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This study looked at whether using a clinical algorithm to choose the right peripheral IV catheter reduces complications like infections or blockages. Researchers reviewed medical records of 30,000 hospitalized adults. The goal is to see if a correct catheter choice leads to fewe…

This study looked at whether patients who were hospitalized for a heart attack, stroke, or other heart-related event were prescribed the recommended cholesterol-lowering medications when they left the hospital. Researchers observed 129 patients to see how well doctors followed of…

This study tested whether a specially designed scarf helps parents spend more time holding their healthy newborn babies skin-to-skin (kangaroo care) compared to standard hospital practice. About 143 mothers of full-term babies took part. The main goal was to measure the average d…

This study looked at how well primary care doctors referred patients with chronic kidney disease to kidney specialists. Researchers checked if referrals happened quickly enough and if patients were on the right treatment. The study involved 345 adults and used medical records fro…

This study tested a wearable device called the Parkinson Holter (STAT-ON) that automatically tracks movement ups and downs in people with moderate to severe Parkinson's disease. The goal was to see if giving doctors detailed, objective data from the device helps them adjust medic…