Can Adolescents Meet the World Health Organization’s Physical Activity Goal By 2030?
In 2018, the World Health Organization (WHO) set guidelines suggesting 60 minutes or more of daily physical activity for adolescents.
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Number of Children With Opioid Poisonings Increasing
The severity of pediatric admissions for acute opioid ingestions, especially following attempted suicide, increased from 2005 to 2018.
Public Support of Data Sharing Limited by Privacy, Confidentiality Concerns
Results from a narrative review published in the Journal of Medical Ethics suggest broad yet conditional support for data sharing among patients and the general public, with many studies citing concerns about confidentiality, privacy, data security, risk management, and accountability.
2014 to 2016 Saw Decline in US Adults Prescribed Opioids
From 2014 to 2016, there was a decrease in the proportion of U.S. adults who were prescribed opioids, with a larger decrease seen for those who reported moderate or more severe pain versus less-than-moderate pain.
Significant Rates of Mistreatment, Burnout, and Suicidal Thoughts Observed in Surgical Residents in the US
Cross-sectional study data published in the New England Journal of Medicine indicate that discrimination, abuse, and harassment are highly prevalent in surgical residency training, especially in female residents.
Few Pharmacies Provide Correct Info on Medication Disposal
Fewer than half of California pharmacies provide correct information about disposal of antibiotics and opioids, and few report take-back programs.
23andMe Develops Drug Compound Using Consumer Genetic Data
23andMe, a consumer genetics company, has licensed its first drug compound to Almirall, a global pharmaceutical company.
Outcomes Worse for Rural Residents With Chronic Conditions
Rural Medicare beneficiaries with complex chronic conditions have higher preventable hospitalization and mortality rates than their urban peers, which is partially explained by reduced access to specialists.
Eli Lilly to Buy Dermira for $1.1 Billion
Eli Lilly agreed to buy biopharmaceutical company Dermira, Inc. for $18.75 a share, or approximately $1.1 billion in cash.
Awareness of Physician Burnout Has Peaked, But What Is the Next Step In Addressing It?
Burnout is thought to be the direct result of occupational demands that consistently outweigh the physical, mental, and psychological abilities of individuals suffering from it.
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