Catheters Often to Blame for Blood Infections After Dialysis
2017-06-30
Study included almost all outpatient dialysis centers in the United StatesContinue Reading
U.S. Hospitals Still Prescribe Too Many Antibiotics: Study
2017-06-15
1 in 5 patients experiences side effects from the drugs, which often aren’t necessaryContinue Reading
For Diabetics, Nasal Powder Fixed Severe Low Blood Sugar
2017-06-13
New product much easier to use than rescue injections, researcher says
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Can Folks With Type 2 Diabetes Forgo the Finger Stick?
2017-06-12
Self-monitoring of blood sugar had no effect on long-term glucose levels in those not taking insulin, researchers sayContinue Reading
More Evidence Ties Gum Health to Stroke Risk
2017-02-23
Study shows increasing risk of brain blockage with more severe gum diseaseContinue Reading
Testosterone Therapy May Have Benefits, But Risks Too
2017-02-21
While trials show it boosts bone density and lowers anemia risk, heart risks also seenContinue Reading
Student-Athletes Don’t Have to Be Hit By Injuries
2017-02-15
Equipment safety, emergency training and time for recovery are key to avoiding trouble, experts sayContinue Reading
Student-Athletes Don’t Have to Be Hit By Injuries
2017-02-15
Equipment safety, emergency training and time for recovery are key to avoiding trouble, experts sayContinue Reading
Sickle Cell Trait in Blacks Can Skew Diabetes Test Results
2017-02-07
Inaccurate reading may affect diagnosis and treatment of the blood sugar disease, study saysContinue Reading
Blood Levels of Meat-Linked Chemical Tied to Odds of Heart Trouble
2017-01-11
Produced when meat, eggs and dairy are digested, TMAO may trigger plaque buildup in vessels, researchers explainContinue Reading
Blood Shortage Prompts Red Cross Call for Donations
2017-01-06
Says decline in donors seen over holidaysContinue Reading
Ebola Can Linger in Lungs, Study Finds
2017-01-05
Discovery in one patient could advance understanding of deadly disease, doctors sayContinue Reading
Could Anemia Cause Hearing Loss?
2016-12-29
Iron deficiency might keep ear cells from getting oxygen they need, study suggestsContinue Reading
Researchers Develop Potential Oral Treatment for Hemophilia
2016-12-29
Currently, genetic bleeding disorder is treated with injectionsContinue Reading