Cardiovascular Disease Deaths Increasing Worldwide
Growing, and aging, population behind the trend; death rate is dropping
ER Visits for Ischemic Stroke, TIA Down Over Past Decade
CDC study finds fewer patients treated in ERs for blood clots in the brain
Laparoscopic Sx Achieves Similar Survival Rates in Rectal Cancer
Procedure had survival rates similar to open surgery, with less pain, shorter hospital stays
Promising Research on rVSV Vaccine for Ebola
Immune response seen in all study volunteers; side effects were manageable
DNA-Based Blood Test More Accurate in ID of Down Sx
But it won't eliminate need for invasive diagnostics such as amniocentesis
Most Childhood CA Survivors Battle Chronic Conditions
An estimated 388,501 survivors of childhood cancer are living in the United States today
Sonographic Follow-Up May Be Adequate for Teen Breast Masses
All masses that underwent biopsy were benign on histopathologic analysis
Review: Vegan-Vegetarian Diets Seem Safe in Pregnancy
Limited evidence suggests diets are safe, although women may be at risk of vitamin B12, iron deficiency
Review Indicates Benefits for Bilateral Cataract Surgery
Limited evidence supports immediately sequential surgery, with faster rehab, improved visual outcomes
Patients May Be Modifying Meds Due to Trouble Swallowing
Some consumers do not consult health professionals if they experience problems, before modifying meds
