Report Quantifies Misdiagnosis of Dangerous Diseases in the United States
Total serious harms extrapolated to affect 795,000 in U.S., with 15 dangerous diseases accounting for half of serious harms
Major Drug Shortages Not Likely After Tornado Damages Pfizer Plant, FDA Says
Pfizer is working to repair the damage and mitigate any shortage of drugs made at the facility
Use of Manometer Can Reduce Endotracheal Tube Cuff Overinflation
Cuff overinflation seen in 59 percent of patients prior to intervention and in 36 percent after intervention
Exposure to Extreme Temperatures, Pollution Linked to MI Death
Study reveals significant synergistic interaction of heat wave and PM2.5 on myocardial infarction mortality
4.5 Percent of U.S. Adults Used Electronic Cigarettes in 2021
Dual use of cigarettes and e-cigarettes was more likely among those aged 18 to 24 and 25 to 44 years
Private Equity Ownership Tied to Higher Costs to Patients
Furthermore, review found mixed to harmful impacts on quality of care
Avoidable Hospital Admissions Increased With Health Care Disruption
Those whose access to health care was disrupted during COVID-19 have an increased risk for preventable admission
Fewer Physicians Working in Private Practice
AMA survey reveals more physicians are working in large group practices and as employees
Concerning CT Findings Increase Health Care Utilization With Low-Risk Pulmonary Embolism
However, no short-term adverse clinical outcomes seen for these patients versus low-risk patients without concerning findings
Adherence to Global Health Recommendations Cuts Risk for Some Cancers
Authors emphasize findings support maintaining healthy lifestyle
