Many Advanced Cancer Patients Lack Info About Their Disease
Just one in 20 terminally ill people understood their prognosis, researchers say
Health Coaches Can Help Increase Patient Engagement
In Asian community health center patients understand their treatment and are actively engaged
DDW: Eating Some Solid Foods May Be OK Before Colonoscopy
Low-residue diet leads to improved bowel prep, more rested patients
Behavioral Interventions Seem Safe, Beneficial for Infant Sleep
Two long-recommended methods seem effective and bring no psychological harm
AAP Recommends at Least One Full-Time Nurse in Every School
Children's health needs are increasingly complex, requiring more time and expert care
Women Battling Cancer Need More Fertility Preservation Info
Two-thirds said they would've liked more advice on preserving ability to have children
Lifestyle Factors Can Significantly Affect Cancer Mortality
Four key lifestyle factors include weight, exercise, no smoking, and limiting alcohol
Fitbit Heart Monitors ‘Highly Inaccurate,’ Study Says
But Fitbit manufacturer challenges the study results
Nonexperts Can Be Trained to Interpret RHD Echocardiograms
Short computer course can train nonexperts to interpret rheumatic heart disease screening ECGs
Two New Drugs Added to Heart Failure Clinical Practice Guideline
Heart groups issue updated guideline for the treatment of heart failure
