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The prevalences of depression or depressive symptoms and suicide ideation are 27.2 and 11.1 percent

Depression, Suicide Ideation Prevalent in Medical Students

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Prevalence of depression or depressive symptoms is 27.2 percent; suicide ideation, 11.1 percent
Nine out of 10 laser in situ keratomileusis (LASIK) patients report satisfaction afterwards

New Visual Symptoms Not Uncommon After LASIK Surgery

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But most patients report satisfaction with the procedure
Spending more time outside early in life may offer some protection against myopia

Ultraviolet B Radiation Exposure Tied to Decreased Risk of Myopia

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More exposure to sun's UVB rays between ages 14 and 29 linked to lower risk
The number of people in families having problems paying medical bills fell by nearly 13 million from 2011 through the first six months of 2016

CDC: Fewer U.S. Families Struggling to Pay Medical Bills

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More Americans are experiencing relief with medical bills, but gaps remain

November 2016 Briefing – Ophthalmology

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Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in Ophthalmology for November 2016. This roundup includes the latest...
The first case of an infant who developed glaucoma after being exposed to the Zika virus while in the womb has been reported by an international team of researchers. The case was reported online Nov. 30 in Ophthalmology.

Infant Diagnosed With First Case of Zika-Related Glaucoma

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Brazilian baby developed condition after being exposed to virus in womb
From 2000 to 2012 there was an increase in the incidence of sebaceous carcinoma

Incidence of Sebaceous Carcinoma Up From 2000 to 2012

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Higher all-cause mortality among males, blacks, and for extraocular anatomic locations
Patients who've recently undergone surgery -- especially those with cancer or autoimmune diseases -- experience slightly higher risks of developing Guillain-Barré syndrome soon afterward

Link Found Between Surgery and Development of Guillain-Barré

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History of autoimmune disease or malignancy may predispose some patients
Use of a computerized physician order entry system can improve compliance with antimicrobial restriction policies

Computer Order Entry System Ups Antimicrobial Policy Compliance

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After introduction of system, improvement seen in surveillance, compliance, approvals
Privately insured Americans spent nearly 5 percent more on health care last year than in 2014; this increase was significantly more than that seen in previous years and reflects higher costs for prescription drugs

Rising Rx, ER Prices Pushing U.S. Health Care Spending Up

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Prescription drugs are the fastest growing expense, report shows