Spironolactone No Benefit for Knee OA in Older Adults
No improvements seen in symptoms, physical function, or health-related quality of life
Meds to Treat Opioid Addiction Significantly Underused
In 2013, just 17 percent were given medications like naltrexone after hospital discharge
Many Still on Opioids Six Months After Total Joint Arthroplasty
Study findings highlight growing epidemic
Low Glycemic Index Diet Linked to Drop in Uric Acid Levels
Reducing glycemic index lowers uric acid levels, regardless of percentage of carbohydrates in diet
Patients Like to See Physicians Wearing White Coats
Patients prefer doctors who wear 'professional' attire, survey finds
Premenstrual Estrogen Levels Drop More Rapidly in Migraineurs
More rapid estrogen decline may make women vulnerable to common migraine triggers
AMA Module Promotes Training of Medical Assistants
Module contributed by medical group in New Jersey includes interactive learning, eliminates testing
May 2016 Briefing – Pain Management
Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in Pain Management for May 2016. This roundup includes the...
CVD Risk Appears to Be Increased in Women With Migraine
Researchers say it should be considered independent risk factor for future cardiovascular events
AHRQ Communication Toolkit Can Help After Patient Harm Occurs
Toolkit helps patients, families, clinicians, and administrators discuss what happened
