Melanoma an Even More Deadly Disease in Black Men
WEDNESDAY, July 12, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Black men are more likely to die of melanoma, new research shows, and one reason why may be the unusual places where the deadly skin cancer is likely to show up on their bodies.Even though the disease is mo…
Learn MorePharmacy-Level Stewardship Can Save on Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors
TUESDAY, July 11, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Adoption of pharmacy-level stewardship strategies for immune checkpoint inhibitors could generate sizable reductions in spending for these drugs, according to a study published in the July issue of Health Aff…
Learn MoreFirst Murder Conviction for Fentanyl Dealer Delivered in California
TUESDAY, July 11, 2023 (HealthDay News) — A fentanyl dealer has been found guilty of second-degree murder in what authorities believe is the first-ever murder conviction for dealing the dangerous drug.The conviction happened in Placer County, Califor…
Learn MorePara los adultos mayores con planes de Medicare Advantage, encontrar un psiquiatra es difícil
LUNES, 10 de julio de 2023 (HealthDay News) — Los adultos mayores de EE. UU. con necesidades de la salud mental quizá no tengan mucho acceso a los psiquiatras que podrían ayudarlos, muestra una investigación reciente. A pesar de un aumento general en…
Learn MoreBiden busca reducir los costos de la atención de la salud y limitar los cargos ocultos de los seguros
LUNES, 10 de julio de 2023 (HealthDay News) — Cuando necesitan atención de la salud, los estadounidenses pueden recibir unos costos médicos sorpresivos debido a tecnicismos en las leyes y a “cargos ocultos”, según la Casa Blanca. La administración de…
Learn MoreTriple-Digit Heat Wave a Danger to Those With Dementia
TUESDAY, July 11, 2023 (HealthDay News) — As extreme heat continues to blanket numerous parts of the United States, Americans with dementia may be particularly challenged.“Triple-digit temperatures and heat indexes are especially dangerous for someon…
Learn MoreRisk of Suicidal Thoughts With Popular Weight-Loss Drugs Being Investigated by European Regulators
TUESDAY, July 11, 2023 (HealthDay News) — The European Medicines Agency is investigating concerns that popular weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Saxenda may be linked to suicidal thoughts and thoughts of self-harm.Three case reports from Iceland spu…
Learn MoreSmoke-Free Legislation Linked to Drop in Adverse Health Outcomes
TUESDAY, July 11, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Smoke-free legislation is associated with a reduction in multiple adverse health outcomes, according to a review published online July 7 in JAMA Network Open.Shamima Akter, Ph.D., from Hitotsubashi University…
Learn MoreCannabis Use Disorder Linked to Perioperative Complications
TUESDAY, July 11, 2023 (HealthDay News) — For adults undergoing major surgery, cannabis use disorder is associated with a modest increased risk for perioperative mortality and morbidity, according to a study published online July 5 in JAMA Surgery.Pa…
Learn MoreStrong Marijuana Habit Could Raise Odds for Complications During Surgery
TUESDAY, July 11, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Using marijuana regularly might increase the risk for complications during and after surgery, and doctors should address this when planning operations, a new study suggests. People with a cannabis use disorde…
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