Cost of Zika Virus Outbreak in U.S. Could Be Very High
A mild outbreak might approach $200 million, while more severe spread could involve billions
BDNF Gene Mutation May Speed Up Memory Loss in Alzheimer’s
If β-amyloid plaques are present in the brain, process is even faster, researchers say
CMS Releases Resources to Help With Payment System
3 new resources help physicians participating in, considering Merit-based Incentive Payment System
Stair Walking Combats Fatigue Better Than Caffeine
A 10-minute climb can increase both fitness and motivation, researcher says
Poll: Many Americans Concerned About ACA Repeal
But, as has always been the case, support for the law depends on political affiliation
New Rx for Sleeping Pills Can Up Risk of Hip Fracture
New users of sleep aids have fracture rate 2.5 times greater than peers not taking these drugs
CDC: Mortality Rate for Black Americans Drops 25 Percent
But CDC report also found they're still more likely to die at an earlier age than whites
Vagus Nerve Stimulation Promising in Crohn’s Disease
Five of seven patients from pilot study were in deep remission at six-month follow-up
Half of U.S. Doctors Receive Payments From Industry
And, market share for brand-name drugs down at hospitals with sales restrictions
Hearing Tests May Miss Common Form of Hearing Loss
Audiogram can appear normal even with damage to inner hair cells
