Abstract Objectives: The consumption of alcohol mixed with energy drinks (AmED) is popular on college campuses in the United States. Limited research suggests that drink lessens subjective intoxication persons who also have consumed alcohol. This study examines relationship between use, high‐risk drinking behavior, and alcohol‐related consequences. Methods: In Fall 2006, a Web‐based survey was conducted stratified random sample 4,271 students from 10 universities North Carolina. Results: A...

Depression impacts 9.4% of the adult population in United States, and it is known to impact work performance. Nurses with depression are not only likely suffer themselves, but their illness may have an on coworkers potentially quality care they provide. Thus, purpose this study was determine prevalence a random sample hospital-employed nurses individual workplace characteristics that associated depression. A cross-sectional survey design 1171 registered used. Measures included...

Abstract Background: Breast cancer survivors suffer from lymphedema of the arm and/or hand. Accurate estimates incidence and prevalence are lacking, as effects this condition on overall quality life. Methods: Six hundred twenty-two breast (age, ≤45 years at diagnosis) were followed with semiannual questionnaires for 36 months after surgery to determine lymphedema, persistent swelling, factors associated each, Results: Of those contacted eligible study, 93% agreed participate. Fifty-four...

As a strategy to delay or avoid whole-brain radiotherapy (WBRT) after resection of brain metastasis, the authors used high-resolution MR imaging and cavity-directed radiosurgery for detection treatment further metastases.

The purpose of this quasi-experimental, 1-group longitudinal study is to examine the effects a family-based intervention program on diabetes self-management behaviors, A1C, other biomarkers, psychosocial factors, and health-related quality life in Hispanics with diabetes.Adult patients (n = 36) family members 37) were recruited from community clinic rural central North Carolina. Patients attended an 8-week culturally tailored educational taught Spanish. Data collected pre- post-intervention...

We tested an intervention designed to increase human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) testing among men who have sex with and transgender persons within existing commonly used social media. At follow-up, communities had significantly higher past 12-month HIV than the comparison communities. Findings suggest that promoting via media can testing.

Abstract Aims To evaluate the effects of a breastfeeding intervention on primiparous mothers' self‐efficacy, duration and exclusivity at 4 8 weeks postpartum. Background Few studies have examined self‐efficacy improved outcomes among mothers in China. Design An experimental pre‐test posttest, two‐group design was used study. Methods A total 74 participants were recruited to study from tertiary hospital central China, June–October 2012. individualized, standardized nursing based Self‐Efficacy...

Workplace bullying has been experienced by 27% to 80% of nurses who have participated in studies. Bullying behaviors negatively impact the health nurses. This study examined whether nurses’ resilience had an on effects nurse’s health. cross-sectional descriptive surveyed licensed registered one state. The sample ( N = 345) was predominately female (89%) and Caucasian (84%), with average age 46.6 years. In this sample, 40% were bullied. Higher incidence associated lower physical scores p...

An estimated one-half of Americans have limited health literacy skills. Low has been associated with less receipt preventive services, but its impact on colorectal cancer (CRC) screening is unclear. We sought to determine whether low affects patients' knowledge or CRC screening. Pilot survey study patients aged 50 years and older at a large, university-affiliated internal medicine practice. assessed screening, basic sociodemographic information, level. defined as reading below the ninth...

Objective: This study tested the effectiveness of brief primary care provider interventions delivered in a college student health center to sample students who screened positive for high-risk drinking. Method: Between November 2005 and August 2006, 8,753 presented as new patients service at large public university were drinking, 2,484 (28%) on 5/4 gender-specific drinking question (i.e., five or more drinks per occasion men four women). Students consented participate (N= 363; 52% female)...

Abstract Objective: This study examined the association between restricting calories on intended drinking days and drunkenness frequency alcohol-related consequences among college students. Participants: Participants included a random sample of 4,271 undergraduate students from 10 universities. Methods: Students completed Web-based survey regarding their high-risk behaviors calorie restriction days. Results: Thirty-nine percent past 30-day drinkers reported they planned to drink alcohol,...

The Internet has emerged as an important tool for the delivery of health promotion and disease prevention interventions. Our community-based participatory research (CBPR) partnership developed piloted CyBER/testing, a culturally congruent intervention designed to promote HIV testing among men who have sex with (MSM) within existing chat rooms. Using quasi-experimental, single-group study design, cross-sectional data were collected from room participants, known "chatters," at pretest (n =...

Abstract Purpose: Angiotensin-(1-7) [Ang-(1-7)] is an endogenous peptide hormone of the renin-angiotensin system with antiproliferative and antiangiogenic properties. The primary objective this study was to establish recommended phase II dose Ang-(1-7) for treating patients advanced cancer. Secondary objectives were assess toxicities, pharmacokinetics, clinical activity, plasma biomarkers. Experimental Design: Patients solid tumors refractory standard therapy treated escalating doses in...

College smokers are often considered to be one homogenous group, those reporting smoking on at least of the past 30 days. However, considerable heterogeneity exists among college students who report current smoking. The aim this paper is characterize disparate patterns using latent class analysis (LCA).The sample consisted 1,102 past-month from 10 colleges in North Carolina completed a Web-based survey. LCA was used create homogeneous groups with similar defined by multiple indicators...

Abstract Background: Gamma Knife radiosurgery (GKRS) has been reported to be an effective modality treat trigeminal neuralgia. Objective: To determine predictive factors for the successful treatment of neuralgia with GKRS. Methods: Between 1999 and 2008, 777 GKRS procedures patients were performed at our institution. Evaluable follow-up data obtained 448 patients. Median time was 20.9 months (range, 3–86 months). The mean maximum prescribed dose 88 Gy 80–97 Gy). Dosimetric variables recorded...

To examine the relationships of social support and coping strategies to health-related quality life among primary caregivers stroke survivors in China.Caring for a survivor is highly stressful, which can negatively affect caregiver's physical psychological well-being. Stroke generally report more somatic symptoms, depressive sleep disorders isolation. They have poorer than general population.A cross-sectional, descriptive, correlational study.A quasi-random, point reference sample 121...

To explore demographics, contextual factors, and health risk behaviors associated with nondaily smoking by college students.In fall 2005, a random sample of 4100 students completed an online survey.Of those surveyed, 29% reported current smoking; that 29%, 70% were smokers. Compared to daily smokers, smokers younger, African American (compared white), had mothers higher education, belonged Greek organizations, attended private (vs public) schools. Nondaily less likely have used illicit...

Healthcare costs due to unplanned readmissions are high and negatively affect health wellness of patients. Hospital readmission is an undesirable outcome for elderly Here, we present risk prediction using five machine learning approaches predicting 30-day patients (age ≥ 50 years). We use a comprehensive curated set variables that include frailty, comorbidities, high-risk medications, demographics, hospital, insurance utilization build these models. conduct large-scale study with electronic...

Leiomyosarcoma of the inferior vena cava (IVC) is a rare lesion with less than 300 cases reported. Optimal management and long-term outcomes are not well described. From August 1984 to June 2004, eight patients leiomyosarcoma IVC were treated at our institution. Clinical pathologic data, surgical management, assessed. Eight identified (4 males) median age 52 (range 29–66). Presenting symptoms included abdominal pain (n = 5, 63%), lower extremity edema 2, 25%), palpable mass 25%). Tumor...

Curcumin exhibits anti-inflammatory and antitumor activity is being tested in clinical trials as a chemopreventive agent for colon cancer. Curcumin's was transgenic mouse model of lung cancer that expresses the human Ki- rasG12C allele doxycycline (DOX) inducible lung-specific manner. The effects curcumin were compared with tumor promoter, butylated hydroxytoluene (BHT), agent, sulindac. Treatment DOX-induced mice dietary increased multiplicity (36.3 ± 0.9 versus 24.3 0.2) progression to...