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New federal health insurance rule could help millions of Americans save money on drugs and care

Millions of Americans with chronic conditions could save money on the drugs and medical services they need the most, if their health insurance plans decide to take advantage of a new federal rule issued today.

18 Jul 2019

Global payment model offers a framework for slowing health care spending

One popular idea for lowering the nation's ballooning health care spending is to change the way insurers pay provider organizations for their care. Instead of paying a fee for each service rendered- a model that can encourage the unscrupulous use of more services even when the benefit is dubious, reformers suggest giving clinical practices a global yearly budget to care for a population of patients.

18 Jul 2019

ASA applauds Committee efforts to amend surprise medical bill legislation

The American Society of Anesthesiologists applauds efforts by Congressman Raul Ruiz, M.D. (D-CA) and Congressman Larry Bucshon, M.D. (R-IN) to amend surprise medical bill legislation as it passed the House Energy and Commerce Committee.

17 Jul 2019

Recreational cannabis legalization could impact alcohol industry, research shows

The recent wave of recreational cannabis legalization across the U.S. could generate $22 billion in sales per year, but not everyone is happy about it.

17 Jul 2019

Surprise medical bill legislation takes a step forward, but will it lead to a step back?

The House Energy and Commerce Committee Wednesday approved its version of legislation to curb surprise medical bills.

17 Jul 2019

Multiple breaches of injection safety practices identified in New Jersey septic arthritis outbreak

Multiple violations of injection safety and infection prevention practices--from lack of handwashing to inappropriate re-use of medication vials--were identified after an outbreak of septic arthritis at a New Jersey outpatient facility in 2017, according to an investigation published today in Infection Control & Hospital Epidemiology, the journal for the Society for Healthcare Epidemiology of America.

17 Jul 2019

Measuring levels of pollutants after Independence Day fireworks

The U.S. recently celebrated the Fourth of July with dazzling fireworks displays in many cities. After the "oohs" and "ahhs" faded, some people might have wondered how the lingering gunpowder-scented smoke affected air quality.

17 Jul 2019

Radiation levels in some regions of Marshall Islands are far higher than Chernobyl

Radiation levels in some regions of the Marshall Islands in the central Pacific, where the United States conducted nuclear tests during the Cold War, are far higher than in areas affected by the Chernobyl and Fukushima nuclear disasters, according to new research from Columbia University.

17 Jul 2019

Home-based support network helps stroke patients adjust after hospital discharge

Michigan State University researchers have found that many stroke patients feel unprepared when discharged from the hospital. Their caregivers feel the same.

17 Jul 2019

Study: Surveillance for antibiotic-resistant bacteria continues to be core focus for healthcare facilities

Below is a summary of a study published online today in Infection Control and Hospital Epidemiology. This article will be freely available for a limited time. SHEA members have full access to all ICHE articles through the online portal.

17 Jul 2019

A single measurement may help predict risk for knee instability

Knee injuries can be a scourge to collegiate and pro athletes alike, but Penn State researchers say a single measurement taken by a clinician may help predict whether a person is at risk for knee instability.

17 Jul 2019

Heart disease is still the number 1 killer in Australia, according to latest figures

The latest report from the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare reveals that heart disease and heart attacks are still the most common causes of death.

17 Jul 2019

Why women who work are less likely to develop dementia

A new study has suggested that engaging in paid work may protect women against cognitive decline and reduce their risk of dementia.

17 Jul 2019

Marijuana use may not make parents more relaxed

Sorry, marijuana moms and dads: Using pot may not make you a more relaxed parent, at least when it comes to how you discipline your children.

17 Jul 2019

Mercy Medical Center adds O-arm imaging system to improve spinal surgery results

As part of continuing efforts to provide patients with the latest in medical technology, Mercy Medical Center has added the Medtronic O-arm Mobile Surgical Imaging System to lessen radiation exposure and improve spinal surgery results, Charles C. Park, M.D., Ph.D., Director of The Minimally Invasive Brain and Spine Center at Mercy has announced.

17 Jul 2019

I’m a CPAP dropout: Why many lose sleep over apnea treatment

When doctors told Frances Faulkenburg she had sleep apnea, she was more than ready for relief from her tired-all-the-time existence. She used to fall asleep at red lights while behind the wheel. At night, she'd wake up gasping for air, heart pounding. Her husband told her she snored.

17 Jul 2019

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New federal health insurance rule could help millions of Americans save money on drugs and care

Global payment model offers a framework for slowing health care spending

ASA applauds Committee efforts to amend surprise medical bill legislation

Recreational cannabis legalization could impact alcohol industry, research shows

Surprise medical bill legislation takes a step forward, but will it lead to a step back?

Multiple breaches of injection safety practices identified in New Jersey septic arthritis outbreak

Measuring levels of pollutants after Independence Day fireworks

Radiation levels in some regions of Marshall Islands are far higher than Chernobyl

Home-based support network helps stroke patients adjust after hospital discharge

Study: Surveillance for antibiotic-resistant bacteria continues to be core focus for healthcare facilities

A single measurement may help predict risk for knee instability

Heart disease is still the number 1 killer in Australia, according to latest figures

Why women who work are less likely to develop dementia

Marijuana use may not make parents more relaxed

Mercy Medical Center adds O-arm imaging system to improve spinal surgery results

I’m a CPAP dropout: Why many lose sleep over apnea treatment

Don't Miss the Blood-Brain Barrier Drug Delivery (B3DD) Summit this August

UNLV nutritionist explains how putting a halt on sweet treats affects the body

Family members' drugs may be risk factor for overdose in individuals without prescriptions

Hospitals' decision to transfer kids with mental health emergencies is based on insurance type

A new method to measure intracellular water in biological systems

Obesity, GLP-1s, and metabolic care

Automation in cell-based workflows

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