CDC: Injuries Cost $671 Billion in the United States in 2013
Accidents and violence the driving forces, CDC officials report
Angioedema Induced by New Classes of Drugs
Angioedema occurs with DPP IV or neprilysin blockers; bradykinin contribution seems likely
Legal Cases for Soft-Tissue Fillers Mainly Involve Physicians
Half of legal actions result from non-physician performing the procedure
Review: Sweetened Drinks May Affect Cardiovascular Health
Added sugars raise risk of myocardial infarction, cardiovascular disease, and stroke
More Evidence Daily Aspirin May Protect Against GI Cancer
Four-year study found survival doubled for GI cancer patients who took low-dose pill each day
Medical Costs Increasing for Smokers Who Develop PAD
More likely to be hospitalized for atherosclerosis, acute myocardial infarction, coronary heart disease
Young Children at Risk of Head Injuries From Falling Televisions
Three-fourths of injuries occurred when children weren't closely supervised, study finds
Cranial Nerve Stimulation Shows Promise As Sleep Apnea Tx
For some, it might work better than continuous positive airway pressure
Intermediate Care Billing Rose From 1996 to 2010
Fewer organ failures, less mechanical ventilation, lower 30-day death for intermediate vs ICU billing
Many Pulmonologists Under-, Over-Screen With LDCT
Under-screeners more likely to cite potential harms as influential factors, less influenced by evidence
