Cardiovascular Disease Mortality Progress Slowing Down in U.S.
Mortality rates dropped less than 1 percent from 2011 to 2014
Too Little, Too Much Sleep Can Impair Insulin Sensitivity in Men
However, similar association not found in women
Guidance Updated for Sedation of Pediatric Patients
Safe sedation needs a systematic approach, including medical supervision, pre-sedation assessment
End-of-Life Care Received Varies Based on Type of Disease
Cancer and dementia patients get more access to palliative care
Too Many Elderly, Terminal Patients Getting Unnecessary Tx
Doctors, caregivers must be able to better recognize when death is imminent and unavoidable
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
2017 Will Bring Premium Rate Increases Under ACA
Experts say increases will mostly affect people who get modest subsidies or no financial assistance
Early Antibiotic Treatment Can Be Beneficial in Cystic Fibrosis
Early treatment of Pseudomonas aeruginosa can eradicate bacteria, delay chronic colonization
CDC: FluMist Nasal Flu Vaccine Should Not Be Used 2016-2017
Research shows inactivated vaccine is the best way to protect children
