LocalHealthGuide - Part 195

February 15, 2019 Hospitals

Single word most associated with negative hospital reviews on Yelp is ‘told’

By Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania When analyzing reviews of hospitals on Yelp, Penn Medicine researchers found

February 15, 2019 Addiction

Discharged, Dismissed: ERs Often Miss Chance To Set Overdose Survivors On ‘Better Path’

By Rachel Bluth, Kaiser Health News The last time heroin landed Marissa Angerer in a Midland, Texas, emergency room —

Two Crises In One: As Drug Use Rises, So Does Syphilis

By Anna Gorman, California Healthline Public health officials grappling with record-high syphilis rates around the nation have pinpointed what appears

February 14, 2019 Cancer / Environment

Exposure to chemical in Roundup increases risk for cancer

Exposure to glyphosate — the main ingredient in the weedkiller Roundup — ups the risk of some cancers by more than 40%.

February 14, 2019 Addiction / Opioids

Pay Attention to This Little-Noticed Opioid Lawsuit in Oklahoma

The trial will for the first time provide access to evidence aimed at showing that drug companies flooded markets with opioids, knowing that they were addictive.

February 14, 2019 Dementia / Disabilities / Seniors

Seniors Aging In Place Turn To Devices And Helpers, But Unmet Needs Are Common

Nearly half of older adults with probable dementia or difficulty performing daily activities don’t get assistance from family, friends or paid caregivers

February 12, 2019 Dementia / Supplements

Watch Out for False Promises About So-Called Alzheimer’s Cures

FDA warns consumers to avoid unproven and potentially unsafe products sold as treatments for Alzheimer’s disease.

February 12, 2019 Drugs / Health Costs

Drug-Price Debate Targets Pharmacy Benefit Managers

Some insurers defend PBMs, arguing that blaming them for high drug prices is unfair when drug companies are free to set their prices as high as they want.

February 12, 2019 Diabetes / Health News / Insulin

Americans Cross Border Into Mexico To Buy Insulin At A Fraction Of U.S. Cost

Close to 1 million people in California alone cross to Mexico annually for health care, including to buy prescription drugs.

February 12, 2019 Joint Replacement Surgery / Stem Cells

Stem cell treatments for arthritic knees: unproven, expensive and potentially dangerous

Patients have paid thousands of dollars stem cell treatments only to discover hey were duped.

February 11, 2019 Child Health / Measles / Vaccines

Measles: Why it’s so deadly, and why vaccination is so vital

In the 1960s, measles infected about 3-4 million people in the U.S. each year. More than 48,000 were hospitalized. Up to 500 people died.

February 11, 2019 Biotechnology / Research / Supplements / Vitamins

A ‘Fountain Of Youth’ Pill? Sure, If You’re A Mouse.

The researcher making these claims has a considerable financial stake in his claims being proven correct.

February 10, 2019 Heart and Circulatory System / Metabolism / Nutrition

Vegan or Mediterranean diet – which is better for heart health?

Mediterranean diet includes vegetables and fruits in addition to oily fish, olive oil, red wine, lean meats, nuts, and low-fat dairy products.

February 10, 2019 Alcohol

Beer before wine and you’ll feel fine? No you won’t says new study

“Beer before wine and you’ll feel fine,” the saying goes. “Wine before beer and you’ll feel queer.” True? No. It’s the amount you drink that gives you a hangover.

February 8, 2019 Prevention

Get ready for the cold . . .

When snow closes roads, it’s hard for people to get to their medical appointments or get crucial medical supplies. That’s why it’s important to plan ahead