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Guidelines Differ on Recommendations of Statin Treatment for African Americans
EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE: 3:45 P.M. (ET), SATURDAY, MARCH 18, 2017 Media Advisory: To contact Venkatesh L. Murthy, M.D., Ph.D., email Haley Otman at otmanh@med.umich.edu. To place an electronic embedded link to this study in your story: Link will be live at the embargo time: http://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamacardiology/fullarticle/10.1001/jamacardio.2017.0944 JAMA Cardiology Approximately 1 in 4 African American individuals recommended…
Repeated Eye Injections for Age-Related Macular Degeneration Associated With Increased Risk for Glaucoma Surgery
EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE: 11 A.M. (ET), THURSDAY, MARCH 16, 2017 Media Advisory: To contact Brennan D. Eadie, M.D., Ph.D., email Heather Amos at heather.amos@ubc.ca. To place an electronic embedded link to this study in your story: Link will be live at the embargo time: http://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamaophthalmology/fullarticle/10.1001/jamaophthalmol.2017.0059 JAMA Ophthalmology Patients with age-related macular degeneration who received seven or more…
How Were Female Patients Perceived After Face-Lift Surgery?
EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE: 11 A.M. (ET), THURSDAY, MARCH 16, 2017 Media advisory: To contact study corresponding Lisa Ishii, M.D., M.H.S., email Vanessa McMains, Ph.D., at vmcmain1@jhmi.edu. To place an electronic embedded link to this study in your story: The link for this study will be live at the embargo time: http://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamafacialplasticsurgery/fullarticle/10.1001/jamafacial.2016.2206 JAMA Facial Plastic Surgery…
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Use of Computerized Systems to Help Physicians Assess Patients Linked with Decreased Risk of Blood Clots Following Surgery
EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE: 11 A.M. (ET), WEDNESDAY, MARCH 15, 2017 Media Advisory: To contact Zachary M. Borab, B.A., email Deborah Haffeman at deborah.haffeman@nyumc.org. To place an electronic embedded link to this study in your story: This link will be live at the embargo time: http://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamasurgery/fullarticle/10.1001/jamasurg.2017.0131 JAMA Surgery The use of computerized clinical decision support systems…
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Is Higher Health Care Spending By Physicians Associated With Better Outcomes?
EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE: 11 A.M. (ET), MONDAY, MARCH 13, 2017 Media Advisory: To contact corresponding author Yusuke Tsugawa, M.D., M.P.H., Ph.D., email Todd Datz at tdatz@hsph.harvard.edu. Related material: The editor’s note, “Physician Spending and Patient Outcomes,” also is available on the For The Media website. To place an electronic embedded link in your story: Links…
Are Military Physicians Ready to Treat Transgender Patients?
EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE: 11 A.M. (ET), MONDAY, MARCH 13, 2017 Media Advisory: To contact corresponding author David A. Klein, M.D., M.P.H., email Alexandra Snyder at Alexandra.r.snyder.civ@mail.mil. Related material: The commentary, “A Transgender Military Internist’s Perspective on Readiness for Treating Patients with Gender Dysphoria,” by Jamie L. Henry, M.D., of the Walter Reed National Military Medical…
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Examining Whether Migraine Is Associated With Cervical Artery Dissection
EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE: 11 A.M. (ET), MONDAY, MARCH 6, 2017 Media Advisory: To contact corresponding author Alessandro Pezzini, M.D., email alessandro.pezzini@unibs.it To place an electronic embedded link in your story: Links will be live at the embargo time: http://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamaneurology/fullarticle/10.1001/jamaneurol.2016.5704 JAMA Neurology A new study published online by JAMA Neurology examines whether a history of migraine…
Collection of Articles Examines Racial, Gender Issues in Academic Medicine
EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE: 11 A.M. (ET), MONDAY, MARCH 6, 2017 Media Advisory: To contact corresponding author Dowin Boatright, M.D., M.B.A., email Ziba Kashef at ziba.kashef@yale.edu and for corresponding author Vineet M. Arora, M.D., M.A.P.P., email John Easton at John.Easton@uchospitals.edu. Related previously published material: The JAMA Viewpoint, “Reporting Sex, Gender or Both in Clinical Research?” may…
Indoor Tanning, Sun Safety Articles Published by JAMA Dermatology
EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE: 2:30 P.M. (ET), FRIDAY, MARCH 3, 2017 Media Advisory: To contact corresponding study authors Gery P. Guy, Jr., Ph.D., M.P.H., call Amesheia Buckner at 404-639-3286 or e-mail media@cdc.gov and to contact Sherry Everett Jones, Ph.D., M.P.H., J.D., call Lola Russell and Benjamin Haynes at 404-639-3286 or e-mail media@cdc.gov. To place an electronic…
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Number of People in U.S. with Hearing Loss Expected to Nearly Double in Coming Decades
EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE: 11 A.M. (ET), THURSDAY, MARCH 2, 2017 Media Advisory: To contact Adele M. Goman, Ph.D., email Vanessa McMains at vmcmain1@jhmi.edu. To place an electronic embedded link to this study in your story Link will be live at the embargo time: http://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamaotolaryngology/fullarticle/10.1001/jamaoto.2016.4642 JAMA Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery In a study published online by JAMA…
Reducing Cancer-Related Fatigue
EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE: 11 A.M. (ET), THURSDAY, MARCH 2, 2017 Media Advisory: To contact corresponding study author Karen M. Mustian, Ph.D., M.P.H., call Leslie Orr at 585-275-5774 or email Leslie_Orr@URMC.Rochester.edu. To place an electronic embedded link in your story: Links will be live at the embargo time: http://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamaoncology/fullarticle/10.1001/jamaoncol.2016.6914 JAMA Oncology A new article published online…
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Study Finds Patients More Likely to Receive Surgical Intervention for Narrowed Arteries in Fee-For-Service than Salary-Based System
EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE: 11 A.M. (ET), WEDNESDAY, MARCH 1, 2017 Media Advisory: To contact Louis L. Nguyen, M.D., M.B.A., M.P.H., email Johanna Younghans at jyounghans@partners.org. Related material: The commentary, “Assessing the Appropriateness of Carotid Revascularization,” by Philip P. Goodney, M.D., M.S., of Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, Lebanon, N.H., and colleagues also is available at the For…
Cost of Managing Actinic Keratosis Varies; Opportunity to Improve Value
EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE: 11 A.M. (ET), WEDNESDAY, MARCH 1, 2017 Media Advisory: To contact corresponding study author Joslyn S. Kirby, M.D., M.S., M.Ed., email Matt Solovey at msolovey@pennstatehealth.psu.edu. Related material: The editorial, “Helping Patients Decide on Treatment Options for Actinic Keratosis – Living in Cryo Nation,” by Jorge Roman, B.S., of the University of Texas…
Study Examines Burden of Skin Disease Worldwide
EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE: 11 A.M. (ET), WEDNESDAY, MARCH 1, 2017 Media Advisory: To contact corresponding study author Chante Karimkhani, M.D., email Erika Matich at Erika.Matich@ucdenver.edu. To place an electronic embedded link in your story: Links will be live at the embargo time: http://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamadermatology/fullarticle/10.1001/jamadermatol.2016.5538 JAMA Dermatology How much do skin diseases contribute to the burden…
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Gauging ACA’s Effect on Primary Care Access
EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE: 11 A.M. (ET), MONDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2017 Media Advisory: To contact corresponding author Daniel Polsky, Ph.D., call Katie Delach at 215-349-5964 or e-mail Katharine.Delach@uphs.upenn.edu To place an electronic embedded link in your story: Links will be live at the embargo time: http://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamainternalmedicine/fullarticle/10.1001/jamainternmed.2016.9662 JAMA Internal Medicine A new research letter published online…
What Outcomes Are Associated With Early Preventive Dental Care Among Medicaid-Enrolled Children in Alabama?
EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE: 11 A.M. (ET), MONDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2017 Media Advisory: To contact corresponding author Justin Blackburn, Ph.D., email Alicia Rohan at ARohan@uab.edu Related material: The editorial, “Are Tooth Decay Prevention Visits in Primary Care Before Age 2 Years Effective?” by Peter M. Milgrom, D.D.S., and Joana Cunha-Cruz, D.D.S., Ph.D., of the University of…
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Older Adults Experience Similar Improvements Following Surgery for Herniated Lumbar Disk
EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE: 11 A.M. (ET), WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2017 Media Advisory: To contact Sasha Gulati, M.D., Ph.D., email sashagulati@hotmail.com. To place an electronic embedded link to this study in your story: This link will be live at the embargo time: http://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamasurgery/fullarticle/10.1001/jamasurg.2016.5557 JAMA Surgery Although patients 65 years of age or older had more…
Is Insufficient Weight Gain During Pregnancy Associated with Schizophrenia Spectrum Disorders in Children Later in Life?
EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE: 11 A.M. (ET), WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2017 Media Advisory: To contact study corresponding author Renee M. Gardner, Ph.D., email renee.gardner@ki.se Related material: The commentary, “Prenatal Nutrition Deficiency and Psychosis: Where Do We Go From Here?” by Ezra Susser, M.D., Dr.P.H., and Katherine M. Keyes, Ph.D., of Columbia University, New York, also is…
Five Studies in JAMA, JAMA Internal Medicine Examine Effect of Testosterone Treatment on Various Health Outcomes
EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE: 11 A.M. (ET) TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 21, 2017 Media Advisory: To contact Peter J. Snyder, M.D., email Abbey Anderson at Abbey.Anderson@uphs.upenn.edu or call 215-349-8369. To contact T. Craig Cheetham, Pharm.D., M.S., email Vincent Staupe at vincent.p.staupe@kp.org or call 510-267-7364. Related video: There will be a JAMA Report video story on testosterone treatment and…
Long-term Outcomes Following Stem Cell Transplant for Multiple Sclerosis
EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE: 11 A.M. (ET), MONDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 2017 Media Advisory: To contact corresponding author Paolo A. Muraro, M.D., email p.muraro@imperial.ac.uk. To place an electronic embedded link in your story: Links will be live at the embargo time: http://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamaneurology/fullarticle/10.1001/jamaneurol.2016.5867 JAMA Neurology A new study published online by JAMA Neurology examines the long-term outcomes…
State Same-Sex Marriage Policies Associated With Reduced Teen Suicide Attempts
EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE: 11 A.M. (ET), MONDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 2017 Media Advisory: To contact corresponding author Julia Raifman, Sc.D., call Barbara Benham at 410-614-6029 or email bbenham1@jhu.edu. To place an electronic embedded link in your story: Links will be live at the embargo time: http://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamapediatrics/fullarticle/10.1001/jamapediatrics.2016.4529 JAMA Pediatrics A nationwide analysis suggests same-sex marriage policies…
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By the Numbers: What Are The Most Attractive Female Lips?
EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE: 11 A.M. (ET), THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2017 Media advisory: To contact study corresponding Brian J.F. Wong, M.D., Ph.D., call Tom Vasich at 949-824-6455 or email tmvasich@uci.edu. Related images available: Images are also available on the For The Media website. Related material: The commentary, “Defining the Perfect Mouth,” by Catherine P. Winslow, M.D.,…
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Use of Patient Complaints to Identify Surgeons with Increased Risk for Postoperative Complications
EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE: 11 A.M. (ET), WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 2017 Media Advisory: To contact William O. Cooper, M.D., M.P.H., email Craig Boerner at craig.boerner@vanderbilt.edu. Related material: The commentary, “Association of Unsolicited Patient Observations With the Quality of a Surgeon’s Care,” by Allen Kachalia, M.D., J.D., of Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, and…
Depression Symptoms Among Men When Their Partners Are Pregnant
EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE: 11 A.M. (ET), WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 2017 Media Advisory: To contact study corresponding author Lisa Underwood, Ph.D., email l.underwood@auckland.ac.nz To place an electronic embedded link to this study in your story Link will be live at the embargo time: http://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamapsychiatry/fullarticle/10.1001/jamapsychiatry.2016.4234 JAMA Psychiatry Men who were stressed or in poor health had elevated…
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Examining Different Accountable Care Organization Payment Models
EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE: 11 A.M. (ET), MONDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2017 Media Advisory: To contact corresponding author J. Michael McWilliams email Ekaterina Pesheva at Ekaterina_Pesheva@hms.harvard.edu and to contact K. John McConnell, Ph.D., email Tracy Brawley at brawley@ohsu.edu. Related audio material: An interview with the authors is available for preview on the For The Media website. The…
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Presence of Coronary Artery Calcium among Younger Adults Associated with Increased Risk of Fatal Heart Disease
EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE: 11 A.M. (ET), WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 2017 Media Advisory: To contact John Jeffrey Carr, M.D., M.Sc., email Craig Boerner at craig.boerner@vanderbilt.edu. To place an electronic embedded link to this study in your story: Link will be live at the embargo time: http://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamacardiology/fullarticle/10.1001/jamacardio.2016.5493 JAMA Cardiology The presence of any coronary…