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Trauma, PTSD May Raise Women’s Odds of CVD
Increased risk, but research doesn't establish cause-and-effect relationship
Citrus Consumption Linked to Increased Risk of Melanoma
Researchers suspect compounds in citrus may sensitize skin to sunlight, but further study needed
Three Issues to Consider Before Selecting EHR
Work flow, features and functionality, and technical infrastructure should all be considered
New Naloxone Capsule Safe for Opioid-Induced Constipation
Sustained release formula efficacious, with no indication of opioid withdrawal or increase in pain
Almost One in Three American Adults Own a Firearm
Most gun owners are men who are older, married, and white
AMA Discusses Pre-Retirement Evaluation for Aging Doctors
Physicians approved development of preliminary assessment guidelines at AMA meeting
AAP Evaluates Potential Impact of Telemedicine in Pediatrics
Telemedicine has potential to improve access and physician workforce shortages
CDC Examines Prevalence of Undiagnosed HIV
Percentage of people living with diagnosed HIV varies from 77 to ≥90 percent
U.S. Children Experience High Rates of Assault, Abuse
Long-term effects include poor mental and physical health, researchers say
Paraspinal Fat Infiltration Tied to Low Back Pain, Disability
No correlation for muscle cross-sectional area with low back pain/disability or structure
