Health
Q&A: How much is too much to drink?
People ask themselves—and search engines—how do I know if I am drinking too much alcohol?
Jun 26, 2023
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Page 3 - News tagged with medical guidelines
Gastroenterology
Guidelines developed for treating chronic idiopathic constipation
In a clinical practice guideline issued by the American Gastroenterological Association and the American College of Gastroenterology, and published online May 19 in the American Journal of Gastroenterology and Gastroenterology, ...
May 25, 2023
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Medical economics
Couples age 55 or older can soon contribute $10,000 a year to health savings accounts
New IRS guidance will allow older couples in the United States to contribute more than $10,000 to tax-free health savings accounts (HSA) next year.
May 22, 2023
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Pediatrics
Clinician reminders in EHRs improve asthma care
Asthma care reminders for clinicians improve patients' use of preventive medication and reduce caregiver's concerns about these medications, according to a new study. The findings will be presented at the Pediatric Academic ...
Apr 28, 2023
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Health
Meta-study finds close alignment on benefits of plant food groups for treatment and prevention of chronic disease
The results of a study published in Advances in Nutrition that compared dietary and nutrition recommendations from dozens of clinical practice guidelines around the world for treating, managing and preventing major chronic ...
Mar 27, 2023
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Cardiology
Cardiac arrest rate during delivery hospitalization 13.4 per 100,000
The rate of cardiac arrest during delivery hospitalizations is 13.4 per 100,000, with cardiac arrest occurring more often among older patients, non-Hispanic Blacks, and those with an underlying medical condition, according ...
Mar 14, 2023
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Overweight & Obesity
New guidance: Use drugs, surgery early for obesity in kids
Children struggling with obesity should be evaluated and treated early and aggressively, including with medications for kids as young as 12 and surgery for those as young as 13, according to new guidelines released Monday.
Jan 9, 2023
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Medications
Latest neuromuscular blockade guidelines to improve patient safety and satisfaction
The latest guidance in addressing proper monitoring and reversal of neuromuscular blockade drugs during general anesthesia—a major advance in patient safety and satisfaction—was published today in Anesthesiology.
Dec 15, 2022
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Oncology & Cancer
Study examines hesitation toward potential changes to bowel cancer surveillance
As doctors and researchers discuss whether to push recommended bowel cancer colonoscopy surveillance intervals out beyond five years, new research has found those at a higher risk of the disease would likely need to be convinced ...
Dec 7, 2022
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Health
One in ten Australian women report disrespectful or abusive care in childbirth
Having a baby can be an empowering experience when women are treated with kindness and respect.
Dec 6, 2022
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