Sonal R. Desai

Passionate about process improvement, organizational research, data visualization, evaluation and CX. I retweet things I find interesting (RT≠endorsement)

[Harvard Health @HarvardHealth]

Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) is the best-known treatment for sleep apnea, a disorder that raises the risk of high blood pressure and other health problems. A new study suggests that using a mandibular advancement device (MAD) is just as effective as CPAP for reducing blood pressure in people with sleep apnea at risk for cardiovascular disease. #HarvardHealth

https://t.co/nGb8RTcCrX

[The Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute @PCORI]

Harnessing Patient-Centered CER To Improve Cardiovascular Health

Learn how PCORI-funded CER is helping address cardiovascular health through studies examining the effectiveness of aspirin for treating heart disease symptoms and more. https://t.co/9qQxB459FK

[JAMA @JAMA_current]

A growing movement seeks to ensure all clinicians are equipped to care for older adults.

Learn more about the push for universal #geriatrics training.

https://t.co/1VNeKBBulw

[Mayo Clinic @MayoClinic]

Researchers at #MayoClincMN are seeking individuals 20-45 years old to join a study to understand how chronic inflammation affects muscle function and response to exercise. Remuneration is offered. Learn more: https://t.co/XykSokkVBZ

[American College of Cardiology @ACCinTouch]

Use #CardioSmart’s latest infographic on respiratory infections to talk to your patients about 5️⃣ ways to protect their heart this flu season.

Explore additional resources on the 🆕 Respiratory Infections and Your Heart hub ➡️ https://t.co/K5r1O6HBPT

#FightFlu

[JAMA @JAMA_current]

Superficial vein thrombosis is a condition in which blood clots develop within the superficial veins, typically in the legs or arms.

This JAMA Patient Page describes its risk factors, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments.

https://t.co/8vygxLmQDt

[American College of Cardiology @ACCinTouch]

👀 Top 🔟 New Guidelines & Clinical Policy Articles of 2025: https://t.co/N70WjN5xrX

1️⃣ ACC/AHA High BP Guideline
2️⃣ ACC/AHA #cvACS Guideline
3️⃣ ACC/AHA #ACHD Guideline
4️⃣ Concise Clinical Guidance on Cardiogenic Shock
5️⃣ Concise Clinical Guidance on Pericarditis
➕ More!

[JAMA @JAMA_current]

Clinicians can enhance patient understanding by using numerical data instead of verbal probabilities, consistent denominators, absolute risk comparisons, and clear context for unfamiliar data types.

https://t.co/KiransABeb

[Eric Topol @EricTopol]

The #1 cause of death in women is heart disease. A new report makes the case for treating women with statins who have a high inflammation marker (hs-CRP) but no traditional risk factors https://t.co/EUbnrb3TtN

[JAMA @JAMA_current]

New research indicates that #COVID19 and #flu can awaken dormant cancer cells, and there could be implications for cancer survivors. https://t.co/2AY2gib4o6

[AMA @AmerMedicalAssn]

Cutting the time your physicians have to spend on the EHR can help cut burnout—and earn AMA recognition for your organization’s efforts. How others have done it. https://t.co/kOCHqH1h9y

[JAMA @JAMA_current]

📢 ICYMI: This review on #cervicalcancer highlights the latest on #HPV pathophysiology and cervical cancer prevention.

📌 Cite it: https://t.co/jVdqW2FMCG

[SanDiegoCounty @SanDiegoCounty]

Finding a certified farmers’ market near you is now easier than ever. The County launched a new interactive website that helps you pinpoint locations, dates, times and much more.
https://t.co/0Rjb09ZX1K

[Lindsay Betzendahl @ZenDollData]

When I saw @FlerlageKev’s variable offset label idea, it got my wheels turning. I’ve always disliked how labeling stacked bar charts (particularly the 100% total kind) is basically impossible. I had to replicate image 1 and I really wanted a dynamic solution in ONE worksheet. The solution is image 2. What do you think? Is there utility in this? #tableau #dataviz #datafam

[JAMA @JAMA_current]

Lowering the colorectal cancer screening age to 45 is supported by similar adenoma detection rates between those aged 45 to 49 and those aged 50 to 54, with slightly lower prevalence in the younger group.

https://t.co/SEhtBBROZH

@jeffleemd

[AMA @AmerMedicalAssn]

As more people aged 45-49 are getting screened for colon cancer, more early stage diagnoses are being made. Believe it or not, this is actually good news - early detection means it's very likely to be curable. https://t.co/r2LSAKoEW1

[AMA @AmerMedicalAssn]

What career phase is least likely to feel burned out?

Data shows burnout can vary with the number of years a physician has been in practice. Burnout rates are lowest among physicians who are how many years post-training?

➡️ 1–5 years
➡️ 11–15 years
➡️ 20 or more years

https://t.co/BnUXlq5po8

[Eric Topol @EricTopol]

Yes. The time is now.
Vaccines to treat and prevent cancer.
https://t.co/Q8y0nc7rAs

[American Heart Association @American_Heart]

It’s hard to feel sad or stressed with all this cuteness. We have science to prove it! Pets help raise their owners’ fitness levels, improve blood pressure, cholesterol and blood sugar levels, and boost overall happiness and well-being.

[JAMA @JAMA_current]

Type 2 diabetes affects up to 14% of the global population.

This Review discusses the diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis of adults with type 2 diabetes.

#ADASCiSessions @ADA_DiabetesPro

https://t.co/na2jEmaefE