Assessing, Improving Patient Satisfaction Cuts Malpractice Risk
Patient satisfaction can be improved by reducing long wait times, improving communication
Many U.S. Adults View Marijuana Use Positively
81 percent believe marijuana has at least one benefit; 91 percent believe it has at least one risk
Tools, Methods of RCTs Can Be Adapted to Real-World Settings
3 options described for applying approaches used in randomized controlled trials to real-world data
Prevalence of Depression 4.4 Percent Among Dads of Infants
Overall, 4.4 percent of fathers attending well-child care visits screened positive for depression
HerbList App Launched to Provide Information on Herbal Products
NIH app provides scientific, research-driven info on safety, side effects, herb-drug interactions
Child Health Concerns Related to Use of Food Additives
Substantial improvements to food additives regulatory system are needed
VA MISSION Act May Up Costs, Lower Vet Health Care Quality
VA will have greater reliance on private sector care, which may not improve health status of veterans
Salmonella Spurs Recall of Swiss Rolls, Bread
No illnesses have been reported in connection with the recalled rolls and bread to date
Physicians and Practices Should Prepare for Emergencies
Helpful strategies include developing a plan, knowing who will implement the plan, and staying flexible
Parents’ Childhood Affects Their Children’s Behavioral Health
Adverse childhood events for parents, especially mothers, affects kids' emotional well-being
