Many Doctors Prescribe Opioids for Longer Than CDC Advises
While 99 percent exceed the recommended three-day dosage limit, a quarter write Rx for a full month
Transcranial Stimulation May Ease Symptoms of Anorexia
Depression treatment cut urge to restrict food, researchers say
Surgeons With >25 Cases a Year Optimal for Thyroid Removal
Risk of complications 87 percent higher when case load is one thyroidectomy case a year
Exercise May Not Benefit Lungs of Seniors With Mobility Issues
Physical activity tied to higher likelihood of respiratory hospitalization
Growth Differentiation Factor 15 Levels Linked to CAD
Serum levels significantly increased in coronary artery disease patients versus healthy controls
ACC: Dying Patients Not Aware They Can Be Spared ICD Shocks
Many unaware that implantable defibrillator can be turned off in final days
FDA Wants Generic Opioids to Be Abuse-Deterrent
One more step to combat the epidemic of opioid abuse
Medicare May Soon Cover Diabetes Prevention Program
Expanding program within Medicare could save $2,650 over 15 months per beneficiary
Boston Children’s Hospital Unveils Novel ACL Repair Method
Preliminary study assessed the safety of the technique
ACC: Mammograms May Also Help Identify Cardiovascular Disease
The breast screening test compared well to heart CT scans, researchers say
