One in Three Prefer Earlier Death to Daily Pill
One of three survey respondents rejected the idea even if it meant a shorter life
Healthy Diet Independently Tied to Lower Risk of COPD
Consuming less red meat, soda and alcohol tied to less COPD in study
ISET: Program to Test, Treat for PAD Reduces Amputations
Saving limbs saves lives and costs less than amputation for peripheral arterial disease
Nutritional Supplements Can Improve Pressure Ulcer Healing
Eight weeks of formula enriched with arginine, zinc, and antioxidants linked to improved healing
Many Americans Suffering in Final Year of Life
Significant increase in symptoms, despite efforts to improve end-of-life care
Younger Patients With Diabetes More Often Skipping Visits
CDC team found 19 percent hadn't seen a doctor within last six months
Two Pneumococcal Vaccines Advised for Seniors
ACIP advises both Prevnar 13, Pneumovax 23 vaccines for adults 65 and older
Tips Provided for Transitional Care Management Code Usage
Given the increased Medicare reimbursement for these codes, it is worth setting up billing process
ACS-NSQIP Report Cards Don’t Appear to Provide Much Benefit
Better use of data to implement change is needed, researchers suggest
January 2015 Briefing – Geriatrics
Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in Geriatrics for January 2015. This roundup includes the latest...
