Over Half of U.S. Adults Have Diabetes or Prediabetes
And many don't know they're at risk, researchers say
Management, Treatment of Chronic Disease Up With ACA
Higher numbers of insured leading to more treatment of hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes
Post-Op Delirium Diminishes Recovery in Older Patients
Worse outcomes include increased hospital length of stay, disability, and mortality
Non-O Blood Group Tied to Higher CAD, MI Risk
Findings based on meta-analysis involving 10 studies, nearly 175,000 people
ACP Supports Expanded Role of Telemedicine for Health Care
Responsible telemedicine can take place when a physician-patient relationship has been established
Suggested Response Provided for In-Flight Medical Emergencies
Article offers tips for physicians providing emergency in-flight medical care
Social Distress ID’d in Minority of Colorectal Cancer Survivors
Strongest predictor of social distress is having three or more long-term conditions
Life Expectancy Increases Seen Worldwide
Data from 188 countries show average life expectancy is now about 71 years
Older Cancer Patients Heavily Use Health Care Services
Regardless of chemo intensity, palliative care, hospice rarely used with acute myeloid leukemia
Cardiovascular Risk Up After Knee, Hip Replacement
Odds highest in the month following the procedure
