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Alcohol consumption has neither harmful nor protective effects on the arteries of the heart

RSNA: No Evidence Moderate Alcohol Intake Aids Heart Health

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Researchers find no protective effect against coronary artery disease
In early November

As Prices Soar, ADA Calls for Access to Affordable Insulin

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American Diabetes Association asks Congress to investigate the matter
Preprogrammed doses of medications that can raise the risk of falls are often set too high for older hospital patients

E-Prescribing of High-Risk Drugs May Contribute to Falls in Elderly

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Study found 41 percent of medications that can increase drowsiness were set too high for seniors
For pediatric patients transported for an acute seizure

Recommended Tx Adherence Low in Pediatric Acute Seizure

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Lack of adherence to recommended care linked to increased risks of intubation and ICU admission
Medical bills for older U.S. cancer patients can cost one-quarter of their income or more if they have Medicare without supplemental insurance

Out-of-Pocket Cancer Costs High for Patients With Medicare Only

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Without supplemental insurance, out-of-pocket costs average 25 percent of annual earnings
Patients who've recently undergone surgery -- especially those with cancer or autoimmune diseases -- experience slightly higher risks of developing Guillain-Barré syndrome soon afterward

Link Found Between Surgery and Development of Guillain-Barré

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History of autoimmune disease or malignancy may predispose some patients
Older fallers have often been administered high-risk medications

Older Fallers Have Often Been Administered High-Risk Drugs

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High-risk medication frequently administered at doses higher than recommended
In a clinical report published online Nov. 28 in Pediatrics

AAP Urges Clinician Counseling of Safe Participation in Martial Arts

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Pediatric health care providers should support rule change to eliminate blows to the head
Pediatricians have a role in helping children deal with parental separation or divorce

Pediatricians Can Play a Role in Helping Children of Divorce

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Pediatricians should always be the child's advocate and try to maintain relationships with both parents
The benefit of screening mammography may continue with increasing age up until 90

RSNA: No Evidence for Age-Based Mammography Cut-Off

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Researchers find benefits for some women up to the age of 90