation doubled risk of delirium in low comorbid states

C. difficile Tied to Increased Graft Loss in Solid Organ Recipients

Proven infections, antibiotic treatments in past three months tied to increased development of CDI

Bariatric Surgery Lowers Microvascular Disease Risk

Findings based on large study of patients with type 2 diabetes

In Teens, Young Adults, High BMI May Hurt Cardiovascular Health

Using combo of methodologies suggests higher BMI may increase BP, left ventricular mass index in youth

Lung Cancer Screening’s Downside Not Discussed Enough

Can Eating Crickets Boost Your Health?

Rude Coworkers, Stricter Moms?

A Weak Grip May Signal Future Health Trouble—Even in Kids

Need to Lose Weight? Team Up With Friends

From Pigs to Peacocks, What’s Up With Those ‘Emotional-Support Animals’?

Promoting HPV Vaccine Doesn’t Prompt Risky Sex by Teens: Study

No Link Between Tdap Vaccine, Autism: Study

Health Highlights: Aug. 13, 2018

Parasite-Caused Illnesses Linked to McDonald's Salads Hits 436: CDC Jury Awards $289 Million in Case Linking Weed Killer to Man's Cancer Court Rules That U.S. Must Halt Sales of Pesticide

Health Tip: How Drought Can Harm Your Health

Health Tip: Most Americans are Overweight

Eye Disease Link to Alzheimer’s Seen

Make Your Next Camping or Hiking Trip Trouble-free

Court Rules That U.S. Must Halt Sales of Pesticide Chlorpyrifos

Pesticide is widely used on citrus fruits, apples, and other crops

Will Lunar and Planet Dust Be Health Concerns of the Future?

Prolonged exposure could impair airway and lung function and increase risk of diseases like cancer

CDC: Rates of Opioid Use Disorder Seen at Time of Delivery Up

Rate of opioid use disorder at time of delivery quadrupled from 1999 to 2014

Dermatologist Intervention Tied to Better Sun Protection

Short intervention associated with more sunscreen use, improved patient satisfaction

Bundling Doesn’t Cut Medicare Payments for Medical Conditions

No changes in clinical complexity, length of stay, emergency visits, readmission, or mortality

New Research Suggests Glaucoma May Be an Autoimmune Disease