Lung cancer screening could save lives, but experts say consider possible harms
There is much to commend about Australia's lung cancer screening program, which started on July 1.
Jul 3, 2025
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Health Services: News and Research on Medical Overuse
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UK report sees patients and professionals call for more inclusive, accessible medicines research and care
A major new report into the lifecycle of medicines in the U.K. is published today (23 June 2025), which offers fresh insight into how medicines can better meet the needs of the people who develop, prescribe, and take them.
Jun 23, 2025
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National audit reveals key strengths and opportunities for medication oversight in Australian aged care
A new national audit led by Monash University has shed light on how medication use is governed in Australian residential aged care, revealing wide variation in the structure and function of Medication Advisory Committees ...
May 26, 2025
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Alzheimer's: Certain combinations of prescription drugs may slow progression of disease, according to mice study
Millions of older adults take five or more prescription drugs every day to manage chronic illnesses. While polypharmacy is often necessary, this practice has also been linked to many negative health outcomes in older adults—including ...
May 6, 2025
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Assertive pharmacists can play key role in minimizing unnecessary drug prescriptions
Assertiveness—a communication style that involves frank self-expression while respecting others—is considered a teachable skill and has been regarded as useful in improving the safety of medical care. Researchers at the University ...
Apr 9, 2025
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Exercise shown to reduce falls in elderly women with polypharmacy
An exercise intervention aimed at elderly women was successful at reducing falls, especially among those with polypharmacy, a new study from the University of Eastern Finland and Kuopio University Hospital shows. The results ...
Mar 11, 2025
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What's the difference between aging and frailty? One is inevitable—the other is not
Aging is a normal part of the life course. It doesn't matter how many green smoothies you drink, or how many "anti-aging" skin care products you use, you can't stop the aging process.
Feb 12, 2025
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Independent pharmacies know their communities, but many are struggling to stay open
Barnes Drug Store is an independent pharmacy in the south Georgia town of Valdosta that's been serving the community for a century. The family-run business used to have six pharmacies. It now has just one.
Jan 22, 2025
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Why seeing the same doctor could save your life
Seeing the same GP each time has its advantages, and it is more important than it may seem. A milestone review examining 1.4 million patients worldwide found that those who do not see the same doctor regularly are more likely ...
Jan 6, 2025
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Taking five or more medications daily can negatively impact older adults with Alzheimer's disease or related dementias
Polypharmacy, commonly defined as taking five or more medications daily, is a significant health care concern impacting over 30% of older adults. It is associated with poor health outcomes like falls, medication interactions, ...
Oct 30, 2024
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