Gerontology & Geriatrics
How to find a caregiver: A guide
Choosing a caregiver for a loved one is a decision no one takes lightly.
Mar 23, 2023
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Medical economics
Prior authorization increases use of health care resources, physicians say
Almost two-thirds of physicians report that prior authorization results in increased utilization of health care resources (e.g., additional office visits and initial use of less effective therapy due to step therapy requirements), ...
Mar 16, 2023
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Medical economics
Medicaid health plans try to protect members—and profits—during unwinding
The federal COVID-19 pandemic protections that have largely prohibited states from dropping anyone from Medicaid since 2020 helped millions of low-income Americans retain health insurance coverage—even if they no longer ...
Mar 15, 2023
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Oncology & Cancer
Exploring better care for pregnant women with precancerous cervical cancer
Preliminary stages of cervical cancer occur mainly in women between 25 and 35 years of age. The main risk factor for developing cervical cancer is the human papillomavirus (HPV). Surgery is the treatment of choice. However, ...
Mar 15, 2023
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Medical economics
Study: Non-discriminatory state-level insurance can improve access to gender-affirming care
Implementation of a state-level insurance policy that prohibits discrimination based on gender identity or gender expression can increase access to gender-affirming surgical care, according to a new study by The Ohio State ...
Mar 14, 2023
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Health
Nigeria's cities are growing fast. Family planning must be part of urban development plans, says researcher
Nigeria is rapidly urbanizing, with more people living in urban areas than in rural communities. A recent World Bank estimate shows that 53% of the 213 million Nigerians live in urban areas. That's projected to rise above ...
Mar 13, 2023
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Genetics
Study supports genetic testing for people with cerebral palsy
A Geisinger meta-analysis of recent research on the genetics of cerebral palsy (CP) provides evidence that genetic testing should be offered as the standard of care for people with the disorder, similar to current recommendations ...
Mar 6, 2023
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Health
Eating healthy is the key to keeping pounds off
Shedding excess pounds is challenging, but it is only half the weight loss journey. After reaching a goal weight, patients must commit to healthy eating and other lifestyle changes that will keep off the pounds.
Mar 3, 2023
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Health
After criticism, FDA pledges to revamp its tobacco division
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration's heavily criticized tobacco program promised changes on Friday, including a five-year strategic plan to better outline priorities.
Feb 27, 2023
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Health
Study: To promote exercise, planners must look beyond cities
To encourage more active lifestyles, public health agencies recommend mixed-use neighborhoods and "complete" streets that are friendlier to walkers and bikers, but new Cornell University research finds that while those strategies ...
Feb 27, 2023
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