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Enhancing Communication About Goals of Care Through Video Interventions

How videos can improve communication at the end of life

In a 2023 study conducted jointly by Harvard Medical School and Massachusetts General Hospital, researchers uncovered a promising strategy to facilitate crucial goals of care discussions among elderly hospital patients. The study revealed that showing patients videos depicting real-life scenarios … Continue reading

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New Study Suggests Night Owls Have Higher Risk of Early Mortality

People who stay awake late at night have 10 percent higher risk of dying sooner than early risers

It appears the classic adage “the early bird gets the worm” may be beneficial for our health, not just for seizing the day. A new study finds that night owls (people who stay up late into the night and have … Continue reading

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Frequent, Prolonged Periods of Sitting May Lead to Premature Death

New study finds that excessive bouts of sedentary behavior could cause early death

A new study has found that regularly sitting for prolonged periods of time is a risk factor for premature death. The findings were published in the Annals of Internal Medicine on Oct. 3, 2017.  The study followed nearly 8,000 adults … Continue reading

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New Device May Help Patients With Heart Failure

Patients involved in a recent study reported fewer symptoms, better quality of life and increased exercise ability

A recent study suggests that a new heart device intended to improve blood flow may be beneficial for people suffering with heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF). Corvia Medical’s InterAtrial Shunt device is a flower-shaped wire device that creates a … Continue reading

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