Small Practices Also at Risk for Data Breaches
Practices should conduct risk analysis to evaluate product deficiencies, create corrective measures
National Provider Identifiers Are Vulnerable to Theft
Providers can take steps to prevent NPI identity theft and resulting health care fraud
Strategy Outlined for Shooter Incident in Health Care Facility
Adhering to 'secure, preserve, fight' strategy recommended for areas with vulnerable patients
Advantages for HDHP Enrollees in Large Versus Small Firms
More than twice as many HDHP enrollees in small versus large firms lack employer-funded accounts
Similar Outcomes for Rural, Urban Cancer Patients in SWOG Trials
Few differences between rural, urban patients in cancer outcomes with uniform access to cancer care
Sentinel Lymph Node Mapping Most Cost-Effective for Uterine CA
Findings compared to routine, selective lymphadenectomy for low-risk endometrial cancer
Hypnosis Doesn’t Cut Post-Op Pain in Breast Cancer Surgery
Those who perceived that they received hypnosis had significantly reduced fatigue and anxiety
Pennsylvania Case Could Affect Evidence for Malpractice Defense
Appeals center on relevance of consent, known risks and complications presented at trial
Doctors Often Not Discussing Risk Factors With Patients
Few survey respondents say physicians speak with them about opioids, road traffic issues
Lumpectomy + Radiation May Cut Breast Cancer Mortality in DCIS
Lumpectomy, radiotherapy tied to reduction in breast cancer mortality versus lumpectomy, mastectomy
