Malpractice Law Is Bad for Your Health
One of the worst features of the American health care system is the sorry state of medical malpractice law. Fewer than 2 percent of injured patients ever file a lawsuit.…
Stress and Alzheimer’s: Increased Risk
Stress-induced hormones produced by the brain can increase an individual’s risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease and accelerate the development of Alzheimer’s in individuals already suffering from the disease. Stress-induced hormones…
The Difference Between Patient-Centered Medical Homes and Medicaid Health Homes (In Plain English)
In healthcare, it’s common to hear buzzwords thrown around. In the past we have given you a handy guide for navigating the tricky acronyms elder care professionals and caregivers frequently…
Physician Burnout Can Kill You: CHD Is Just One Way
Physician Burnout and the risk of CHDA new research paper published in the journal “Psychosomatic Medicine” in 2012 is showing a solid link between Burnout and the risk of CHD…
Diabetes and Oncology at Doctors 2.0 & You
The use of Social Media and applications in many medical conditions (17) will be examined at Doctors 2.0 & You, but two stand out for their presence on the educational program:…
New Mobile App Connects Duchenne Families to Clinical Trials
I have been privileged to know Pat Furlong for the past several years and work alongside her on the board of the National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD). I have…
Expert Speakers, Opinions Highlight 2013 Bridging the Gap Concussion Conference
More than 90 people filled Sinai Hospital’s Zamoiski Auditorium as The Sandra and Malcolm Berman Brain & Spine Institute hosted its third annual Bridging the Gap Concussion Conference on Friday,…
Choosing Wisely and Delivering Value in Obstetrics & Gynecology
The pressure on physicians to provide better care at lower costs is coming from all directions – top down from policymakers who want more accountability in how healthcare resources are…
Too Few Primary Care Physicians
SACRAMENTO — Obamacare is supplying fresh ammunition for one of the oldest turf wars in Sacramento.It pits doctors — represented by the politically powerful California Medical Assn. — defending their…
Mobile Health Around the Globe: MedicMobile HopePhone’s Recycling Helps Those in Need
This post originally appeared on Good.is This post originally appeared on Good.isSpring: A time of restoring and renewing. A time of plans and projects. A time for spring cleaning. A…
