Some patients with imminently fatal cancer still receive treatment
American Cancer Society study highlights need to better identify who may not benefit from aggressive treatment Some patients who died ...
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New study reveals ‘silence’ around suicide in young people
Credit: University of Stirling Mental health professionals treating children and young people with suicidal feelings should refer to 'suicide' explicitly ...
$4.9 million initiative addresses racial disparities in maternal, infant mortality
Healthy Start program focuses on black mothers and babiesCredit: University of Houston Despite being home to a world-class medical center, ...
Research shows evidence of impulsive behavior in nonsuicidal self-injury
Outcome suggests promising treatment target for some at high-risk for suicide Are young adults who harm themselves more at risk ...
More than a strip of paint needed to keep cyclists safe
Credit: Monash University Research published in the journal Accident Analysis and Prevention today (Thursday 11 April 2019) shows that marked ...
Despite more violent crimes, it’s safer to be a cop today than 50 years ago
Study analyzes US police officer deaths (1970-2016); finds no evidence to support 'war on cops' theoryCredit: Florida Atlantic University There ...
Novel study creates new metric to illustrate disadvantaged areas nationwide
Ohio, West Virginia, and the District of Columbia have the highest disparity between opioid-related deaths and access to treatment providers ...
Later school start times significantly reduce teen driving accidents
A new study to be presented at CHEST Congress 2019 Thailand in Bangkok shows a significant decrease in teen driving ...
Most adults dying prematurely of natural causes did not seek medical help, report reveals
Credit: Photo by Desmond Bostick/IFS About two-thirds of the adults dying prematurely from natural causes did not seek medical help ...
Nutrients from food, not supplements, linked to lower risks of death, cancer
Study also identifies association between excess calcium supplement intake and increased risk of death from cancerCredit: Pixabay BOSTON (April 8, ...
Experts issue new recommendations for the diagnosis & treatment of maternal sepsis
Timely care can save lives and prevent organ damage Among continued efforts to reduce maternal morbidity and mortality, the Society ...
New study exonerates refined grains
Shines new light on conflicting dietary recommendations April 8, 2019 - Washington, DC - A new study published this week ...
One in every 12 Canadian with migraines has attempted suicide
Childhood exposure to parental domestic violence, sexual abuse and/or physical abuse substantially increased the likelihood of suicide attempts among adults ...
Shorter stays in a skilled nursing facility tied to higher risk for readmission
High hospital readmission rates indicate that many elderly heart failure patients may be sent home too soon from skilled nursing ...