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Increased Physical Activity Seen After TKR in Developing World
Study in Dominican Republic shows participation in physical activities up in varied life domains
Overuse of Abx for Travelers’ Diarrhea Creating Superbugs
Researchers recommend caution when using antibiotics to treat digestive ills while abroad
Hormonal Contraceptives Linked to Higher Risk of Glioma
But odds of any one user getting the tumor remain extremely small, experts stress
Metabolic Syndrome May Raise Death Risk Postangiography
Significantly increased risk for stable patients but not for those with acute coronary syndrome
Risks for Ebola Virus-Infected Pregnant Women Discussed
Limited data suggest increased risks of adverse neonatal and maternal outcomes
Roux-en-Y Surgery Can Reverse Insulin Treatment in T2DM
RYGB predicts insulin therapy cessation early after surgery, independent of weight
More Stressors for Radiation Therapists Than Oncology Nurses
Also have high coping strategy frequency; no difference in anxiety, depression, burnout, well-being
Tonsillectomy May Benefit Tonsillitis-Associated Psoriasis
Review shows improvement in psoriasis for some patients; improvement not always sustained
Acupuncture Viable for Pain Relief After Joint Replacement
Short-term pain reduction with adjunct acupuncture offered after hip, knee replacement
Routine Oral Anticoagulants May Not Benefit All With A-Fib
Ischemic stroke risk lower than thought in those with atrial fibrillation and CHA2DS2-VASc score of 1
