Varying Safety of Add-On Second-Line T2DM Treatments
For patients taking metformin, TZD and DPP-4i linked to lower mortality, cardiovascular risks
Strategy Needed to Address Impending Physician Shortage
AAMC promotes multipronged approach including federal support, technology, care delivery changes
Prices for Care Rise Significantly As Multi-Hospital Systems Emerge
76 percent increase per hospital admission across all hospitals; greater increase in multi-hospital systems
Sleep-Disordered Breathing Ups Risk of Complications After PCI
Nightly breathing troubles may increase risk of heart attack, stroke following the coronary procedure
Potential Impact of Single-Payer Health Care Discussed
System could alleviate administrative burden, but may have trade-offs in terms of patient care
Pharmacist Involvement Can Improve Cardiovascular Care
Patients receiving pharmacists' care lowered their estimated future risk of cardiovascular disease
Four-Step Strategy Suggested for Boosting Practice Quality of Care
Plan-Do-Study-Act strategy includes developing initiatives, implementing plans, checking results
Just 15 Minutes of Exercise a Day Helps Seniors Live Longer
Researchers find even modest daily workouts make a difference for older adults
ADA: Liraglutide Lowers Risk for Cardiovascular Events in T2DM
Daily, injected medication shows 'encouraging' results in international trial
Several Heart Conditions Affected Differently by Alcohol
Alcohol may reduce myocardial infarction odds, but up likelihood of atrial fibrillation
