American journal of preventive medicine
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Ladder use is involved in many occupational and non-occupational activities. Falls from ladders can result in serious injury and affect people of all ages. The purpose of this study was to comprehensively examine nonfatal ladder-related injuries on a national level. ⋯ Given the 50% increase in ladder-related injuries during the study period, the relatively high likelihood of hospital admission, and the predominance of injuries in non-occupational settings, increased efforts are needed to prevent ladder-related injuries.
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Aspirin is effective for the primary and secondary prevention of cardiovascular events, but its use has been suboptimal. ⋯ Aspirin use is low, even among patients at increased risk. Better provider-patient communication about aspirin prevention is associated with greater use, and should be a target for future interventions.