Excessive FDA Regulation Driving High Drug Prices
First-in-class drugs are fast-tracked while follow-on drugs can take up to 15 years to be approved
CDC: Renal Failure From Diabetes Declining in Native Americans
Diabetes-related kidney failure down by 54 percent over two decades
Global Rates of Hypertension on the Rise
And health risks may appear even at levels once considered safe, researchers contend
Tobacco Control Plays Key Role in Saving Both Lives and Dollars
Higher prices, taxes would deter smoking and generate income, WHO and others say
Many Families Find High Health Care Deductibles Burdensome
Studies suggest significant out-of-pocket costs may harm low-income and chronically ill patients
Migraineurs May Face Higher Risk of Stroke After Surgery
The risk is small, but concerning, researchers say
Novel Diet Can Help Children With Crohn’s, Colitis Find Relief
Eating plan focuses on natural, non-processed foods, such as fruits, veggies, and nuts
Care Can Be Compromised When Parents Offend Pediatric Staff
Doctors, nurses made worse decisions when confronted by 'an angry mother,' study finds
High Dietary Red Meat Intake Tied to Diverticulitis in Men
No association seen between poultry or fish and the risk of diverticulitis
USPSTF Reaffirms Endorsement of Prenatal Folic Acid Supplements
Women of childbearing age should take 400 to 800 µg daily, Task Force recommends
