Article
Clinical Neurology
Cathy Y. Yu, Timothy Blaine, Peter D. Panagos, Akash P. Kansagra
Summary: This study highlighted the demographic disparities in proximity to certified stroke care, with greater disparities observed in nonurban areas compared to urban areas. Higher proportions of elderly, American Indian, uninsured, or low-income populations in nonurban census tracts were found to be more distant from certified stroke care facilities.
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Environmental Sciences
Kate R. Weinberger, Xiao Wu, Shengzhi Sun, Keith R. Spangler, Amruta Nori-Sarma, Joel Schwartz, Weeberb Requia, Benjamin M. Sabath, Danielle Braun, Antonella Zanobetti, Francesca Dominici, Gregory A. Wellenius
Summary: Heat alerts were not found to be associated with lower mortality, but were linked to higher rates of hospitalization due to fluid and electrolyte disorders and heat stroke, potentially indicating that heat alerts prompt individuals to seek medical care.
ENVIRONMENT INTERNATIONAL
(2021)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Eyayaw Ashete Belachew, Demis Getachew, Adeladlew Kassie Netere, Eshetie Gizachew, Ashenafi Kibret Sendekie
Summary: This study assessed the perceptions, willingness, and practice of telemedicine among patients with chronic disease in Ethiopia. The findings indicate that although patients have a positive perception and willingness to use telemedicine, the actual level of practice is low. Therefore, improving awareness and utilization of telemedicine among patients is important.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2023)
Review
Health Care Sciences & Services
Becca Beets, Todd P. Newman, Emily L. Howell, Luye Bao, Shiyu Yang
Summary: This paper reviews nationally representative public opinion surveys on artificial intelligence (AI) in the United States, with a focus on areas related to health care. The potential health applications of AI continue to gain attention owing to their promise as well as challenges.
JOURNAL OF MEDICAL INTERNET RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Immunology
Rahul Shekhar, Abu Baker Sheikh, Shubhra Upadhyay, Mriganka Singh, Saket Kottewar, Hamza Mir, Eileen Barrett, Suman Pal
Summary: In the survey, only 36% of respondents were willing to take the vaccine as soon as it became available, while 56% were undecided. Only 8% of healthcare workers do not plan to get vaccinated. Vaccine acceptance increased with age, education, and income level, with direct medical care providers showing higher acceptance rates.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Liran Einav, Amy Finkelstein
Summary: Health insurance coverage in the United States is uncertain and unstable. Even with the Affordable Care Act (ACA), a significant number of people remain uninsured at some point over a 2-year period. The risk of losing insurance is higher for those with Medicaid or private exchange coverage compared to those with employer-provided coverage. It is important to focus on both the percentage of uninsured individuals at a specific time and the stability and certainty of insurance coverage.
PROCEEDINGS OF THE NATIONAL ACADEMY OF SCIENCES OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
(2023)
Letter
Medicine, General & Internal
Suveen Angraal, Arun George Zachariah, Raaisa Raaisa, Rohan Khera, Praveen Rao, Harlan M. Krumholz, John A. Spertus
Summary: This study investigates online crowdsourced fundraising for US health care costs from 2010 to 2018, examining trends by medical condition and geographic distribution.
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Gregory A. Roth, Sophia Emmons-Bell, Heather M. Alger, Steven M. Bradley, Sandeep R. Das, James A. de Lemos, Emmanuela Gakidou, Mitchell S. V. Elkind, Simon Hay, Jennifer L. Hall, Catherine O. Johnson, David A. Morrow, Fatima Rodriguez, Christine Rutan, Saate Shakil, Reed Sorensen, Laura Stevens, Tracy Y. Wang, Jason Walchok, Joseph Williams, Christopher Murray
Summary: In this retrospective cohort study involving 20,736 adults with COVID-19 in the United States, in-hospital mortality rates decreased after March and April and remained at a lower level from May through November, regardless of changes in patient characteristics.
Article
Pediatrics
John F. Morehous, Cynthia White, William B. Brinkman, Dominick J. DeBlasio, Allison Reyner, Julie Kleiman, Srikant B. Iyer
Summary: The research team successfully implemented a process to improve preventive care for children through multidisciplinary collaboration and quality improvement methods, increasing the closure rate of preventive care gaps.
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Callie Hlavin, Phoebe Ingraham, Tamara Byrd, Nathan Hyre, Lucine Gabriel, Nishant Agrawal, Laura Allen, Tanya Kenkre, Andrew Watson, Murat Kaynar, Bestoun Ahmed, Anita Courcoulas
Summary: Telemedicine can be used safely and effectively for bariatric surgical preoperative care, as the clinical outcomes are comparable to traditional in-person care.
Article
Nursing
Bojan Tubic, Caterina Finizia, Asra Zainal Kamil, Pernilla Larsson, My Engstrom
Summary: This study explores patients' experiences of a safety leaflet in a hospital setting, focusing on participation in care and feelings of safety. The findings indicate that most patients were satisfied with their participation and felt safe during their hospital stay.
Article
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Shanshan Sheehy, Gregg C. Fonarow, DaJuanicia N. Holmes, William R. Lewis, Roland A. Matsouaka, Jonathan P. Piccini, Lillian Zhi, Deepak L. Bhatt
Summary: This study found no seasonal variation in hospital admissions for atrial fibrillation (AF) or quality of care for AF, based on analysis of 61,291 AF patients in the United States. The findings suggest that the management and treatment of AF are consistent throughout the year.
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION
(2022)
Article
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Yannick Vandenplas, Liese Barbier, Steven Simoens, Philippe Van Wilder, Arnold G. Vulto, Isabelle Huys
Summary: Belgian patients have limited knowledge about biosimilar medicines, but most patients are willing to follow their doctor's prescription and want their doctor to explain the decision and provide information before transitioning. They have a need for information on the safety, efficacy, and pricing of biosimilars.
FRONTIERS IN PHARMACOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
John Aloysius Zinda, Lindy B. Williams, David L. Kay, Sarah M. Alexander
Summary: The study examines the roles of various factors such as risk salience, response efficacy, and trust in government on perceptions of flood risk and adoption of protective actions. Data from focus group discussions in flood-affected neighborhoods in Troy, New York, showed concerns about inadequate preparation for future disasters despite recognition of local government responsiveness during hazard events. Participants also expressed distrust in institutions surrounding flood insurance, highlighting the importance of addressing multiple concerns to build awareness and trust for effective natural hazard preparedness.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF DISASTER RISK REDUCTION
(2021)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Nora Kenworthy, Mark Igra
Summary: This study assessed whether the use and outcomes of medical crowdfunding align with health financing needs in the United States. The findings showed that medical crowdfunding raised unequal amounts of money and had low success rates, particularly in areas with higher medical debt, uninsured populations, and poverty. Therefore, medical crowdfunding is misaligned with key indicators of health financing needs in the United States.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)