GP researchers draw up cancer 'red flags' hit-list
UK primary care researchers have identified a hit-list of signs and symptoms indicative of at least a one in twenty chance of cancer which they say should be built into practice software systems. (Source: Pulse)...
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Both Postterm and Preterm Birth Associated with Cerebral Palsy
(Source: Physician's First Watch current issue)...
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Benefits of Risk-Reducing Surgeries in BRCA Carriers Estimated
(Source: Physician's First Watch current issue)...
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GPs may have to inherit some PCT debts, Buckman warns
Exclusive: GP consortia may have to accept taking on some PCT debts when they assume full commissioning power, but they should not be forced to prop up expensive Darzi centre and PFI contracts, GPC chair Dr Laurence Buckman said this week. (Source: Pulse)...
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Telemonitoring improves outcomes in heart failure patients
Access to care via telephone or digital, wireless or Bluetooth telemonitoring technology reduces mortality and hospitalisation rates for patients with chronic heart failure, according to a gold-standard systematic review by Australian researchers. (Source: Pulse)...
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U.S. Pediatricians Decry Media's Portrayal of Sex
Title: U.S. Pediatricians Decry Media's Portrayal of SexCategory: Health NewsCreated: 8/31/2010 10:10:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 9/1/2010 (Source: MedicineNet Mens Health General)...
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Selenium May Protect Against Bladder Cancer
Title: Selenium May Protect Against Bladder CancerCategory: Health NewsCreated: 9/1/2010 11:01:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 9/1/2010 11:01:05 AM (Source: MedicineNet Mens Health General)...
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Survey of Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practice Management Patterns of Atlanta-Area Obstetricians Regarding Stillbirth
Conclusion: Comprehensive educational and awareness efforts for obstetricians and other related health care personnel are needed to further improve on the data collected for surveillance purposes on stillbirth. (Source: Womens Health Issues)...
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Perceived Discrimination and Health Outcomes: A Gender Comparison Among Asian-Americans Nationwide
Conclusion: The findings underscore that a high level of discrimination was associated with negative mental and physical health outcomes for both women and men. However, women had more negative mental and physical health outcomes when exposed to a lower threshold of discrimination than men. These findings suggest that failing to examine women and men separately in discrimination research may no longer be appropriate among the Asian-American population. Future research should focus attention on the biological, social, and political mechanisms that mitigate the adverse health effects of discrimination in order to develop a more comprehensive approach to eliminate disparities in health. (Source: Womens Health Issues)...
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Adherence to Mammography and Colorectal Cancer Screening in Women 50â80 Years of Age: The Role of Psychological Distress
Conclusion: Psychological distress seems to negatively impact a patient's decision to adhere to breast cancer and colorectal cancer screening recommendations, although participants were far more likely to obtain regular mammography screening than an FOBT. (Source: Womens Health Issues)...
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Factors Affecting the Willingness of Counselors to Integrate Preconception Care into Sexually Transmitted Disease Clinics
Conclusion: STD counselors perceived PCC to be an important intervention service that can be delivered at STD clinics. Additional study is needed to identify factors that might affect full integration into the STD clinic setting. (Source: Womens Health Issues)...
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Racial/Ethnic Disparities in Gestational Diabetes Mellitus: Findings from a Population-Based Survey
Conclusion: Non-Hispanic API women, especially Asian women with both normal and high BMI, have increased risk of GDM. Future research should examine the unique risk factors experienced by Asians and health practitioners should be vigilant in screening for GDM regardless of BMI. (Source: Womens Health Issues)...
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Gender Differences in Psychosocial Issues Affecting Low-Income, Underserved Patients' Ability to Manage Cardiovascular Disease
Conclusion: This study suggests that low-income, underserved women and men experience gender-specific psychosocial problems that interfere with their ability to manage their disease. Programs and interventions to improve the psychosocial issues related to CVD, particularly for low-income underserved populations, may be more effective if they are designed to address the unique ways in which women and men experience their illnesses. (Source: Womens Health Issues)...
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Pregnancy: A Screening Test for Later Life Cardiovascular Disease
Cardiovascular disease is the major cause of death in women. Heart disease presents special problems to women, as first events are more likely to be fatal. These observations have led to attempts to increase recognition of risk for the disease by care providers and women and to identify women at risk. In 2007, the American Heart Association updated their Evidence Based Guidelines for Cardiovascular Disease Prevention in Women (). In it, they presented guidelines for evaluating risk for cardiovascular disease in women. Interestingly, in the text, tables, and flow charts there is no mention of obtaining a pregnancy history. In the text there is mention: âpreeclampsia may be an early indicator of CVD risk.â In this presentation, we point out there is no doubt that preeclampsia is associat......
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The Underappreciated Impact of Heart Disease
Abstract: The 2009 recommendations of the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force regarding mammography have called attention to the roles of prevention and screening in promoting women's health. We take this opportunity to raise awareness of another devastating illness in women, ischemic heart disease, and to suggest that screening for ischemic heart disease, by providing early detection and identifying women who would benefit most from intensified medical therapy, merits consideration. (Source: Womens Health Issues)...
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Editorial Board
(Source: Womens Health Issues)...
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AAFP-CIHI10 Global Burden of Chronic Disease (Edward Shahady MD)
Chronic diseases including cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and cancer, are the leading cause of death and disability in both the developed and developing world (excluding sub-Saharan Africa). Developing countries face the triple menace of trauma, infectious/communicable diseases and the increasing burden of non-communicable/chronic diseases like diabetes and cardiovascular disease and cancer. Urbanization, lifestyle changes and aging of populations contribute to the epidemic of chronic disease. Prolonged exposure to risk factors increases the probability of chronic disease development. Strategies that are within the resources of a country are needed to address this epidemic. This session will discuss the prevalence of global chronic disease and strategies like the poly pill care and othe......
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Burnham launches bid to block GP commissioning plans
Shadow health secretary Andy Burnham today launched what he has billed as the âmother of all battlesâ to stop the NHS reforms outlined in the coalition Government's health white paper, claiming they will fatally 'compromise' the role of GPs. (Source: Pulse)...
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Practice size 'makes no difference' to QOF achievement
The quality of care provided in small and single-handed practices is comparable to that provided by larger practices, an analysis by primary care researchers has shown. (Source: Pulse)...
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Health Highlights: Aug. 31, 2010
Obama Administration Appeals Judge's Order Banning Stem Cell Research
Cough Medicine Ingredient May Get New Restrictions: FDA
Diabetes Top Reason for Vietnam Vets' Health Claims
Restaurant Portions Too Large: Study
Support for Health Care Law Declines: Poll (Source: Primary Care News - Doctors Lounge)...
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