‘Battlefield’ Blood Transfusion Deemed More Beneficial
Balanced mix of blood products developed in combat arenas better than regular transfusions
Guidelines for VTE Prophylaxis, Treatment in Cancer Unchanged
Thromboprophylaxis required throughout hospitalization for most patients with active cancer
Nutritional Supplements Can Improve Pressure Ulcer Healing
Eight weeks of formula enriched with arginine, zinc, and antioxidants linked to improved healing
A Little Jogging Goes a Long Way
Just an hour or two a week confers life-extension benefits, researcher contends
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
New Guidelines Issued for Treatment of Allergic Rhinitis
Testing is recommended, sinus imaging is not
Work-Related Asthma Underdiagnosed
People seem to be worried about how disease might affect their employment, income
Tips Provided for Transitional Care Management Code Usage
Given the increased Medicare reimbursement for these codes, it is worth setting up billing process