Omega-3s Tied to Lower Risk of Fatal Coronary Heart Disease
Plant-based, seafood-based omega-3s associated with 10 percent lower risk of fatal CHD
Vaginal Pessary Beneficial in Pelvic Organ Prolapse
Improvements in prolapse symptoms and quality of life with pessary added to pelvic floor exercises
Health Care Workers’ Gloves Strong Source of Contamination
Clear evidence that gloves of health care workers contaminate hospital surfaces with bacteria
Patients Face High Hospital Bills Despite Having Insurance
Average out-of-pocket fee for privately insured adults topped $1,000 in 2013
Recommendations Developed for Managing Obstetric Lacerations
Application of warm compresses to perineum during pushing, reduction in episiotomy recommended
Candesartan Doesn’t Prevent Trastuzumab Cardiotoxicity
Cumulative incidence of cardiac events not significantly different with candesartan, placebo
High-Fiber Diet May Promote Healthy, Disease-Free Aging
Top fiber consumers were 79 percent more likely to remain fully functional and disease-free
2017 Will Bring Premium Rate Increases Under ACA
Experts say increases will mostly affect people who get modest subsidies or no financial assistance
Superior Hypogastric Plexus Block Beneficial After Hysterectomy
Ropivacaine linked to reduced postoperative opioid consumption, pain versus placebo
Pre-Op Breast MRI Affected by Patient Positioning
Prone position might introduce error
