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- Ovarian cancer screening does more harm than good, USPSTF says
In a draft statement, the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force renewed its 2004 recommendation against routine ovarian cancer screening, saying a review of 64 studies showed a risk of false positives without a significant decrease in death rates. The panel's recommendation does not cover women at greater risk for ovarian cancer because of family history or known genetic predisposition. MedPage Today (free registration)
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- Study looks at influence of age, gender, sibling history on stroke risk
Data from Swedish health records from 1987 to 2007 showed that the risk of ischemic stroke by the age of 55 increased 94% if a person has a sibling who suffered a stroke at age 55 or younger. The risk of stroke increased by 64% at any age if a full sibling had a history of stroke, researchers reported at the journal Circulation: Cardiovascular Genetics. Nurse.com
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- Short, irregular sleep patterns may elevate diabetes risk
 Sleep deprivation and disruptions in circadian rhythms resulted in lower fasting plasma insulin, postprandial peak insulin and integrated plasma insulin concentrations in healthy participants, according to a study in Science Translational Medicine. Researchers also noted an 8% mean reduction in resting metabolic rate, which may lead to an annual weight gain of 10 pounds in the absence of dietary and exercise changes. MedPage Today (free registration)
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- Study links hypertension, race, sudden cardiac deaths
A study in HeartRhythm revealed that blacks with high blood pressure faced double the risk of sudden cardiac death as whites and other ethnic groups. However, the research did not prove a causal relationship between hypertension and sudden cardiac death, and the authors said more research is needed to explore the factors contributing to the elevated risk among black people. HealthDay News
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- Old-fashioned weight-loss plans work better than fads
A study in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine revealed that about two-thirds of obese Americans try to lose weight, with about 40% succeeding. Those who shed pounds did so mainly through the old-fashioned approach -- eating less, choosing healthier foods and exercising more. Researchers found that successful weight loss was not achieved using fad diet schemes, including liquid diets and nonprescription diet pills. Los Angeles Times/Booster Shots blog (tiered subscription model)
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- Paroxetine, venlafaxine don't aggravate PD motor symptoms
A small study in the journal Neurology found that the antidepressants paroxetine and venlafaxine are effective for treating depression in Parkinson's disease patients and don't worsen motor symptoms such as tremor or rigidity. On average, depression symptoms improved by 59% in the paroxetine group and 52% in the venlafaxine group compared with 32% in the placebo group. HealthDay News
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- App is designed to help children with autism learn life skills
A new iPad application is aimed at helping children with autism develop life skills. Popchilla's World was created by Interbots, a company that originated with the Carnegie Mellon University Entertainment Technology Center, and provides guidance for users as they complete daily tasks such as brushing their teeth. It also records data, which can be used by parents, caregivers and therapists to assess progress. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
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- First lady thanks AANP, nursing organizations for support for veterans
During an event at the University of Pennsylvania on Wednesday, first lady Michelle Obama welcomed support from 150 nursing organizations, including AANP, for an initiative to improve care for veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder, traumatic brain injury and post-combat depression. "NPs have and continue to play a vital role in addressing the health care needs of veterans and active service members who suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder, traumatic brain injury, depression and other serious combat-related issues," AANP President Penny Kaye Jensen said. The Philadelphia Inquirer
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AANP represented NPs at Joining Forces announcement
AANP President Penny Kaye Jensen, DNP, APRN, FNP-C, FAANP, represented nurse practitioners on Wednesday at an announcement of participation in Joining Forces, a national initiative to bring attention to the unique health needs of America's military families. First lady Michelle Obama and Dr. Jill Biden, wife of Vice President Joe Biden, announced the commitment of AANP, 150 nursing organizations and 500 nursing schools during a special gathering at the University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing. For more information about AANP's commitment to Joining Forces, visit joiningforces.aanp.org or read the press release about the Joining Forces event here.
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