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PCV13 Predicted to Be Cost Saving Versus PCV7
Although 13-valent pneumococcal vaccine is more costly than PCV7, net cost savings expected
Effect of 1064-nm Q-Switched Nd:YAG Laser on Tattoos Studied
Efficacy varies with amount of ink deposited in tissue; effective with multiple treatments
HIV-Infected Patients Frequently Have Chronic Pain
Patients with moderate-severe chronic pain more likely to take antidepressants, prescription opioids
Despite Risk to Patients, Health Providers Often Work While Sick
Main reason is not wanting to let colleagues, patients down
Lifestyle Factors Can Halve Heart Failure Risk in Elderly
Researchers suggest health choices still make a difference in old age
Regular Mammograms May Lead to Widespread Overdiagnosis
No significant difference in breast cancer deaths for counties with higher screening, detection rates
CDC: BBQ Grill Brush Wires Can Cause Serious GI Injury
If ingested, stray wire bristles can pierce throat, intestines, public health experts warn
Mortality Rates Declining for Many Cancers
Rates predicted to meet Healthy People 2020 targets for breast, lung, prostate cancers
Questions Raised for Telemedical Monitoring of Diabetic Foot Ulcers
No significant difference versus standard care for amputation, healing; but increase in mortality seen
New Evidence Can Help Informed Choice in Incontinence Surgery
For mid-urethral sling, fewer adverse events with transobturator route versus retropubic route
