Rural-Urban Differences Seen in Hospitals’ Pediatric Services
Rural-residing children with medical complexity six times more likely to present at hospitals without dedicated pediatric services
Olanzapine, Prochlorperazine Both Alleviate Refractory Chemo-Related Nausea
Findings seen for patients with breast cancer starting a high/moderate emetogenic chemotherapy regimen
ASTRO: Hypofractionated Radiation Therapy Safe After Breast Reconstruction
Hypofractionated radiation therapy noninferior to 25-fraction conventional course for patients undergoing breast reconstruction
More Congenital Heart Defects Seen in Babies Born Via Fertility Treatment
Increased odds of major and severe congenital heart defects seen after assisted reproductive technology versus spontaneous conception
Endolymphatic Hydrops Tied to Hearing Loss Severity in Meniere Disease
Significant correlation seen between degree of endolymphatic hydrops and hearing loss across all frequencies
About 6.7 Million Americans Older Than 20 Years Have Heart Failure
Prevalence expected to continue increasing and reach 11.4 million in 2050; lifetime risk for heart failure up to 24 percent
Female Residents Underrepresented in High-Compensation Specialties
High-compensation surgical specialties experienced increase in the proportion of female applicants and matriculants from 2008 to 2022
Prevalence of Mental Disorders Higher in Transgender, Gender-Diverse People
Additionally, a higher prevalence of lifetime suicide plan and attempts was observed
Falls Requiring Medical Attention Tied to Later Dementia Diagnosis
Authors say findings warrant cognitive screening after a fall resulting in an emergency department or inpatient encounter
FDA Approves Dupixent for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Approval is the first in the U.S. for a biologic for the condition
