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After Long-Term Follow-Up, Study Looks at Prognostic Factors for Breast Cancer
EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE: 11 A.M. (ET), THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2016 Media Advisory: To contact corresponding study author Conny Vrieling, M.D., Ph.D., email conny.vrieling@grangettes.ch Related audio material: An author podcast also is available. Related material: The editorial, “Who Benefits from a Tumor Bed Boost After Whole-Breast Radiotherapy,” by Laurie W. Cuttino, M.D., of the Virginia Commonwealth…
Chronic Sinusitis Associated With Certain Rare Head and Neck Cancers among Elderly, Although Absolute Risk Low
EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE: 11 A.M. (ET), THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2016 Media Advisory: To contact Daniel C. Beachler, Ph.D., M.H.S., email the NCI Press Office at ncipressofficers@mail.nih.gov. To place an electronic embedded link to this study in your story Link will be live at the embargo time: https://archotol.jamanetwork.com/article.aspx?doi=10.1001/jamaoto.2016.2624 JAMA Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery In a study…
Implementation of Lean Processes Shows Potential to Reduce Surgical Wait Times at VA Hospitals
EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE: 11 A.M. (ET), WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 7, 2016 Media Advisory: To contact Andrew C. Eppstein, M.D., email Eric Schoch at eschoch@iu.edu. To contact Seth A. Spector, M.D., email Lisa Worley at lworley2@med.miami.edu. To place an electronic embedded link to these articles in your story: These links will be live at the embargo time:…
Study Examines Risk, Risk Factors for Depression After Stroke
EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE: 11 A.M. (ET), WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMEBR 7, 2016 Media Advisory: To contact study corresponding author Merete Osler, M.D., D.M.Sc., Ph.D., email merete.osler@regionh.dk Related material: The editorial, “Depression After Stroke – Frequency, Risk Factors and Mortality Outcomes,” by Craig S. Anderson, M.D., Ph.D., of the George Institute for Global Health, Camperdown, Australia, also is…
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Intervention Addresses Pediatric Patient Families’ Social Needs
EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE: 11A.M. (ET), TUESDAY, SEPTMBER 6, 2016 Media Advisory: To contact corresponding study author Laura Gottlieb, M.D., M.P.H., call Suzanne Leigh at 415-476-2993 or email suzanne.leigh@ucsf.edu. Related material: The editorial, “More Precisely Targeting the Coal Mine of Social Adversity,” by Neal Halfon, M.D., M.P.H., of the University of California, Los Angeles, also is…
Cesarean Birth Appears Associated with Higher Risk of Obesity in Children
EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE: 11A.M. (ET), TUESDAY, SEPTMBER 6, 2016 Media Advisory: To contact corresponding study author Jorge E. Chavarro, M.D., Sc.D., email Todd Datz at tdatz@hsph.harvard.edu To place an electronic embedded link to this study in your story Links will be live at the embargo time: https://archpedi.jamanetwork.com/article.aspx?doi=10.1001/jamapediatrics.2016.2385 JAMA Pediatrics Children born by cesarean delivery appear…
Prevalence of Celiac Appears Steady but Followers of Gluten-Free Diet Increase
EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE: 11 A.M. (ET), TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2016 Media Advisory: To contact study author Hyun-seok Kim, M.D., M.P.H., call LaCarla Donaldson at 973-972-1216 or email donaldla@njms.rutgers.edu. Related material: The commentary, “Maybe It’s Not the Gluten,” by Daphne Miller, M.D., of the University of California, San Francisco, also is available. To place an electronic…
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Sexual Function Problems Prevalent among Younger Adults Following Heart Attack; More Common among Women
EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE: 11 A.M. (ET), WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 31, 2016 Media Advisory: To contact Stacy Tessler Lindau, M.D., M.A.P.P., call Ashley Heher at 773-702-0025 or email Ashley.Heher@uchospitals.edu. To place an electronic embedded link to this study in your story: Link will be live at the embargo time: https://cardiology.jamanetwork.com/article.aspx?doi=10.1001/jamacardio.2016.2362 JAMA Cardiology Among men and women…
Weight Loss Following Bariatric Surgery Sustained Long-term
EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE: 11 A.M. (ET), WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 31, 2016 Media Advisory: To contact Matthew L. Maciejewski, Ph.D., call Amara Omeokwe at 919-681-4239 or email amara.omeokwe@duke.edu. To place an electronic embedded link to this study in your story: This link will be live at the embargo time: https://archsurg.jamanetwork.com/article.aspx?doi=10.1001/jamasurg.2016.2317 JAMA Surgery Obese patients who underwent…
Parents’ Psychiatric Disease Linked to Kids’ Risk of Suicide Attempt, Violent Offending
EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE: 11 A.M. (ET), WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 31, 2016 Media Advisory: To contact study corresponding author Roger T. Webb, Ph.D., email roger.webb@manchester.ac.uk Related material: The editorial, “Violent Offending and Suicidal Behavior Have Common Familial Risk Factors,” by David Brent, M.D., of the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, and coauthors also is available on…
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Longer Duration of Dual Antiplatelet Therapy After Stent Placement Improves Outcomes for Patients With Peripheral Arterial Disease
EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE: 5 A.M. (ET), TUESDAY, AUGUST 30, 2016 Media Advisory: To contact Marco Valgimigli, M.D., Ph.D., email marco.valgimigli@insel.ch. To place an electronic embedded link to this study in your story: Link will be live at the embargo time: https://cardiology.jamanetwork.com/article.aspx?doi=10.1001/jamacardio.2016.2811 JAMA Cardiology In a study published online by JAMA Cardiology, Marco Valgimigli, M.D.,…
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Identifying and Treating Thyroid Disorders in Kids
EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE: 11A.M. (ET), MONDAY, AUGUST 29, 2016 Media Advisory: To contact corresponding study author Andrew J. Bauer, M.D., call Ashley Moore at 267-426-6071 or email Moorea1@email.chop.edu. To place an electronic embedded link to this study in your story Links will be live at the embargo time: https://archpedi.jamanetwork.com/article.aspx?doi=10.1001/jamapediatrics.2016.0486 JAMA Pediatrics Primary care physicians are…
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Many Adults Who Screen Positive for Depression Don’t Receive Treatment
EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE: 11 A.M. (ET), MONDAY, AUGUST 29, 2016 Media Advisory: To contact study author Mark Olfson, M.D., M.P.H., call Karin Eskenazi at 212-342-0508 or email ket2116@cumc.columbia.edu. To place an electronic embedded link in your story: Links will be live at the embargo time: https://archinte.jamanetwork.com/article.aspx?doi=10.1001/jamainternmed.2016.5057 JAMA Internal Medicine A new study suggests gaps…
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Recommended Daily Treatment for Chronic Rhinosinusitis Underused
EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE: 11 A.M. (ET), THURSDAY, AUGUST 25, 2016 Media Advisory: To contact Luke Rudmik, M.D., M.Sc., call Kathryn Kazoleas at 403-220-5012 or email kjslonio@ucalgary.ca. To place an electronic embedded link to this study in your story Link will be live at the embargo time: https://archotol.jamanetwork.com/article.aspx?doi=10.1001/jamaoto.2016.1110 JAMA Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery Topical intranasal steroid…
Men Perceived As Younger, More Attractive After Hair Transplant for Baldness
EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE: 11 A.M. (ET), THURSDAY, AUGUST 25, 2016 Media advisory: To contact study corresponding author Lisa E. Ishii, M.D., M.H.S., call Vanessa McMains at 410-502-9410 or email vmcmain1@jhmi.edu. Related material: The invited commentary, “Benefits of Proper Hair Restoration,” by Jeffrey Epstein, M.D., of the University of Miami, Florida, also is available. To place…
Study Examines Financial Conflict of Interests Among NCCN Guideline Authors
EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE: 11 A.M. (ET), THURSDAY, AUGUST 25, 2016 Media Advisory: To contact corresponding study author Aaron P. Mitchell, M.D., call Laura Oleniacz at 919-445-4219 or email laura_oleniacz@med.unc.edu. To contact corresponding commentary author Beverly Moy, M.D., M.P.H., call Katie Marquedant at 617-726-0337 or email kmarquedant@partners.org. Related JAMA material: A Viewpoint article, “Time to Reassess…
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Metformin Associated with Decreasing Weight Gain in Kids with Autism
EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE: 11 A.M. (ET), WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 24, 2016 Media Advisory: To contact study corresponding author Evdokia Anagnostou, M.D., call Michelle Stegnar at 416-425-6220, ext. 3497 or email mstegnar@hollandbloorview.ca. To contact corresponding editorial author Christopher J. McDougle, M.D., call McKenzie Ridings at 617-726-0274 or email mridings@partners.org. To place an electronic embedded link to this…
Comparing Coronary Artery Calcium Scores in Patients with Psoriasis, Diabetes
EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE: 11 A.M. (ET), WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 24, 2016 Media Advisory: To contact corresponding study author Nehal N. Mehta, M.D., M.S.C.E., call NHLBI Engagement and Media Relations at 301-496-4236 or email nhlbi_news@nhlbi.nih.gov. To place an electronic embedded link in your story: Links will be live at the embargo time: https://archderm.jamanetwork.com/article.aspx?doi=10.1001/jamadermatol.2016.2907 JAMA Dermatology Assessing…
HIV-Infected Adults with Depression Have Increased Risk for Heart Attack
EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE: 11 A.M. (ET), WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 24, 2016 Media Advisory: To contact Matthew S. Freiberg, M.D., M.Sc., call Craig Boerner at 615-343-7421 or email craig.boerner@vanderbilt.edu. To place an electronic embedded link to this study in your story: Link will be live at the embargo time: https://cardiology.jamanetwork.com/article.aspx?doi=10.1001/jamacardio.2016.2716 JAMA Cardiology Among more than 26,000…
Rx Associated With Fracture Risk Infrequently Reduced After Fracture Occurrence
EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE: 11 A.M. (ET), MONDAY, AUGUST 22, 2016 Media Advisory: To contact study author Jeffrey C. Munson, M.D., M.S.C.E., call Paige Stein at 603-653-1971 or email Paige.Stein@Dartmouth.edu. To contact corresponding commentary author Sarah D. Berry, M.D., M.P.H., call Jacqueline Mitchell at 617-667-7306 or email jsmitche@bidmc.harvard.edu. To place an electronic embedded link in…
Using Science to Reduce Health Consequences of Early Childhood Adversity
EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE: 11 A.M. (ET), MONDAY, AUGUST 22, 2016 Media Advisory: To contact corresponding study author Jack P. Shonkoff, M.D., call Kristen Holmstrand at 617-496-0429 or email Kristen_holmstrand@harvard.edu. To place an electronic embedded link to this study in your story Links will be live at the embargo time: https://archpedi.jamanetwork.com/article.aspx?doi=10.1001/jamapediatrics.2016.1559 How early experiences are…
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Rates of Early Prostate Cancer Continue Decline After USPSTF Recommendation
EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE: 11 A.M. (ET), THURSDAY, AUGUST 18, 2016 Media Advisory: To contact corresponding study author Ahmedin Jemal, D.V.M., Ph.D., email David Sampson david.sampson@cancer.org. To place an electronic embedded link in your story: Links will be live at the embargo time: https://oncology.jamanetwork.com/article.aspx?doi=10.1001/jamaoncol.2016.2667 Incidence rates of early prostate cancer have continued to drop…
Greater Intake of Dietary Omega-3 Fatty Acids Associated with Lower Risk of Diabetic Retinopathy among Individuals with Type 2 Diabetes
EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE: 11 A.M. (ET), THURSDAY, AUGUST 18, 2016 Media Advisory: To contact Aleix Sala-Vila, D.Pharm., Ph.D., email asala@clinic.ub.es. To contact commentary author Michael Larsen, M.D., D.M.Sc., email miclar01@regionh.dk. To place an electronic embedded link to this study and commentary in your story: Links will be live at the embargo time: https://archopht.jamanetwork.com/article.aspx?doi=10.1001/jamaophthalmol.2016.2906 https://archopht.jamanetwork.com/article.aspx?doi=10.1001/jamaophthalmol.2016.2942 …
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Effectiveness of Medical Management vs Revascularization for Intermittent Leg Claudication
EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE: 11 A.M. (ET), WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 17, 2016 Media Advisory: To contact Emily B. Devine, Ph.D., Pharm.D., M.B.A., call Sarah Guthrie at 206-543-3485 or email gu3@uw.edu. To place an electronic embedded link to this study in your story: This link will be live at the embargo time: https://archsurg.jamanetwork.com/article.aspx?doi=10.1001/jamasurg.2016.2024 Among patients…
Study Links Self-Reported Childhood Abuse to Death in Women Years Later
EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE: 11 A.M. (ET), WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 17, 2016 Media Advisory: To contact study corresponding author Edith Chen, Ph.D., call Marla Paul at 312-503-8928 or email marla-paul@northwestern.edu. To contact corresponding editorial author Idan Shalev, Ph.D., call Marjorie S. Miller at 814-865-4622 or email msm39@psu.edu. To place an electronic embedded link to this study…
Study Examines Use of Antipsychotics Early in Pregnancy, Risk of Birth Defects
EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE: 11 A.M. (ET), WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 17, 2016 Media Advisory: To contact study corresponding author Krista F. Huybrechts, M.S., Ph.D., call Elaine St. Peter at 617-525-6375 or email estpeter@partners.org. To contact corresponding editorial author Katherine L. Wisner, M.D., M.S., call Marla Paul at 312-503-8928 or email marla-paul@northwestern.edu. To place an electronic embedded…
Sex Bias in Human Surgical Clinical Research
EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE: 11 A.M. (ET), WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 17, 2016 Media Advisory: To contact Melina R. Kibbe, M.D., call Jamie Williams at 984-974-1149 or email Jamie.Williams@unchealth.unc.edu. To contact commentary co-author Julie A. Freischlag, M.D., call Michelle Silva at 916-734-4920 or email vmsilva@ucdavis.edu. To place an electronic embedded link to this study and commentary in…
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Study of Chinese Teens Examines Nonmedical Use of Rx and Suicidal Behaviors
EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE: 11A.M. (ET), MONDAY, AUGUST 15, 2016 Media Advisory: To contact corresponding study author Ciyong Lu, M.D., Ph.D., email luciyong@mail.sysu.edu.cn To place an electronic embedded link to this study in your story Links will be live at the embargo time: https://archpedi.jamanetwork.com/article.aspx?doi=10.1001/jamapediatrics.2016.1802 JAMA Pediatrics The nonmedical use of prescription drugs and the misuse of…
Is Acetaminophen Use When Pregnant Associated with Kids’ Behavioral Problems?
EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE: 11A.M. (ET), MONDAY, AUGUST 15, 2016 Media Advisory: To contact corresponding study author Evie Stergiakouli, Ph.D., email e.stergiakouli@bristol.ac.uk Related material: An author audio interview is available for preview on the For The Media website. The podcast will be live when the embargo lifts on the JAMA Pediatrics website. To place an electronic…
Does Longer Walking Distance to Buy Cigarettes Increase Quitting Among Smokers?
EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE: 11 A.M. (ET), MONDAY, AUGUST 15, 2016 Media Advisory: To contact study authors Mika Kivimäki, M.D., Ph.D., email mika.kivimaki@helsinki.fi and Anna Pulakka, Ph.D., email anna.pulakka@utu.fi. To contact corresponding commentary author Thomas A. Farley, M.D., M.P.H., call Jeff Moran at 215-686-5244 or email Jeff.Moran@phila.gov. To place an electronic embedded link in your story:…
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Prevalence of Estrogen Receptor Mutations in Patients with Metastatic Breast Cancer
EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE: 11 A.M. (ET), THURSDAY, AUGUST 11, 2016 Media Advisory: To contact corresponding study author Sarat Chandarlapaty, M.D., Ph.D., call Nicole McNamara at 646-227-3633 or email mcnamarn@mskcc.org. Related audio material: An author audio interview is available for preview on the For The Media website. The podcast will be live when the embargo lifts…
The Next Frontier in Facial Plastic, Reconstructive Surgery
EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE: 11 A.M. (ET), THURSDAY, AUGUST 11, 2016 Media advisory: To contact study corresponding author Matthew Q. Miller, M.D., call Josh Barney 434-906-8864 or email is jdb9a@virginia.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: https://archfaci.jamanetwork.com/article.aspx?doi=10.1001/jamafacial.2016.0913 JAMA…
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Low Risk of Developing Persistent Opioid Use after Major Surgery
EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE: 11 A.M. (ET), WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 10, 2016 Media Advisory: To contact Hance A. Clarke, M.D., Ph.D., F.R.C.P.C., call Alex Radkewycz at 416-340-3111, ext. 3895, or email Alexandra.radkewycz@uhn.ca. To place an electronic embedded link to this study in your story: This link will be live at the embargo time: https://archsurg.jamanetwork.com/article.aspx?doi=10.1001/jamasurg.2016.1681 JAMA Surgery…
Preoperative Factors Associated with Long-term Weight Loss after Gastric Bypass Surgery
EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE: 11 A.M. (ET), WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 10, 2016 Media Advisory: To contact Michelle R. Lent, Ph.D., call Mike Ferlazzo at 570-214-7410 or email msferlazzo@geisinger.edu. To contact Amy Neville, M.D., M.Sc., F.R.C.S.C., call Amelia Buchanan at 613-798-5555, ext. 73687, or email ambuchanan@ohri.ca. To place an electronic embedded link to this study and commentary in…
Increased Risk Suicide Death Associated with Hospitalization for Infection
EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE: 11 A.M. (ET), WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 10, 2016 Media Advisory: To contact study corresponding author Helen Lund-Sørensen, B.M., email helene.lund@sund.ku.dk. To contact corresponding editorial author Lena Brundin, M.D., Ph.D., call Beth Hinshaw Hall at 616-234-5519 or email Beth.HinshawHall@vai.org. To place an electronic embedded link to this study in your story Links will be live…
Is Depression in Parents, Grandparents Linked to Grandchildren’s Depression?
EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE: 11 A.M. (ET), WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 10, 2016 Media Advisory: To contact study corresponding author Myrna M. Weissman, PhD., call Rachel Yarmolinsky at 646-774-5353 or email ry2134@cumc.columbia.edu. To place an electronic embedded link to this study in your story Links will be live at the embargo time: https://archpsyc.jamanetwork.com/article.aspx?doi=10.1001/jamapsychiatry.2016.1586 JAMA Psychiatry Having both parents…
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Could Thiamine-Fortified Fish Sauce Help Fight Infant Beriberi in Southeast Asia?
EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE: 11A.M. (ET), MONDAY, AUGUST 8, 2016 Media Advisory: To contact corresponding study author Timothy J. Green, Ph.D., email tim.green@sahmri.com Related content: An editorial, “Implications of Thiamine Fortification in Cambodian Fish Sauce,” by Melissa Wake, M.B.Ch.B., M.D., F.R.A.C.P., of the Royal Children’s Hospital, Melbourne, Australia, and Bruce Neal, M.B.Ch.B., Ph.D., F.R.C.P., of the…
Alternative Insurance Expansions Under ACA Linked to Better Access, Use of Care
EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE: 11 A.M. (ET), MONDAY, AUGUST 8, 2016 Media Advisory: To contact corresponding study author Benjamin D. Sommers, M.D., Ph.D., call Todd Datz at 617-432-8413 or email tdatz@hsph.harvard.edu. To contact corresponding commentary author Joel C. Cantor, Sc.D., call Steve Manas at 848-932-0559 or email smanas@ucm.rutgers.edu. To place an electronic embedded link in your…
ICU Use Associated with More Invasive Procedures, Higher Costs
EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE: 11 A.M. (ET), MONDAY, AUGUST 8, 2016 Media Advisory: To contact corresponding study author Dong W. Chang, M.D., M.S., call Laura Mecoy at 310-546-5860 or email Lmecoy@labiomed.org. To contact commentary author Neil A. Halpern, M.D., M.C.C.M., call Rebecca Williams at 646-227-3318 or email williamr@mskcc.org. Related audio content: An author podcast will be live…
Sedentary Behavior Associated With Diabetic Retinopathy
EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE: 11 A.M. (ET), THURSDAY, AUGUST 4, 2016 Media Advisory: To contact Paul D. Loprinzi, Ph.D., email Jon Scott at jonscott@olemiss.edu. To place an electronic embedded link to this study in your story: Link will be live at the embargo time: https://archopht.jamanetwork.com/article.aspx?doi=10.1001/jamaophthalmol.2016.2400 In a study published online by JAMA Ophthalmology, Paul D….
Survey: Vision Health a Priority
EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE: 11 A.M. (ET), THURSDAY, AUGUST 4, 2016 Media Advisory: To contact Adrienne W. Scott, M.D., call Taylor Graham at 443-287-8560 or email tgraha10@jhmi.edu. To place an electronic embedded link to this study in your story: Link will be live at the embargo time: https://archopht.jamanetwork.com/article.aspx?doi=10.1001/jamaophthalmol.2016.2627 Most respondents across all ethnic and racial…