A randomized Phase II trial of High Dose-Rate (HDR) and Low Dose-Rate (LDR) brachytherapy as monotherapy in localized prostate cancer: analysis of initial arms of Canadian cancer trials group PR19 (NCT02960087).

Purpose/objectives: Low Dose-Rate Brachytherapy (LDR) and High Dose-Rate Brachytherapy (HDR) are options for favorable risk prostate cancer. We hypothesized that HDR provides comparable disease control with less urinary toxicity. Primary objective was to determine prostate cancer control at 48 months, defined as a PSA < 0.

Evaluating the Longitudinal Impact of Mental Health First Aid Training on Student Pharmacist Perceptions.

Objective: To assess the longitudinal impact of Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training on student pharmacists' perceptions of stigma, comfort, confidence, and willingness to intervene with someone experiencing a mental health issue over time.

Methods: Students in a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) program completed MHFA training as a curricular requirement and were surveyed to gather perceptions six months after the training. Survey data was analyzed in combination with two separate surveys conducted immediately before and after the training during a previous project.

Imaging Valence Electron Rearrangement in a Chemical Reaction Using Hard X-Ray Scattering.

We have observed the signatures of valence electron rearrangement in photoexcited ammonia using ultrafast hard x-ray scattering. Time-resolved x-ray scattering is a powerful tool for imaging structural dynamics in molecules because of the strong scattering from the core electrons localized near each nucleus. Such core-electron contributions generally dominate the differential scattering signal, masking any signatures of rearrangement in the chemically important valence electrons.

Comprehensive Rehabilitation for Autosomal Dominant Retinitis Pigmentosa: A Case Report.

A 62-year-old female with retinitis pigmentosa presented for a low vision rehabilitation evaluation. An updated spectacle prescription, filters, and task lighting were beneficial, but the patient was left with outstanding needs. She noted that she had lost her independence and felt trapped within her own home with nobody around who could fully understand her situation.