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A clinical trial assessing germicidal UV light in long-term care shows modest reduction in acute respiratory infections, suggesting UV technology as a supportive tool in infection control for older adults.
A randomized trial of 402 US primary care physicians found that presenting two or more appropriate treatment alternatives (vs one) increased clinicians’ likelihood of changing from a status quo plan to an evidence‑based alternative, especia
A nationwide Japanese cohort study of 2.28 million ICU admissions finds that hospitals with intermediate care units (IMCUs) had modestly lower ICU and in-hospital mortality, fewer readmissions, shorter ICU stays, and higher ICU throughput w
A 2025 systematic review of nurse-led ICU family communication interventions found modest improvement in communication quality (SMD 0.26) and reduced hospital LOS (~3.9 days), but limited effects on psychological distress, satisfaction, ICU
A 24‑week, community-based multicomponent frailty intervention in rural Korea was associated with 6.5 additional months free from death or long‑term care eligibility and ~$7,700 per-person NHIS savings over 66 months, suggesting durable cli
In patients extubated after ≥7 days of mechanical ventilation, 43% had persistent inspiratory muscle weakness at hospital discharge. Maximal inspiratory pressure (MIP) measured 12 days after diagnosis strongly predicted persistent weakness
An evidence-based synthesis of the 2025 Cochrane review on fall-prevention in care facilities: which interventions work, for whom, and how to implement them in practice.
A large RCT in primary care showed no significant cognitive benefits of a combined intervention integrating mind-body physical exercise, cognitive training, and nurse-led risk factor modification over nurse-led risk factor modification alon
A meta-analysis shows that dementia literacy interventions significantly reduce caregiver burden and improve knowledge, attitudes, and self-efficacy among caregivers of people with dementia.
Nurse-led interventions, especially intensive counseling combined with varenicline or family-based approaches, significantly enhance smoking cessation rates. Brief advice and counseling also improve outcomes over usual care, supporting nurs
A 12-month cluster randomized trial in rural China demonstrated that a fall prevention program integrated into primary health care significantly decreased fall risk among older adults, highlighting a scalable strategy for resource-limited s
Mediation analysis of INTERACT3 reveals that systolic blood pressure and blood glucose control are primary drivers of functional recovery benefits in acute intracerebral hemorrhage care bundles.
A multisite randomized trial demonstrates that acupuncture, both standard and enhanced, significantly improves chronic low back pain-related disability in older adults compared to usual medical care, with sustained benefits and a favorable
This review discusses the randomized clinical trial evaluating germicidal UV light in long-term care facilities, highlighting its modest efficacy in reducing acute respiratory infections and its potential role in infection control for older
This cluster-randomized trial evaluated an automated tobacco cessation intervention for parents in pediatric primary care, finding no significant increase in 1-year quit rates but notable improvements in treatment engagement and smoking red
A multidomain rehabilitation program combining cardiovascular risk control, dietary counseling, and exercise significantly lowers the risk of cardiovascular death or unplanned hospitalization within one year in older myocardial infarction s
A 20-year prospective study reveals that experiences of stalking and obtaining restraining orders are linked to increased risk of cardiovascular events in women, emphasizing violence as a critical factor in cardiovascular disease prevention
A large pragmatic trial demonstrates that daily emollient application starting before 9 weeks of age significantly reduces the risk of atopic dermatitis by 24 months in infants not selected for high risk, offering a feasible preventive appr
A cluster randomized trial demonstrates a centralized remote bone health service significantly improves osteoporosis screening, treatment initiation, adherence, and bone density outcomes in high-risk older men compared to usual care.
A Veterans Affairs study demonstrates that a centralized nurse-led program markedly improves osteoporosis screening, treatment initiation, and adherence in men aged 65-85, leading to better bone density and potential reduction in fracture r
