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August 21, 2024
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Study of cognitive behavioral therapy for cancer survivors has ‘major clinical implications’

Study of cognitive behavioral therapy for cancer survivors has ‘major clinical implications’

Cognitive behavioral therapy improved mental health and quality of life for cancer survivors, according to results of a systematic review and meta-analysis.

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August 14, 2024
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Personalized texts a promising tool to improve step count among patients in cardiac rehab

Personalized texts a promising tool to improve step count among patients in cardiac rehab

Text messages delivered to patients’ smartwatches show promise to improve physical activity for those undergoing cardiac rehabilitation, but sustained behavioral change over time may remain a challenge, researchers reported.

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July 29, 2024
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Access barriers mean many patients with cancer ‘not even able to get in the door’

Access barriers mean many patients with cancer ‘not even able to get in the door’

Patients with cancer trying to access care may face obstacles as early as when making their first phone call to a clinic, study findings showed.

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July 10, 2024
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Q&A: Women less likely than men to receive guideline-directed care during heart surgery

Q&A: Women less likely than men to receive guideline-directed care during heart surgery

Three studies published recently indicate that women who undergo heart surgery are less likely to receive guideline-directed care and more likely to have poor outcomes compared with men.

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June 21, 2024
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National accreditation program linked to better outcomes after major rectal cancer surgery

National accreditation program linked to better outcomes after major rectal cancer surgery

National Accreditation Program for Rectal Cancer accreditation appeared associated with better outcomes for older adults who underwent major rectal cancer surgery, according to findings in Journal of the American College of Surgeons.

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June 06, 2024
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VIDEO: Possible game-changer for people with congenital adrenal hyperplasia

VIDEO: Possible game-changer for people with congenital adrenal hyperplasia

BOSTON —In this video exclusive, Richard J. Auchus, MD, PhD, describes a possible new treatment paradigm for congenital adrenal hyperplasia with crinecerfont, an investigational drug granted a breakthrough designation in December.

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June 01, 2024
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Oral nonsteroidal treatment ‘new paradigm’ for adults with congenital adrenal hyperplasia

Oral nonsteroidal treatment ‘new paradigm’ for adults with congenital adrenal hyperplasia

BOSTON — Adults with congenital adrenal hyperplasia receiving an oral nonsteroidal treatment saw a marked reduction in daily glucocorticoid dose at 24 weeks with maintenance of androgen control compared with placebo, researchers reported.

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May 16, 2024
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‘Be aggressive’ in detecting, managing interstitial lung disease in early scleroderma

‘Be aggressive’ in detecting, managing interstitial lung disease in early scleroderma

DESTIN, Fla. — Detection and treatment of interstitial lung disease in systemic sclerosis calls for early and aggressive action, according to data presented at the Congress of Clinical Rheumatology East.

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May 04, 2024
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Novel tool helps predict risk for heart complications after bone marrow transplant

Novel tool helps predict risk for heart complications after bone marrow transplant

Researchers have created a novel tool that predicts a person’s risk for cardiovascular complications after bone marrow transplantation.

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April 25, 2024
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Perinatal PTSD significantly increased from 2008 to 2020, varying based on race, ethnicity

Perinatal PTSD significantly increased from 2008 to 2020, varying based on race, ethnicity

Perinatal PTSD diagnoses significantly increased from 2008 to 2020, with rates varying based on race and ethnicity, according to a cross-sectional study published in Health Affairs.

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