Vectors With a Vengeance: How Venezuela’s Political Crisis Opens Doors to Disease
Venezuela has endured a decade of political, economic, and social unrest, which has contributed to regional epidemics of vector-borne illnesses.
Preventive Medicine
Legionella Outbreaks on the Rise: Could Climate Change Be Responsible?
Lack of plumbing maintenance; aging infrastructure; warm, humid climates; and exposure to the immunocompromised may contribute to an increase in Legionnaires disease.
WHO Independent High-Level Commission on Noncommunicable Diseases Issues Recommendations
Although heads of state and governments have pledged to reduce premature mortality from noncommunicable diseases by one-third by 2030, many countries are not on track to achieve this goal.
USPSTF EKG Screening Recommendations Updated
The United States Preventive Services Task Force does not recommend screening with resting or exercise electrocardiography in asymptomatic individuals at low risk for cardiovascular disease events.
Few Physicians Provide Firearm Injury Prevention Info in ER
Many physicians are not providing firearm injury prevention information in the emergency department, even though most acknowledge that doing so would reduce pediatric injuries in general and prevent firearm injuries.
Economic Benefits for Prediabetic Patients with Lifestyle Modifications
The three-year return on investments for the prevention program was estimated to be as high as 42%.
Health and Economic Impact of CVD Preventive Services Varies
The highest health impact was HTN screening and treatment; lowest for aspirin counseling.
Discussion of Opioid Use Risks Associated with Reduced Misuse
There was a 60% lower rate of saving of pills among patients who talked to their doctor about risks.
Experimental DNA-Based Zika Vaccine Effective Against Infection
The results from animal studies are encouraging and human trials are underway.
Male Contraceptive Therapy Proven to be Effective, Adverse Effects Too Unfavorable
This study has shown that the injections are as effective as other contraceptives, but the side effects prompted early halt of trial.
