U.S. Leads in Income-Based Health Care Inequalities
More public tolerance for health care inequalities seen in United States than other countries
Lithium’s Risk to Fetus May Be Lower Than Previously Thought
Increased risk of cardiac defects seen, but magnitude of effect smaller than previously postulated
Severe Hypoglycemia Rates Have Equilibrated for DCCT Groups
Preceding episode of severe hypoglycemia deemed most powerful predictor of subsequent episodes
Many Bariatric Surgery Patients Using Opioids Seven Years Later
Hydrocodone most commonly used, followed by tramadol and oxycodone
CDC: High-Deductible Health Plan Use Rising Among Employers
These employees more likely to face financial barriers to care, researchers find
American Society of Clinical Oncology, June 2-6
The 53rd Annual Meeting of the American Society of Clinical Oncology The annual meeting of the American Society of Clinical Oncology...
Combo of Several Meds at Smaller Doses May Boost HTN Care
Researchers posit smaller doses of several drugs better than standard dose of just one medication
ASCO: SWOG Trials Have Had Considerable Impact on Cancer
Estimated 3.34 million life-years gained through 2015 from 23 positive SWOG treatment trials
ASCO: Industry Perks Influence Physicians’ Choice of Cancer Rx
Even relatively small payments appear to make a difference, researchers say
Lower HbA1c Linked to Better Diabetes-Specific HRQoL in Youth
Three diabetes management behaviors were significantly correlated with D-HRQoL
