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CDC Launches Campaign to Fight Prescription Opioid Epidemic
Rx Awareness campaign uses testimonials to educate the public, increase awareness about risks
Tibetan Yoga Improves Sleep Quality During Chemo
Long-term benefits seen for those who practice at least two times a week
Worker Contribution to Health Benefits Up in 2017
Share of firms offering coverage, workers receiving coverage remained stable
APOE Allele Type Tied to Mortality Risk
No racial difference in the association between these alleles and mortality
Few Older Patients Aware of Deprescribing
Although the majority surveyed are aware of medication harms
Montelukast Associated With Nightmares, Depression
Odds of depression, aggressive behavior, suicide ideation, nightmares, headaches all increased
Specific Efforts May Aid Quality of Life for Schizophrenia Caregivers
Supportive interventions would cut affiliate stigma, enhance family-centered care
Insurer Market Power Lowers Providers’ Prices
Evidence seen for specialists in markets with high provider, insurer concentration
Magnesium Levels Tied to Dementia Risk
Both too high and too low of levels tied to increased dementia risk
ACP Does Not Support Legalization of Assisted Suicide
Legalization would affect trust in the patient-physician relationship, and in the medical profession
