Differences in Cancer Survival by Type of Insurance
Survival up in patients with private insurance, Medicare; no change or drop with other, no insurance
ACC Guides Treatment of Bleeding With Oral Anticoagulation
Pathway supports clinician decision making during management of patients with bleeding complications
Almonds With/Without Chocolate May Improve Lipid Profiles
Findings based on a small study assessing diet combinations in overweight people
November 2017 Briefing – Geriatrics
Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in Geriatrics for November 2017. This roundup includes the latest...
Storage in Dose Administration Aids Doesn’t Affect Warfarin
Repackaging of warfarin sodium tablets into dose administration aids doesn't affect chemical stability
Magnesium Boosts Environmental Enrichment in Alzheimer’s
Combination of EE, magnesium-L-threonate more effective than either treatment alone in mouse model
Leaving the House Tied to Lower Mortality Risk in Seniors
In adults aged 70 to 95, going out more often is linked to higher survival rates versus rarely leaving
Mortality Up for Some Cancers in Urban-Dwelling Native Americans
Urban American Indians and Alaskan Natives with cancer have significantly higher comorbidity burden
Severe Hypoglycemia a Potent Marker of Cardiovascular Risk
Findings based on long-term follow-up of patients with diabetes
Most Older Adults Willing to Play Game to Monitor Vision
More than 90 percent of participants reported using personal electronic device; over half play games
