U.S. Health Care Spending Up 4.6 Percent in 2018
Acceleration in overall growth driven by faster growth in private health insurance and Medicare
Low-Dose Aspirin May Cut Dementia Risk in Women With Diabetes
However, no effect seen for lowering dementia risk in men with type 2 diabetes
U.S. Primary Care Doctors Face Challenges in Coordinating Care
Substantial proportion of U.S. doctors do not get timely notifications, information needed from specialists
Effects of Omega-3 Fish Oil Mixed for ADHD Symptoms in Youth
Supplements may not improve cognitive symptoms in youth who have high endogenous EPA levels
Half of U.S. Physicians Recommend Complementary Health Approaches
Massage therapy, chiropractic adjustments, herbs and supplements are most commonly recommended
2016 to 2019 Saw Increase in Medical Students With Disabilities
Increases seen in psychological disabilities, chronic health conditions
Cancer Tied to Higher Risk for Deadly Stroke
Cancers of the breast, prostate, or colorectum most commonly associated with fatal strokes
2007 to 2014 Saw Decrease in U.S. Incidence of Alzheimer Disease
Incidence varied considerably by region, ranging from 0 to more than 3 percent across population areas in 2014
More Girls Admitted With Pediatric Multiple Sclerosis
Highest admission rate seen in southern part of U.S.; number of admissions highest for white children
Retail Prescription Drug Prices Fall for First Time in 45 Years
Decrease due to drops in generic drug prices and slow growth in the cost of brand-name medications
