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Newly Identified Diabetes Up With Medicaid Expansion
Twenty-three percent increase in newly identified diabetes in 26 states that expanded Medicaid
Outcome Not Affected by Family Presence During Resuscitation
No significant differences in outcomes of processes of care for hospitals with versus without FPDR
Binge Eating Linked to Comorbidities in Obese Adults
BED linked to risk of specific comorbidities, but associations not statistically significant
Patients Expect More Info About Tests Involving Radiation
Gap between patient expectations, current practices for provision of information about radiation use
Perceived Inefficiencies Rife in Primary Care
Inefficiencies reported in activities that occur pre-visit, during visits, post-visit
Models May Predict Two-Year Mortality Risk for CKD Patients
Risk prediction models may be helpful in directing prognosis and treatment decisions
AAOS: Many Parents Unaware of Youth Pitching Guidelines
Also, young players feel pressure from parents or coaches to continue playing despite arm pain
Majority of ER Doctors Admit Ordering Tests Defensively
97 percent said they had patients undergo procedures that weren't medically needed
Meds Not Stents in Patients With Intracranial Arterial Stenosis
Use of medical therapy appears safer for narrowed brain arteries, researchers say
AAOS: Minimalist Running Shoes May Need Longer Transition
People over 30 may take more time to safely adjust to 'minimalist' shoes