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Electronic Record Demands Are Overwhelming Many Physicians
Survey found those who have to use EHRs/CPOEs report more burnout, job dissatisfaction
Cancer Immunotherapy May Induce Arthritis, Sicca Syndrome
Findings with ipilimumab (anti-CTLA-4) and/or nivolumab (anti-PD-1) for solid tumors
Autologous Adipose-Derived Stromal Cells May Ease Knee OA
Single intra-articular injection of autologous adipose-derived stromal cells can improve pain, mobility
Health Care Workers’ Gloves Strong Source of Contamination
Clear evidence that gloves of health care workers contaminate hospital surfaces with bacteria
Patients Face High Hospital Bills Despite Having Insurance
Average out-of-pocket fee for privately insured adults topped $1,000 in 2013
2017 Will Bring Premium Rate Increases Under ACA
Experts say increases will mostly affect people who get modest subsidies or no financial assistance
APCs, Doctors Order Low-Value Services With Similar Frequency
Similar frequency for antibiotics, CT and MRI, radiography, and referrals
CDC: Alternative Medicine a Booming Business in U.S.
More than $30 billion paid out-of-pocket for acupuncture, yoga, chiropractic care, supplements
Tips Provided for Leveraging Social Media
Kevin Pho of KevinMD shares insights into social media use in health care
IV Lidocaine Has No Meaningful Impact in Fibromyalgia
No clinical manifestations for combination of lidocaine for four weeks with amitriptyline
