May 2018 Briefing – Ophthalmology
Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in Ophthalmology for May 2018. This roundup includes the latest...
Multisensory Interventions Cut Pain in Preterm Infant Eye Exams
Combo of topical anesthetic plus sweet taste cuts pain response in preterm infants
ASHP: SVP, Injectable Opioid Shortages Threaten Patient Care
98.4 percent of respondents report moderate, severe shortages of morphine, hydromorphone, fentanyl
ASHP: SVP, Injectable Opioid Shortages Threaten Patient Care
98.4 percent of respondents report moderate, severe shortages of morphine, hydromorphone, fentanyl
FDA Approves First Artificial Iris
CustomFlex Artificial Iris improves light sensitivity and glare, cosmetic appearance of the eye
Global Variation in Personal Health Care Access and Quality
Highest performance in Iceland, lowest in Central African Republic, with variation in rate of progress
Congress Approves Bill Expanding Private Care for VA Patients
New bill would open up access to private doctors for veterans
CDC: No Change in Level of Uninsured in U.S. in 2017
Five percent of children uninsured in 2017, 41.3 and 55.0 percent had public and private coverage
Semaglutide Found to Be Effective Against Type 2 Diabetes
The once-weekly glucagon-like peptide 1 receptor agonist cuts HbA1c, body weight
Language Used in Medical Record Can Affect Patient Care
Stigmatizing language may transmit bias, influence trainees' attitudes
