(HealthDay)—The prevalence of traumatic brain injury (TBI) is 2.5 percent among U.S. children, and TBI is associated with several health conditions, according to a study published online Sept. 24 in JAMA Pediatrics.
Sep 28, 2018
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People with atherosclerosis, particularly those who earn a low income and have other socioeconomic disadvantages, are more likely to experience food insecurity than those without the condition, according to new research.
Dec 1, 2020
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The price of insulin has increased in the United States, with the burden of out-of-pocket (OOP) costs rising considerably among uninsured individuals, according to a study published online Feb. 7 in the Journal of Diabetes.
Feb 27, 2023
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(HealthDay) -- Screening people at high risk for lung cancer could be at least as cost-effective as screening for breast, colorectal and cervical cancers, a new study suggests.
Apr 9, 2012
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Nine months after giving birth, Caitlin Martin is still waiting to bring her son home from the hospital.
Nov 5, 2023
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A safe and effective medication designed to prevent mild-to-moderate COVID-19 infections from becoming more dangerous has been available for almost two years. But recent studies have shown many patients eligible for the drug—Paxlovid—haven't ...
Apr 1, 2024
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After a child's hospital stay, many families covered by private insurance may experience sticker shock—on average spending $1,300 out of pocket—a new study in JAMA Pediatrics suggests.
Mar 27, 2023
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Early withdrawal of life-sustaining therapy (WLST) is more likely among uninsured trauma patients, according to a study published online July 24 in JAMA Network Open.
Aug 3, 2024
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As he struggled to breathe earlier this month, Dr. Nathan Tumubone was tormented by thoughts of hospitalization as a COVID-19 patient. Thinking of the costs involved, he knew he wanted to stay home.
Jun 26, 2021
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There's a joke among insurers that there are two things that health insurance companies hate to do – take risks and pay claims. But, of course, these are the essence of their business!
Dec 30, 2016
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