Research Measures Perceptions of Physician Compassion
Patients perceive higher level of compassion among physicians who provide a more optimistic message
ACP Issues Recommendations for Management of Pressure Ulcers
Two clinical practice guidelines provide recommendations on prevention, treatment
Higher Coffee Consumption Tied to Less Coronary Calcium
Three to five cups daily appears to lower risk
Acetaminophen Risks May Be Underestimated
Researchers call for a new systematic review of acetaminophen's effectiveness and safety
Use of Anticholinergic Meds May Up Pneumonia Risk for Elderly
But more research is needed
February 2015 Briefing – Geriatrics
Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in Geriatrics for February 2015. This roundup includes the latest...
Hospital Design Has Little Effect on Patient Satisfaction
Aesthetics aren't as important as care from doctors, nurses, and staff, researchers note
Treadmill-Based Fitness Score Can Predict 10-Year Survival
FIT Treadmill Score easily attainable from any standard exercise test
Nuts, Including Peanut Butter, May Improve Longevity
Hints, but doesn't prove, they might reduce risk of death from cardiovascular disease, other causes
Invasive Strategy Improves Outcome in Elderly With ACS
Outcome better with coronary angiography for non-ST-segment elevation acute coronary syndrome
