Plan suggested for reducing health care costs (HealthDay)—Health care costs can be reduced, with a nine-step plan suggested as a starting place, according to an article published in Medical Economics. May 17, 2017 0 0
Findings support more targeted approach to cholesterol screens (HealthDay)—The prevalence of elevated cardiovascular risk is low in normotensive, nonsmoking women younger than 50 years and men younger than 40 years, according to a study published online May 16 in the Annals of Internal ... May 17, 2017 0 1
Sunscreen 101 (HealthDay)—Many people make mistakes when using sunscreen that could increase their risk of skin cancer, a new study suggests. May 17, 2017 0 2
Hormone therapy not advised for preventing disease after menopause (HealthDay)—Using hormone therapy to prevent chronic health issues, such as heart disease and bone loss, in postmenopausal women may do more harm than good, the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) says. May 17, 2017 0 3
Multiple-site same-day cryolipolysis is safe, tolerated (HealthDay)—Multiple-site same-day cryolipolysis of the lower abdomen and flanks is safe and well tolerated for reduction of subcutaneous fat, according to a study published online May 2 in Lasers in Surgery and Medicine. May 17, 2017 0 0
Playgrounds aren't always all fun and games (HealthDay)—Playgrounds are supposed to be fun. But rusty bars, litter and poorly maintained equipment can make these seemingly kid-friendly zones downright dangerous, according to a group of emergency medicine physicians. May 17, 2017 0 0
For inflamed pancreas, eating right away may be best medicine (HealthDay)—Getting hospital patients with mild pancreatitis to start eating sooner may speed their recovery, a new study says. May 17, 2017 0 109
Pharmacist program can improve IFN-beta adherence in MS (HealthDay)—A pharmacist medication adherence program can improve adherence to interferon-beta (IFN-β) among patients with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis (RRMS), according to a letter to the editor published online ... May 17, 2017 0 0
Angela Bassett puts the spotlight on heart health (HealthDay)—Actress Angela Bassett has graced film and TV screens with a wide range of award-winning performances for decades. May 17, 2017 0 0
Around round of premium hikes brewing: blame Trump or Obama? Another year of big premium increases and dwindling choice is looking like a distinct possibility for many consumers who buy their own health insurance—but why, and who's to blame? May 17, 2017 0 0
