Financial Incentive May Drive Screening, Advice for Alcohol Use
The rate of screening for alcohol use or brief advice provisions may be affected by the removal of financial incentives.
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Internalized Stigma Sets Up Barriers to Mental Health Care
The authors examined 3 hypotheses: internalized stigma would be a stronger predictor of barriers to seeking mental health care than perceived stigma, alienation would be a stronger predictor of barriers than other components, and depression severity would modify the relationship of depression stigma and barriers to care.
The Independent Role of Elevated Serum Calcium on Bone Metabolism
Elevated calcium levels may lead to suboptimal growth of bone, according to the study’s findings.
Exposure to Cleaning Products Increases Risk for COPD in Nurses
Researchers sought to identify the association between disinfectants and cleaning products with the incidence of COPD in nurses.
Fast MRI Appropriate for Evaluation of Children With Traumatic Brain Injury
Fast MRI is a reasonable alternative to CT for evaluation of children with traumatic brain injury.
Relationship Between Vaccination and Neurologic Diseases Multifaceted
Researchers highlighted the need for rapid investigations of vaccine safety concerns to use robust epidemiologic methods to maintain public and professional confidence in vaccination programs.
Pediatric Obesity Treatment Not Associated With Increased Risk for Anxiety, Depression
Researchers used patient databases to investigate the association between obesity treatment interventions with a dietary component and the change in symptoms of depression and anxiety in pediatric patients who were overweight or obese.
Depression Linked to Increased Clinical Burden, Hospitalization Risk in COPD
Depression is linked to increased clinical burden in patients with COPD.
Test That Helps With HIV Treatment Selection Gets FDA Clearance
The test may help clinicians tailor HIV therapy for their patients.
Analyzing Nurse Practitioner-Led Cardiovascular Care
Researchers assessed randomized controlled trials to evaluate the impact of nurse practitioner-led cardiovascular care compared with another cardiovascular healthcare provider.
PrEP Discontinuation and Age, Racial Disparities
Age, racial/ethnic, and risk category disparities exist among patients who discontinue preexposure prophylaxis treatment after initiation.
Would Warning Labels on Sugar-Sweetened Beverages Affect Obesity in the US?
A recent study used a simulation model to project the possible effects of including warning labels on sugar-sweetened beverages on the body weight and dietary behaviors of US adults.
Interprofessional Collaboration Improves Linkage to HIV Testing, Primary Care
A recent study supports the efficacy of interprofessional collaboration in linking patients with HIV to care services.
Modified Test for Functional Capacity in Schizophrenia Found Valid
In patients with schizophrenia researchers found that the Beijing Performance-based Functional Ecological Test is valid in assessment of functional capacity.
Cannabis Concentrate Use Is Common Among Teens
Investigators aimed to determine the prevalence of concentrate use and associated risk factors among adolescents who used cannabis.
Diagnosis of Treatment-Resistant Hypertension Predicts Mortality Outcomes in T2D
For patients with type 2 diabetes, apparent treatment-resistant hypertension increases risk for cardiovascular events and mortality.
Prediagnosis Healthcare Utilization May Aid Earlier Schizophrenia Detection
Researchers posit that based upon their data there are opportunities for intervention in schizophrenia based on healthcare use prior to diagnosis.
Overall Rates of Opt-Out HIV Screening Remain Low
Researchers sought to assess the acceptance of opt-out HIV screening in outpatient settings in the United States.
Alternative Research Methods Explored to Ensure Sensitivity in Chronic Pain Clinical Trials
Researchers found that overall research design and methodological criteria need to be examined closely to gauge true treatment effects in chronic pain clinical trials.
Japanese and Western Diets Contribute to Psoriasis
Surprising dietary findings show Japanese patients with psoriasis had higher BMI, lower intake of meat, and higher intake of seafood, sugar/sweeteners, vitamin D and vitamin B12, challenging long-held nutritional beliefs.
Smartphone-Operated, Single-Lead ECG Performs As Well As 12L-Device in Side-by-Side Study
Can atrial fibrillation and atrial flutter be accurately detected using a smartphone-operated single-lead electrocardiography device?
Type of Initial Provider Consulted for New-Onset LBP May Influence Opioid Use
Patients with new-onset low back pain who initially consulted a chiropractor or physical therapist vs a primary care physician were found to have reduced risk for long-term opioid use.
Analysis of Rare and Novel Gene Variants in Schizophrenia and Dementia
Investigators found a possible link between cognitive impairment and psychosis on the ATP binding cassette subfamily C member 1 gene.
Trajectories Across Symptoms and Functioning in High-Risk Psychosis Highlight Need for Individualized Treatment
Within each of the 3 trajectory groups at high risk for psychosis, similar patterns of change were observed across the 4 symptom domains and functioning, suggestive of different degrees of need for clinical interventions.
Comparison of Diagnostic Assays for Vaginitis
Researchers performed a clinical evaluation of the performance of MAX VP compared with Affirm for the detection of 3 vaginal pathogens in symptomatic women.
Factors Correlated With Suicidal Ideation in Major Depressive Disorder
Higher rates of hopelessness, loneliness, anhedonia, social anxiety, and younger age were highly correlated with suicidal ideation in patients with major depressive disorder, based on a review of qualitative data.
Lofexidine May Effectively Mitigate Symptoms of Opioid Withdrawal Syndrome
Treatment with lofexidine may provide better control of the symptoms of opioid withdrawal syndrome compared with placebo.
Biomarkers for Differentiating Bipolar Disorder From Schizophrenia
In Brazil, researchers assessed blood serum identified with the use of proton nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy in an effort to differentiate individuals with psychiatric disorders, including schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.
Discontinuing Esketamine Nasal Spray Not Linked to Withdrawal Syndrome in Treatment-Resistant Depression
Discontinuing short- or long-term use of esketamine nasal spray for treatment-resistant depression may not be associated with withdrawal symptoms.
Dasotraline Improves Body Weight, Compulsive Behaviors in Binge Eating Disorder
Dasotraline may reduce compulsions and obsessive thoughts in adults with binge eating disorder.
How Do Seasonal Variants Affect Outcomes, Costs in COPD?
Researchers conducted a retrospective analysis to identify seasonal variations in outcomes for COPD exacerbation admissions and the effect on healthcare resource utilization.
Relapse More Likely With Antipsychotic Switch in Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder, or MDD
Patients with schizophrenia or a mood disorder who switched antipsychotic treatment had an increased likelihood for relapse, healthcare resource utilization, and extrapyramidal symptoms.
Growing Number of PAs Seeing, Treating Mental Health Disorders
Researchers sought to document and describe the contributions of certified PAs across practice areas in addressing mental health conditions.
Genetic Overlap Between Sleep Disturbances and Psychotic-Like Experiences
Sleep abnormalities are common in schizophrenia, often even before psychosis onset, but the mechanisms behind this are unclear; therefore, researchers analyzed a possible link between genetic risk for schizophrenia and sleep phenotypes.
New Medication Combination Promising for Adolescent Borderline Personality Disorder
Off-label use of oxcarbazepine and amantadine HCl appeared effective in maintaining improved symptomology in adolescent female patients with borderline personality disorder.
Patients with Ulcerative Colitis and Crohn Disease Demonstrate Increased Risk for Psychiatric Illnesses
For both patients with ulcerative colitis and those with Crohn disease, psychiatric diagnoses were more common in those who were elderly (greater than 65 years old), women, and white, and those with psychiatric conditions more frequently had a history of alcohol abuse, tobacco and substance abuse, personality disorder, and corticosteroid use.
Majority of Hospital Data Breaches Involve Demographic and Financial Information
Researchers examined the detailed events of published personal health data breaches for the past 10 years to understand what types of demographic and financial information were compromised.
Nosological Perspectives on Schizophrenia Detection and Prevention
Investigators suggest that negative symptoms of schizophrenia should be considered within the context of early diagnosis to prevent disease progression.
AAP Recommends Expanding Access to Bariatric Surgery for Adolescents
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) announced a set of practice- and system-level recommendations in a position statement presented at the 2019 AAP National Conference & Exhibition.
Do EHRs Properly Match Physical Examinations in the ER?
Electronic health records may not correctly reflect review of systems and physical examination observations made by emergency physicians.
Telepsychiatry May Be Convenient Alternative for Older Vets in Rural Areas
Veterans in rural areas shared their satisfaction with geriatric psychiatry care delivered via video telehealth.
Study Finds Screening for Social Needs Lacking in Hospitals and Practices
Social needs — including food, housing, utilities, transportation — and exposure to interpersonal violence are well known to be linked to health outcomes. In fact, up to 90% of health outcomes are a result of social, behavioral, and economic factors.1 However, few hospitals or practices screen patients comprehensively for the aforementioned factors that affect health…
Prostate Cancer Risk Higher Among Men With IBD
Men with ulcerative colitis may be particularly at risk for prostate cancer, according to researchers.
Psychotic Experiences Share Genetic Liability With Multiple Disorders
In the United Kingdom, investigators found data that showed a shared genetic liability between psychotic experiences, including schizophrenia and multiple disorders.
Increasing HIV Drug Resistance in Newly Diagnosed Infants
Researchers examined the prevalence of HIV drug resistance patterns among HIV-infected infants using 3 nationally representative surveys in South Africa that evaluated the effectiveness of national programs to prevent mother-to-child transmission of HIV.
Autism Spectrum Disorder Diagnostic Model Benefits Rural, Underserved Areas
How much do streamlined autism spectrum disorder diagnostic models benefit primary care clinics in rural and underserved communities?
Impact of Tightening Opioid Regulations in Patients With Chronic Pain
Patients on long-term opioid treatment for chronic pain reported experiencing negative physical side effects, emotional distress, and degraded relationships with their primary care provider.
Is ADHD a Prospective Risk Factor for BPSD Development in Children?
Researchers found a weak signal for persistent ADHD to be more associated with 8-year follow-up of bipolar disorder than remitting ADHD.
Clinical, Functional, and Personal Recovery in Schizophrenia
In The Netherlands, researchers found that in patients with schizophrenia, coping skills are a determinant in recovery.
Use of Psychiatric Assistance Dogs in Individuals With Mental Health Disorders
In Australia, researchers found that psychiatric assistance dogs elicited a wide range of positive comments from patients, including patients with schizophrenia.
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