A Legacy of 9/11: Years of Increased Illness
A large-scale study suggests 9/11-related stress led to a major increase in health problems across the U.S.
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Making Medical Miracles With Inkjet Printers
Bioprinting allows researchers to create replacement human tissue and output it on equipment similar to what came free in your desktop bundle.
An Etiquette Book for Patients and Caregivers
One small step for patient-centered care, and one big step for patient engagement, would be to set out clearly how patients and the village of professionals serving them will communicate.
Cutting Medicare Costs for Complex Patients
A new study of three existing programs seeks the elixir of quality health care at affordable prices for elderly patients with lots of chronic diseases.
Your Next M.D. Might Be a PDA
Handheld sensors using specialized — and relatively cheap — biosensors may deliver an instant diagnosis of diseases, contaminated water and biological attacks.
More Can Also Be Less in Medical Effectiveness
The president of the Center for Advancing Health argues we need a more complete public discussion about comparative effectiveness research, not only for innovative therapies but for the standard ones, too.
Uncovering Ancient Brews, and Cures
Patrick McGovern's alcohol-infused archaeology informs some of the best local alehouses, but the real benefit of his work may lie in the cancer ward.
Lifesaving Drug Praziquantel Too Expensive for Africa
Global community must step up to fight schistosomiasis, a parasitic disease as widespread as malaria, doctors say.
Wind, Brass Instruments Linked to Airway Damage?
Aussie researchers find a new reason to take up the violin: Increased levels of exhaled nitric oxide have been found in wind and brass musicians.
‘House,’ ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Violate Codes of Conduct?
Researchers analyzing episodes of ABC's "Grey's Anatomy" and Fox's "House" determine the hospital dramas are "rife" with incidents that violate professional codes of conduct.