Archive: 10/01/2017
Routine procalcitonin screening reduces hospital stays and costs for patients with sepsis
Each year, over $20 billion dollars is spent on sepsis care, making it the most expensive condition managed in U.S. hospitals. Sepsis does not only carry a heavy economic cost, but a human one as well. A dangerous and often ...
Jan 10, 2017
Americans more in control of their long-term care
The provision of long-term care in the U.S. has shifted from what was once a predominantly institutionally based system of care to one in which recipients can increasingly receive a range of both medical and supportive services ...
Jan 10, 2017
Two years and multiple doctors often needed to diagnose polycystic ovary syndrome
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is the most common endocrine disorder—and most common cause of infertility - affecting 9 to 18 percent of women around the world. Despite the prevalence of the complex and chronic condition, ...
Jan 10, 2017
Early Alzheimer's gene spells tragedy for patients, opportunity for science
Rosemary Navarro was living in Mexico when her brother called from California. Something wasn't right with their mom, then in her early 40s. She was having trouble paying bills and keeping jobs as a food preparer in convalescent ...
Jan 10, 2017
Rare condition creates unequal blood flow in triplets, twins
When Asmita and Prem Saggar learned Asmita was carrying triplets, they knew there was a potential for complications.
Jan 10, 2017
Acoustic neuroma: To treat or not to treat?
Dear Mayo Clinic: I was diagnosed with an acoustic neuroma last year. My doctor says I likely won't need treatment. But I know others who have had the same condition and had surgery to remove the tumor. Why would I not need ...
Jan 10, 2017
Women's wellness: pregnant later in life
Are you considering pregnancy after 35? Understand the issues for older mothers - and know what it takes to have a healthy pregnancy.
Jan 10, 2017