Green tea could hold the key to reducing antibiotic resistance
Scientists have discovered that a natural antioxidant commonly found in green tea can help eliminate antibiotic resistant bacteria.
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US pediatric heart transplant waitlist policy change falls short of intended benefits
In March 2016, the Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network revised its criteria for prioritizing children awaiting heart transplantation in the US with the intention of reducing the number of deaths on the waitlist, but a new study suggests unintended consequences.
Read moreAAN recommends people 65+ be screened yearly for memory problems
To help physicians provide the highest quality patient-centered neurologic care, the American Academy of Neurology (AAN) is recommending physicians measure how frequently they complete annual assessments of people age 65 and older for thinking and memory problems.
Read moreMedications underused in treating opioid addiction
Though research shows that medication-assisted treatment can help people who are addicted to opioids, the three drugs approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) are underused, according to a review of current medical data on opioid addiction in the U.S.
Read moreFast MRIs offer alternative to CT scans for pediatric head injuries
Researchers have released a study that shows that a new imaging method 'fast MRI' is effective in identifying traumatic brain injuries in children, and can avoid exposure to ionizing radiation and anesthesia.
Read more3D virtual reality models help yield better surgical outcomes
A new study has found that using three-dimensional virtual reality models to prepare for kidney tumor surgeries resulted in substantial improvements, including shorter operating times, less blood loss during surgery and a shorter stay in the hospital afterward.
Read moreResearchers find new ways to improve CPR
An international research consortium was able to identify what is likely an optimal combination of chest compression frequency and depth when performing CPR.
Read morePrevalence of screening for social needs
A new study finds that most US physician practices and hospitals report screening patients for at least one social need, a trend that is expected to increase in the future, and that practices that care for disadvantaged patients report higher screening rates.
Read moreNew yardstick offers diagnostic and treatment guidance for idiopathic anaphylaxis
The new 'Idiopathic Anaphylaxis Yardstick' will help physicians who might be searching for guidance on next steps after their patient has an anaphylactic reaction of an unknown origin.
Read moreMore operations are scheduled if doctor is well rested
Researchers have investigated how orthopedic surgeons make decisions regarding surgery, and how the decisions are related to how much of their work shift they have completed. The results show that a patient who meets the surgeon at the end of his or her shift is less likely to be scheduled for surgery.
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