Americans Spend More on Health Care, but Fare Worse
Comparison with 12 industrialized nations shows more money spent, but life expectancy is lowest
Many Doctors Struggle With Treating Cryptogenic Stroke
Between 51 and 70 percent of survey respondents say they do not feel confident
Dying at Home Brings More Peace Without More Pain
Patients and loved ones find greater comfort spending final days together in familiar place
Carotenoids Help Reduce the Risk of Advanced AMD
However, no link found between carotenoids and the risk of intermediate AMD
IDSA: Infections May Be the Underlying Cause of Many Falls
Illness can lower blood pressure, lead to dizziness, researchers say
Prognostic Disclosure Improves Life Expectancy Estimates
Prognostic disclosure linked to more realistic patient expectations in advanced cancer
Low Income, Minority Status Affect Medical Care Wait Times
Education also plays a role, with lower education levels associated with longer wait times
Guidelines Developed for Managing Conflicts of Interest
Core principles developed for managing COIs during the clinical practice guideline development process
USPSTF Recommends CRC Screening for 50- to 75-Year-Olds
Grade A recommendation for 50- to 75-year-olds; individualized decision urged for those age 76 to 85
California Governor Signs Right-to-Die Bill Into Law
Physicians can now prescribe life-ending drugs to terminally ill
