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Infection Most Common Readmission Reason Post-Surgery
Knowing why readmissions happen is first step in reducing them, researcher says
Healthy Diet Independently Tied to Lower Risk of COPD
Consuming less red meat, soda and alcohol tied to less COPD in study
Fewer Than Half of Ebola Pledges Have Reached Area in Need
Just 40 percent of pledged aid has been received by hardest hit countries
Debunking Contraception Myths to Reduce Unintended Pregnancy
Study of 35 nations shows underuse of current contraception options
Biomarkers Show Potential for Parkinson’s Diagnosis
Researchers also hope it will help doctors track treatment
Lung Cancer Now Leads Cancer Mortality in Developed Nations
Leading cancer killer of American women for many years
ABIM: Immediate Changes Announced for MOC Program
Practice Assessment, Patient Voice, Patient Safety requirements being suspended effective immediately
Monounsaturated Fatty Acids May Improve Adipose Dysfunction
Study in mice shows MUFAs impede adipose interleukin-1β secretion and insulin resistance
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
