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ASCO: PD-1 Immunotherapy Benefits Patients With NSCLC
Fewer side effects, longer survival for nivolumab versus docetaxel
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
ATS: Risk of Pneumonia Up With Inhaled Corticosteroids in COPD
Observational studies show reduction in odds of pneumonia-associated, all-cause mortality
ATS: Aspirin Use Linked to Slower Progression of Emphysema
Slower progression of percent emphysema on CT after adjustment for multiple variables
ATS: Sleep Apnea May Boost Depression Risk in Men
Researcher says cause and effect can't be proved, but link between the two conditions is strong
ATS: Music Beneficial in Weaning From Mechanical Ventilation
Significant decreases seen in respiratory rate, anxiety, dyspnea, and total weaning time
DDW: Menopausal Hormone Tx Linked to Risk of Lower GI Bleeds
No difference in incidence of upper GI bleeding in MHT users, non-users
AUA: Delay to Surgery for Nephrolithiasis Ups Costs
Complications more likely to arise with surgical delay
AUA: Medical Clowns May Benefit Pediatric Surgical Outcomes
Psychological benefits for children, plus lower medical bills
ATS: E-Cig Smoking Linked to Drop in Cough Reflex Sensitivity
And, adverse effects on cells seen with exposure to some flavors of electronic cigarettes
