Coprescribing Naloxone to Opioid Users Helps Reduce ER Visits
Finding supports naloxone prescriptions for patients taking opioids for chronic pain
Guidance Updated for Sedation of Pediatric Patients
Safe sedation needs a systematic approach, including medical supervision, pre-sedation assessment
Autologous Adipose-Derived Stromal Cells May Ease Knee OA
Single intra-articular injection of autologous adipose-derived stromal cells can improve pain, mobility
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
Misuse of Opioids Doubled in the United States Over a Decade
Over 4 percent of adults reported nonmedical use of drugs like OxyContin in 2012 to 2013
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
APCs, Doctors Order Low-Value Services With Similar Frequency
Similar frequency for antibiotics, CT and MRI, radiography, and referrals
CDC: Alternative Medicine a Booming Business in U.S.
More than $30 billion paid out-of-pocket for acupuncture, yoga, chiropractic care, supplements
