CDC: Hepatitis C Leads Infectious Disease Mortality in U.S.
CDC notes that nearly 20,000 Americans died in 2014 from hepatitis C infection
Catheter Ablation Tops Escalation of Antiarrhythmic Meds
Findings in patients with ischemic cardiomyopathy, ICD with ventricular tachycardia despite meds
Sleep Apnea May Raise A-Fib Risk in Patients With Pacemakers
Doctors need to be diligent about monitoring for sleep apnea in pacemaker patients
Eyeglass Device May Benefit Those With Low Vision
Device scans text, relays audio version to wearer's ear
New Rule Extends FDA Authority Over Tobacco, Nicotine Products
Agency banning the sale of electronic cigarettes to minors
Pediatric Academic Societies, April 30-May 3
The Pediatric Academic Societies Annual Meeting The annual meeting of the Pediatric Academic Societies was held from April 30 to May 3 in...
Laparoscopic Antireflux Sx May Provide Added Benefits in GERD
Lasting reduction in esophageal acid reflux with LARS and esomeprazole; greater reduction with LARS
Price Transparency Tool Doesn’t Cut Health Care Spending
Small percentage of eligible employees used the tool when offered
Herpes Simplex Virus Linked to Frailty, Mortality
Only HSV-2 independently predicts five-year mortality risk in older women aged 70 to 79 years
CDC: Behavioral Therapy Recommended First for ADHD
Parents of young children with ADHD can help them improve through guidance
