Sentences with phrase «reported better quality of life»

They also reported better quality of life.

For example, lung cancer patients who were injected with killed M. vaccae reported better quality of life and less nausea and pain.

THURSDAY, July 28, 2016 (HealthDay News)-- Men with low - risk prostate cancer report a good quality of life after choosing active surveillance as a treatment for their disease, a new study finds.

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The cost of living is well above average, but so is the quality of life, considering U.S. News & World Report named it the second best place to live in the U.S. for 2017.

Cities which are home to world - class schools and universities, as well as offering a high quality of life and safe environment, stand to benefit in the long - run, says the report.

TLT: Almost two years after the National Restaurant Association announced its Kids Live Well initiative to improve children's menus, CSPI's has issued a new report indicating that nearly all of the kids» meals at America's top 50 chain restaurants are of poor nutritional quality, with 97 % of meals failing to meet CSPI's own nutritional criteria and 91 % failing to meet the Kids Live Well nutritional criteria.

Given the heterogeneity in the choice of outcome measures routinely collected and reported in randomised evaluations of models of maternity care, a core (minimum) data set, such as that by Devane 2007, and a validated measure of maternal quality of life and well being would be useful not only within multi-centre trials and for comparisons between trials, but might also be a significant step in facilitating useful meta - analyses of similar studies.

Although the quantity and quality of these interactions are unclear in FFCWS data, these findings are consistent with a 2009 national study (unpublished) reporting that 76 % of US fathers living in households with children age 0 to 2 years of age reported attending a well child visit within the past year.36 As suggested in Bright Futures, 37 well - child visits may be an opportunity to screen fathers for depression and refer them for treatment.

Less than two weeks after being named among the worst cities to live in by 24/7 WallSt, Syracuse and Rochester have landed among the best based on quality of life in a study by U.S. News & World Report.

The researchers found that the telemedicine visits were as effective as in - person visits in the doctor's office, with the quality of life reported by the participants as no better or worse for people who received care in their homes compared with those who received standard care.

Even though early detection of vision difficulties may lead to better quality of life, greater independence and a lower risk of falls in older adults, routine screening doesn't appear more effective than only testing patients with symptoms, the USPSTF reports in JAMA March 1.

The report also cites the emergence of new applications for solid - state lighting that have the potential to create new markets and commercial opportunities for the industry, as well as add value to aspects related to quality of life.

UA researchers considered survey respondents» self - reports of physical health and quality of life, as well as their scores on cognition tests measuring verbal fluency, word recall and delayed word recall.

December 11, 2015 Thyroid cancer patients report poor quality of life despite «good» diagnosis Thyroid cancer survivors report poor quality of life after diagnosis and treatment compared with other patients who are diagnosed with more lethal cancers, according to new research from the University of Chicago Medicine.

In a small study of terminally ill patients, infusions of vitamin C were given twice per week for a week, together with oral vitamin C. Quality of life scales were completed both before and after treatment, and indicated that patients reported better overall physical, emotional and social functioning, as well as decreased disease symptomatology, including fatigue, nausea / vomiting, pain, sleep disturbance, and loss of appetite.

The research also correlated «quality of life» along with diet, and found strong links between healthier diet and reports of better quality of life.

Results published so far are promising: Breast - cancer patients who practice yoga while undergoing radiation therapy have lower levels of stress hormones and report less fatigue and better quality of life.

Those who took the probiotic reported reduced allergy symptoms as well as a markedly higher quality of life as compared with those participants taking the placebo.

Circulating testosterone levels decline with increasing age but do not appear to be significantly affected by the menopausal transition.8 As early as the 1940s, testosterone was reported not only to alleviate menopausal symptoms but also to restore libido.9 In recent years, evidence has accumulated supporting the hypothesis that the decline in endogenous testosterone levels is associated with menopausal symptoms, including decreased libido, worse moods, and poorer quality of life.10 Clinical trials have demonstrated that exogenous androgens in conjunction with estrogens can ameliorate symptoms affecting sexual function and general well - being.11, 12 In addition, studies have found beneficial effects of androgen therapy on bone mineral density.13 - 15

The controversial National Council on Teacher Quality (NCTQ)-- created by the conservative Thomas B. Fordham Institute and funded (in part) by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation as «part of a coalition for «a better orchestrated agenda» for accountability, choice, and using test scores to drive the evaluation of teachers» (see here; see also other instances of controversy here and here)-- recently issued yet another report about state's teacher evaluation systems titled: «Running in Place: How New Teacher Evaluations Fail to Live Up to Promises.»

Owners who have used VetStem to treat their pets have reported they have a better quality of life after stem cell therapy, and over 85 % of dog owners would recommend VetStem Cell Therapy to other pet owner.

Position title: Veterinarian - Pet Adoption Center Reports to: Senior Manager - Georgia You became a veterinarian to help save the lives of animals, and to give them the best possible quality of life.

Many traits of a high - quality life are described in the Five Freedoms of Good Animal Welfare, a report that is recognized as one of the most important documents for the provision of good welfGood Animal Welfare, a report that is recognized as one of the most important documents for the provision of good welfgood welfare.

Kotaku reports: So Microsoft's Xbox 360 Summer of Arcade promotion has come and gone, a five - week blitz of the best that Xbox Live Arcade has to offer, all part of a commitment made by the company at E3 to shift their focus more towards quality rather than quantity.

To maintain a robust economy and good quality of life, the report states, Indian businesses and government must invest in areas such as women's health and education to reduce family size, resource - efficient cities and infrastructure, and increased food system productivity.

The most unforgiveable unethical behavior surrounding the entire issue of «hiding the decline» and similar biases in published research, is when climate change scientists who know about their — «cherry picking the data», — biased and selective presentation of all data pertinent to published paper conclusions, and — outright errors in their data and peer - reviewed papers, don't speak out loudly in the media outlets that have misled the general public in reporting about their flawed, misleading research, as well as, associated journals and professional societies, to stop politicians and government regulators from using their flawed and misleading research results to pass laws and regulations that have severe effects on the prosperity and quality of life of their fellow citizens of the US and the world.

Recently, a new National Audit Office report indicated some # 3 billion in child maintenance arrears is considered «uncollectable» which has led to this amount being written off, potentially depriving thousands of children of a better quality of life.

The news source reported that excess body weight, high consumption of alcohol and other unhealthy behaviors can have a significant impact on the quality of a consumer's life as well as their premium payments.

A study out of Norway found that people who participated in cultural activities like joining a club reported lower levels of anxiety and depression as well as a higher quality of life.

According to our 2018 Best Places to Work report, reps find work / life balance, team building and collaboration, and a socially - responsible company among three of the most important qualities in an employer.

SUMMARY - Senior Quality Assurance Engineer / Functional Analyst with 10 + years of diverse experience in IT industry - 3 years of experience in financial industry specializing in solutions for OTC / Listed Derivatives Clearing, Central Counterparty Clearing Houses (CCP) workflows and reporting, Credit and Rates Products Risk calculations as well as electronic trading and FIX - Strong knowledge of Software Development Life Cycl...

The Chasm Group, LLC and Chasm Institute, LLC (San Bruno, CA) 1997 — 2008 Business Operations Manager • Managed all daily operational tasks for leading multi-million dollar high - tech market strategy consultancy, while providing executive administration to C - level executives and venture capital partners • Developed and managed the firm's annual budget, proposing and implementing expense cuts, producing monthly reports and financial statements, and coordinating with CPA firm for accurate and timely filings • Oversaw all client relationship management efforts while cultivating new business efforts from concept to implementation, providing high - quality service in sales efforts while utilizing new lead tracking system • Negotiated and managed all contracts, stock grants, and financing arrangements, working closely with outside counsel to draft legal documents and resolve LLC - and proprietary - related issues • Led three office space build - outs and two office relocations, managing all aspects of each process under aggressive timeline and budget expectations • Reduced firm telecom expenses by 22 % by streamlining IT objectives, including migration to VOIP phone system, software / hardware purchases, domain renewals, and outsourced technical support • Directed all phases of staff recruitment while creating and implementing all HR policies and programs, including comprehensive employee benefits plans • Supervised multiple administrative staff members, conducted performance appraisals and wage / salary surveys in comparison to incentive program guidelines, and maintained HR files in accordance with legal mandates • Produced all out - going client invoices in an accurate and timely fashion to increase, cash flow and reduce aging receivables, providing consistent attention to overhead costs and vendor arrangements • Administered all company insurance policies, including E&O, general liability, bonds, partner life and disability, conducting annual benefits reviews and employee / company insurance audits • Obtained necessary certificates for consulting contracts while processing federal, state, and local business reporting requirements to maintain licenses and incorporation status • Directed all marketing efforts and oversaw logistical aspects of national educational workshop series, utilizing sponsorship arrangements to offset production costs • Transformed «brochure» website into a dynamic tool to better illustrate company opportunities through relevant case studies, as well as maintaining all other promotional media, including press kits and video Association of California School Administrators (Burlingame, CA) 1993 — 1997 Issues and Planning Committee Coordinator • Executed all phases of event planning and implementation for a membership - driven organization including 23 state committees, 5 task forces, 6 strategic planning conferences, and a conference of 1,500 attendees • Focused on facility evaluations, bid requests, site visits, contract negotiations, and all pre - and post-conference planning processes • Produced statistical and financial reports, including budget projections and cost monitoring for developmental training efforts • Oversaw all participant - level responsibilities, including inquiries, eligibility, registration, correspondence, and billing statements • Managed all legal professional standards calls for Northern California regions, including the processing of attorney authorizations, the preparation of legal assistance letters, and liens on cause of action • Served as second point of contact for computer inquiries and troubleshooting efforts as well as provided back - up executive administrative support for Executive Director, Committee Chairs, and the State Superintendent of Public Instruction • Held responsibility for software installation and hardware configuration while performing weekly AS / 400 backup and report generation

Quality improvement patients reported higher mental health — related quality of life (measured as mean [SD] MCS - 12 score) compared with usual care patients (44.6 [11.3] vs 42.8 [12.9], P =.03), as well as greater satisfaction with mental health care (3.8 [0.9] vs 3.5 [1.0], P Quality improvement patients reported higher mental health — related quality of life (measured as mean [SD] MCS - 12 score) compared with usual care patients (44.6 [11.3] vs 42.8 [12.9], P =.03), as well as greater satisfaction with mental health care (3.8 [0.9] vs 3.5 [1.0], P quality of life (measured as mean [SD] MCS - 12 score) compared with usual care patients (44.6 [11.3] vs 42.8 [12.9], P =.03), as well as greater satisfaction with mental health care (3.8 [0.9] vs 3.5 [1.0], P =.004).

To measure the child's well - being, we used the PedsQL: parent report, 63 a generic health - related quality - of - life measure.

Tanriverdi et al 19 observed that fatigue and depression strongly influence the quality of life of individuals with MS. Recent studies have reported that depression and fatigue, as well as related disability and physical comorbidities, are associated with health - related quality of life in people with MS. 9 10 20 Future studies investigating the association between depression, health - related quality of life and fatigue in MS are necessary.

Future research may gain further by assessing even more specific aspects of visual function objectively (e.g., impairment in depth perception, extreme contrast or brightness sensitivity in addition to visual acuity as assessed in NSHAP) and subjectively (e.g., self - reported trouble with reading newspaper print and recognizing people at a small distance in addition to the global assessment of one's vision as assessed in NSHAP) in the study of the effects of vision on quality of life and the capacity of a good marriage to alter these effects.

Couple Premarital Behavior and Dynamics We examined 14 behaviors and dynamics related to the focal relationship as predictors of marital quality: age at marriage, length of relationship before marriage, whether the couple had a child or were pregnant together before marriage, whether they began their relationship with hooking up, whether the respondent had sexual relations with someone else while dating his / her future spouse or knew that his / her partner had, whether the respondent reported any physical aggression in the relationship before marriage, whether the couple cohabited before making a mutual commitment to marry, the degree to which the respondent reported sliding into living together vs. deciding to do so, whether the respondent perceived that he or she was more or less committed than the partner before marriage, whether the couple received premarital education, and whether the couple had a wedding, as well as how many people attended the wedding.

Female participants reported spending equal amounts of time with their partners both while their children lived at home and after, but they noted that the quality of that together time was better once the kids were out of the picture.

We have a strong reputation for providing high quality, ethical and evidence based psychological reports and therapies which aim to formulate difficulties in terms of the whole person and assist clients in finding the best way for them to improve the value and quality of their life.

Two randomized controlled trials demonstrated its efficacy (ie, significant improvement in BG monitoring adherence and HbA1c in the FT group compared with the standard care group [11,12], as well as increases in self - reported quality of life [13]-RRB-.

Next, partial correlations were performed to better understand the association between youth - reported BGM affect and glycemic control by controlling for the effects of youth - reported diabetes - specific family conflict and youth - reported psychosocial quality of life.

Cross-Sectional Regressions Predicting Caregiver - Reported Health Outcomes (Adherence and Quality of Life) From Youth - Reported Friendship Quality in Non-CF Best Friendships, Controlling for Age and Health Status

The association of CPI with adherence (as reported by both child and parent) as well as both generic and diabetes - specific quality of life (as reported by the child) lend support to its utility as a potential predictor of important diabetes outcomes.

A report by the Halifax bank has measured quality of life across the UK countryside and has scored South Oxfordshire the highest thanks to good health, happiness and long life expectancy.