Large Increase Seen in Insulin Use, Out-of-Pocket Costs for Type 2 Diabetes
Main Points: Largely attributable to the widespread adoption of insulin analogs, use of insulin among patients with type 2 diabetes
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Analysis shows cancer center ads heavy on emotion, light on information
Main Point: Emotional reactions to cancer center consumer advertisements may lead to unrealistic expectations and inappropriate treatments, according to an
Read moreChildren With Cochlear Implants at Risk for Deficits in Executive Function
Main Point: Children who receive cochlear implants (CI) to help alleviate severe to profound hearing loss are at greater risk
Read moreHome-based walking program eases clogged leg arteries
Main Points: A home-based exercise program helped people with clogged leg arteries walk farther and faster. Supervised exercise for PAD
Read moreStudy Examines Effect of Intervention to Increase Blood Flow During and After Major Surgery
Main Points: In a study that included high-risk patients undergoing major gastrointestinal surgery, the use of a cardiac-output guided intervention
Read moreLonger Echocardiographic screening intervals are better for detecting heart issues
Main Points: Less frequent echocardiographic screening of childhood cancer survivors is effective for detecting asymptomatic left ventricular dysfunction (ALVD) and
Read moreElectronic Monitoring Documents Lack of Medication Adherence in Patients with Glaucoma
Main Point: Electronic monitoring to measure medication adherence by patients with glaucoma documented that a sizable number of patients did
Read moreDispatcher-assisted CPR increases survival among children
Main Points: Children who suffer cardiac arrest outside the hospital are more likely to survive with good brain function
Read moreViral hepatitis remains a major health concern in the U.S.
Main Point: Experts comment on HHS 2014-2016 Viral Hepatitis Action Plan. Published in: Annals of Internal Medicine Study Further: Untreated
Read moreNew guidelines aim to improve care for babies with heart problems in the womb
Main Points: Heart experts have developed the first scientific statement on detecting, managing and treating heart abnormalities in the womb.
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