Monthly Vitamin D Supplement May Not Cut Cancer Risk
High-dose monthly supplementation doesn't reduce risk of cancer among middle-aged and older adults
Walmart Generic Drug Discounts Often Offer More Patient Savings
Walmart drug program offers savings over Medicare program for generic cardiovascular medications
FDA Approves Tibsovo for Acute Myeloid Leukemia
Approved for adults with relapsed or refractory acute myeloid leukemia who have IDH1 mutation
Complementary Medicine Use Ups Refusal of Usual Cancer Therapy
Mortality risk linked to complementary medicine mediated by treatment refusal
Increased Coverage in States With Medicaid Expansion
Most low-income non-elderly adults in non-expansion state of Kansas support expanding Medicaid
Both High and Low Uric Acid Levels Tied to Higher Mortality
Association showed increased risk of all-cause, cardiovascular, and cancer death
Link for Asbestos-Free Talcum Powder, Cancer Not Clear
Studies conducted in people have mixed results, with some indication of increased risk of ovarian cancer
L-Glutamine Reduces Number of Pain Crises in Sickle Cell Disease
Significantly fewer pain crises, hospitalizations compared with those receiving placebo
Hand-Holding, Stress Ball Don’t Cut Anxiety in Skin CA Removal
No incremental anxiety reduction versus control in patients during excisional skin cancer surgery
Same-Day Appointment System Implemented in Health Network
Lessons learned include importance of matching the changing needs of patients, honoring the patient
