U.S. Organ Donation Rates Highest in Midwest
While whites more likely to donate, report found race not the only driving factor
Smartphone Electrocardiograms Deemed Equivalent to Standard
Smartphone monitoring found to be as accurate as standard ECG in diverse populations
Post-CABG Predictors of Stroke Identified for Diabetes Patients
Predictors of perioperative stroke include prior stroke, warfarin use, surgery outside U.S., Canada
Primary Androgen Deprivation Tx May Raise DM Risk by 60 Percent
Findings among men treated for localized prostate cancer
Population-Based FIT Screening Can Reduce CRC Mortality
Large cohort study shows significant reduction among screened 50- to 69-year-olds in Taiwan
Specific Trans Fatty Acids Linked With Incident Diabetes
Correlations differ by specific trans fatty acid and by method of assessment
ASCO: Many Cancer Patients Interested in Genetic Profiling
Two-thirds of patients feel that tumor profiling could improve their treatment; many will pay out of pocket
Fat, Protein, Glycemic Index All Modify Postprandial Glycemia
High-fat/protein meals need more insulin than lower-fat/protein meals with same carbohydrate content
Hospice May Help Surviving Spouse Cope With Death
Study suggests improved coping for those whose loved ones had end-of-life care
Soy Supplements Deemed Ineffective in Asthma Care
Clinical trial refutes prior notion that the nutrient might boost lung function
