How Successful Are Interventions to Increase Surgical Workforce Diversity?
Is racial/ethnic diversity in the surgical workforce effectively achieved through early interventions such as internships and mentorship programs?
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Sepsis Treatment: Effect of Vitamin C on Patient Outcomes
Should enteral or IV vitamin C become standard of care in the treatment of patients with sepsis?
Daytime Sleepiness, PAP Adherence, and Satisfaction in OSA Patients
Sleep apnea research presented at CHEST 2021 examined links between PAP therapy adherence and the prevalence and severity of excessive daytime sleepiness.
Young Male Adolescents With High BMI at Risk for Moderate to Severe OSA
Adolescent male patients with a higher BMI, adenotonsillar hypertrophy, and sleep- disordered breathing have an increased risk of moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea
Ultraviolet Air Irradiation Unit Reduces Asthma Severity in Children
The use of CREON2000A UV air irradiation system technology reduced asthma severity in children with mild to moderate asthma.
Untreated Obstructive Sleep Apnea Linked to More Influenza Hospitalizations
There may be increased hospitalization risk from influenza infection in patients with obstructive sleep apnea who do not use continuous positive airway pressure.
Lower Remission Rate in Asthma May Be Linked to Age at Diagnosis
Late-diagnosed asthma was identified as the most independent significant risk factor for non-remission in patients with asthma.
Asthma Prevalence May Be Higher in Elderly Patients With Behavioral Health Issues
Because of the prevalence of behavioral health issues in elderly patients with asthma, appropriate behavioral health treatment may improve patient outcomes.
Avoiding Cow’s Milk Formula Supplementation May Reduce Asthma Risk in Young Children
Young children who avoided cow’s milk formula supplementation within the first 3 days of life had a potentially reduced risk of asthma and recurrent wheeze.
Telemedicine Program Improves Clinical Outcomes in Young Adults With Asthma
Young adults with asthma experienced improved clinical outcomes after undergoing virtual care, known as a multi-level EMR-integrated smartphone-telemedicine program.
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