Research Measures Perceptions of Physician Compassion
Patients perceive higher level of compassion among physicians who provide a more optimistic message
Acetaminophen Risks May Be Underestimated
Researchers call for a new systematic review of acetaminophen's effectiveness and safety
February 2015 Briefing – Rheumatology
Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in Rheumatology for February 2015. This roundup includes the latest...
Hospital Design Has Little Effect on Patient Satisfaction
Aesthetics aren't as important as care from doctors, nurses, and staff, researchers note
Distinct Immune Changes Seen in Patients With Chronic Fatigue Sx
Researchers saw evidence only in first three years of disease; findings could lead to early test
AMA: Key Steps for Minimizing Liability Risk in Telemedicine
Include defining minimum requirement necessary for establishing doctor-patient relationship
Knee OA One Year Post-ACL Reconstruction Common
Tibiofemoral and patellofemoral MRI-OA evident in substantial number of patients in post-surgery knee
Quality of Care Lacking for ESRD in Lupus Nephritis
Minority race/ethnicity and lack of private insurance associated with inadequate care in U.S.
Noncancer Pain Patients Commonly Use Benzodiazepines
High prevalence of benzodiazepine use is inconsistent with guidelines
Chikungunya Virus Infection Can Mimic Rheumatoid Arthritis
Researchers urge good travel histories of patients by physicians
