Omega-3s May Protect Against Hearing Challenges
Benefits seen for hearing difficulty, issues with background noise, and use of hearing aids
In APOE ε4 Carriers, Odor Sensitivity Declines at Earlier Age
Odor sensitivity declines before odor identification and cognition in APOE ε4 carriers
Sleep Architecture, Sleep Apnea Affect Global Cognition
Better sleep consolidation and lack of obstructive sleep apnea linked to better global cognition
Major Drug Shortages Not Likely After Tornado Damages Pfizer Plant, FDA Says
Pfizer is working to repair the damage and mitigate any shortage of drugs made at the facility
Use of Manometer Can Reduce Endotracheal Tube Cuff Overinflation
Cuff overinflation seen in 59 percent of patients prior to intervention and in 36 percent after intervention
Private Equity Ownership Tied to Higher Costs to Patients
Furthermore, review found mixed to harmful impacts on quality of care
Fewer Than Half of Parents Use a Patient Portal for Their Child
Completing forms, scheduling appointments, and seeing test results are the most utilized functions
Hearing Intervention May Have Effect on Cognitive Change
No effect seen in total cohort composed of two populations, but sensitivity analysis revealed effect of intervention in cohort at higher risk for cognitive decline
Fewer Physicians Working in Private Practice
AMA survey reveals more physicians are working in large group practices and as employees
Latinos With Advanced Degrees Underrepresented in Health Care Workforce
However, all Latino subgroups overrepresented in health care occupations requiring less than a bachelor's degree
