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Two experimental therapies show promise in management of Crohn's disease.

Two New Strategies Show Promise in Treating Crohn’s Dz

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Stem cells, fecal transplants show promise but more research needed
For patients with cardiomyopathy

ACEi/ARB Use Lowers Incidence of Appropriate ICD Shock

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Lower incidence of appropriate implantable cardiac defibrillator shock in patients with cardiomyopathy
An innovative interdisciplinary program

Art Program Hones Med Students’ Visual Observation Skills

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Students become better at observation and appreciate the importance of communication
Most physicians have barely begun to deal with issues relating to documentation associated with the transition to the International Classification of Diseases

Many Doctors Haven’t Started Dealing With ICD-10 Revision

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Tips to ease transition include contacting vendors and health plans, improving documentation
Significantly more adults in Florida and Texas struggle to pay medical bills or pay off medical debt over time compared with residents of New York and California

Medical Debt Burden Higher in Texas, Florida

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California and New York fully expanded Medicaid coverage under ACA, but Texas and Florida did not
Children with neurological disorders such as epilepsy or cerebral palsy are at increased risk for complications from the flu

Children With Neuro Disorders Need Flu Vaccine, May Not Get It

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Children with neurological conditions more likely to develop flu-related complications
Stroke patients are at significantly increased risk of suicide

Higher Risk of Suicide Seen in Stroke Survivors

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Danger is greatest in first two years after stroke, Swedish researchers say
Topiramate (Topamax) used for migraine headaches has been linked to increased odds of eating disorders in some teens. The report was published online April 6 in Pediatrics.

Migraine Medication Linked to Eating Disorders in Teens

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Case reports don't prove the medicine caused problems, however
The incidence of melanoma is falling among American children

Cases of Melanoma Declining in U.S. Children

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Researchers credit better education on risk of UV rays, changes in children's play
A mindfulness program appears to be beneficial for patients with chronic pain

Mindfulness Program Beneficial for Chronic Pain

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Significant effect on primary outcome measure of the Short Form-36 vitality scale