Medicare May Soon Cover Diabetes Prevention Program
Expanding program within Medicare could save $2,650 over 15 months per beneficiary
FDA Wants Generic Opioids to Be Abuse-Deterrent
One more step to combat the epidemic of opioid abuse
ACC: Dying Patients Not Aware They Can Be Spared ICD Shocks
Many unaware that implantable defibrillator can be turned off in final days
Esophageal Rupture Described After Drinking PEG Solution
Case report describes 71-year-old man with severe epigastralgia and dyspnea after drinking PEG
Diet High in Vitamin C May Help Delay Cataract Formation
Key is to get the nutrient from foods rather than a supplement, researchers say
Report of Bone Marrow/Liver Pathology Caused by Syphilis
Case study describes 65-year-old patient with late-latent syphilis with normocytic anemia
SSRIs Do Not Appear to Increase Cardiovascular Risk
Fluoxetine actually seems to protect against myocardial infarction, researchers say
Number of Seniors Mixing Medications, Supplements Rising
Many do not tell their doctors, putting them at risk for dangerous drug interactions
Stress Management Could Help Optimize Cardiac Rehab
When added to recovery regimen, fewer patients had heart attacks, strokes, or died
Mindful Meditation Technique May Help Ease Chronic Low Back Pain
Researchers find it more effective than cognitive behavioral therapy and usual care
