Study Supports Smoking Cessation for Smokers of Any Age
Even patients quitting in their 60s can add years to their lives, researchers find
CDC: Fewer U.S. Families Struggling to Pay Medical Bills
More Americans are experiencing relief with medical bills, but gaps remain
AND: Vegetarian Diet a Healthy, Environmentally Sound Choice
These food plans are safe at all stages of life, Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics says
More HIV Patients Exhibiting Multidrug Resistance
Patients resistant to older medications also have problems with newer drugs
November 2016 Briefing – OBGYN & Women’s Health
Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in OBGYN & Women's Health for November 2016. This roundup...
Participation in Specific Sports Tied to Significant Health Benefits
Racquet sports, swimming, and aerobics tied to lower risk of early death in study
Dapivirine Vaginal Ring Can Help Prevent HIV-1 Infection
Findings among healthy, sexually active women from South Africa and Uganda
Frailty Screening Initiative Cuts Mortality After Surgery
Implementation of FSI reduces mortality, with greatest improvement seen among frail patients
No Link for Maternal Flu Infection, Increased ASD Risk
Suggestion of increased risk for children whose mothers were vaccinated in their first trimester
Heart-Healthy Habits Should Also Be Promoted to Low-Risk Patients
USPSTF encourages primary care professionals to individualize this counseling
