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The U.S. epidemic of prescription opioid medication abuse may be starting to reverse course

Epidemic of Rx Opioid Abuse May Be Waning in U.S.

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Heroin abuse/overdoses on the rise may be one reason prescription-drug abuse is down
After menopause

Insulin Resistance Ups Breast Cancer Risk Regardless of BMI

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Study of postmenopausal women suggests hormone levels matter more than excess weight
The increasing use of medical scribes should not be a replacement for improving electronic health records

Impact of Medical Scribes on EHR Advancement Discussed

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Use of medical scribes should not be replacement for improvement of EHRs
The chances of being diagnosed with early breast cancer

Race, Ethnicity Impact Breast Cancer Prognosis

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New research finds biological differences in tumor type, behavior
Adults with asthma face an increased risk for developing obstructive sleep apnea

Asthma Linked With ~40 Percent Higher Risk of OSA

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The longer an individual had asthma, the greater the risk for developing obstructive sleep apnea
Mortality risk in older Medicare patients who undergo carotid artery stenting is high

Benefit of Carotid Stenting in Elderly Called Into Question

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A third of older patients died within two years of procedure
Easing fears that exercise may worsen symptoms of chronic fatigue syndrome is crucial in efforts to prevent disability in people with the condition

Providers Urged to Address Patient Fears in Chronic Fatigue

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Many with condition are afraid exercise will make the condition worse
Over four decades (1970 to 2010)

Community Efforts Saved Lives, Cut Costs in Maine

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Better screening, control of high cholesterol and blood pressure cut deaths and hospitalizations
An aerobic exercise program can reduce fatigue in women undergoing radiotherapy for breast cancer

Aerobic Exercise Reduces Fatigue With Radiotherapy for Breast CA

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Findings in a quasi-experimental study of Taiwanese women with early-stage breast cancer
For accountable care organizations (ACOs)

Guidance Offered for Ethical Referrals Within ACOs

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Influencing referrals should be transparent, with appropriate metrics and the right incentives