About 50% of all opioid doses and more than 25% of all opioid prescriptions in the United States come from 1% of healthcare providers, a new study says. The authors said this suggests that efforts to reduce overuse of prescription opioid painkillers should not focus on strict limits for all doctors but on a small […]
FlASH: A groundbreaking new study holds heartening news for older Americans. Since the mid-1990’s, the number of seniors who suffered a heart attack or died from one dropped dramatically evidence that campaigns to prevent heart attacks and improve patient care are paying off, Yale University researchers said. The study of more than 4-M Medicare patients […]
The Evidence is in, ‘Obesity can shorten one’s life A new study that tracked the weight and survival of more than 6,000 Americans for 24 years reinforces the notion that piling on excess pounds can lead to an earlier grave. Being statistically obese, but not simply overweight, was tied to a 27% increase in the […]
Our Eyes, Not Just Our Skin, Need Protection From Sun Our eyes, not just our skin that needs protection from ultraviolet rays. The Big Q: Did you know our eyes can get sunburned? The Big A: Yes, they can. To help protect your eyes from the sun, the Food & Drug Administration just cleared contact […]
Preventive Care Can Help You Save Money on Veterinary Care The love and companionship that pets add to our lives is priceless, but the costs associated with their care can add up too, especially when an unexpected illness or injury requires urgent veterinary care. In Y 2018, it is estimated that Americans will spend more […]
Making Friends for Life with Our ‘Furry’ Pets This week was the 35th annual National Pet Week, sponsored by the Auxiliary to the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) to promote responsible pet ownership, recognize the importance of the human-animal bond and help pet parents understand the value of regular wellness exams. During National Pet Week […]
Ferrari (NYSE:RACE) Expect a ‘FUV’ Not an SUV $RACE Ferrari (NYSE:RACE) said it plans to expand its iconic brand beyond 2-door Supercars. The Big Q: Just how far? Ferrari designers are working on something that it expected to be revealed within the next 2 years. Given the nature of the iconic Italian automaker, this must be, […]
Protect Your Skin From Cold, Dry Weather In Summer, you probably know you need to use sunscreen. But did you know there are steps you should take to protect your skin in the winter as well? Cold and dry weather can turn skin coarse, irritated, and lead to premature aging. This situation is made worse […]
Opioids Driving Down Life Expectancy in US Rising death rates from opioid abuse are chipping away at Americans’ life spans, a US government study revealed recently. Between Y’s 2000 and 2015, researchers found, US life expectancy increased overall, from nearly 77 to 79 years. But, buried within that broad pattern were some ominous trends. The […]
President Trump’s Healthcare Plan Expands Options The Trump White House is finalizing an executive order that would expand health plans offered by associations to allow individuals to pool together and buy insurance outside their states, an Oval Office move that follows failed efforts by Congress to overhaul the healthcare system. President Donald Trump says that […]
Hurricane Irma Is ‘Bigger Than Andrew’ Wednesday, Florida Governor Rick Scott urged residents of his state to “be as aggressive as we are” in planning for the approach of monster storm Hurricane Irma. The NFL’s opening day game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Miami Dolphins has been postponed. “We’re going to have wind, rain, […]
Medical Cannabis and Reduced Prescription Use In a soon-to-be published article in the *Journal of the American Medical Directors Association, *University of New Mexico researchers, in collaboration with Industrial Rehabilitation Clinics of Albuquerque, followed patients who enrolled voluntarily in the New Mexico state medical cannabis program and found that they significantly reduced their utilization of […]
President Trump Signs Milestone Vet Medical Care Bill Veterans groups applaud the bill being signed. President Donald Trump signed an emergency spending bill that will put $2.1-B into a program that allows veterans to receive private medical care at government expense. Trump, who made improving Veterans care a central campaign promise, signed the VA Choice […]
Ramsay Health Care Limited (ASX:RHC) HEFFX Highlights Based on the latest analyst predictions Ramsay Health Care Limited (ASX:RHC) is estimated to grow its earnings 16.6% over the next year. Are you considering investing? Then keep reading. In this article we will look at the latest data and analyse the future performance of this growth stock […]
Do Not Let Outlandish ER Charges Break Your Bank I just read a new analysis of US medical bills has found hospitals typically charge uninsured ER (emergency room) patients 4X as much as the take from Medicare for the same service. The study published in JAMA Internal Medicine found that ER patients routinely pay more […]
Celebrate US Veterans Today and Every Day Across this nation, Veterans Day, as the anni of WWI Armistice Day is now known, reminds us to cherish and value the sacrifice and service of those who have worn the cloth of the nation. This day is observed with ceremonies that demonstrate American’s appreciation and gratitude to […]
Preventive Strategies to Save Money on Veterinary Care The average US pet owner spends more than $600 a year on veterinary care, this rises to more than $900 if a pet has a chronic condition according to the published data. According to the Pet Healthonomics Survey, 75% pet owners are concerned about the costs of […]
A Healthy Lifestyle is Important for Your Pet To provide a healthy lifestyle for your pet you must focus on identifying, then removing, and unnecessary stressors from your pet’s world before disease can occur. These obstacles might involve your pet’s diet, exercise, environment, and veterinary care. Being proactive is in contrast to the reactive approach […]
Medical Marijuana Update The Republican platform committee rejects medical marijuana, medical marijuana research issues get a hearing in the Senate, Arkansas will vote on at least one medical marijuana initiative this Fall — maybe 2 — and more. NationalOn Monday, the GOP rejected a medical marijuana platform plank. Republican delegates meeting Monday in Cleveland ahead […]
Donald Trump, “Our Vets need the VA to be there for them and their families” Monday, America’s “law and order candidate,” Republican Donald Trump pledged to crack down on Department of Veterans Affairs employees who fail to serve our Veterans. Donald Trump’s 10-pt plan aims to expand programs that allow US Veterans to seek government-funded […]
The Key Things to Do in a Pet Emergency All pet owners know there will come time in your pet’s life when it will need Emergency veterinary care. So, have a plan in place, as it can save your pet’s life in such emergencies. When it happens, and it surely will, the last thing to […]
Abused Animals Need Special Care as Pets Some of the things to know if you adopt a formerly abused pet Sadly, many animals, including family pets, are victims of abuse at some point in their lives. Abuse can be active in the form of physical attacks or punishment, or it can be passive. In some […]
Donald Trump, “Illegal Immigrants Get Better Care Than Our Veterans” Donald Trump in a Memorial Day weekend speech pressed his message on Veterans, saying that his administration would take care of them and correct a situation in which “illegal immigrants are taken care of by this country better than our Veterans.” Speaking at the annual […]
The Common Problems Homeowner’s Insurance Does Not Cover Most home buyers are prepared to sign up for homeowner’s insurance, but they often overestimate their coverage. There are a number of unexpected events homeowner’s insurance does not cover, and in case of an emergency, you do not want to be caught off guard. Below are some […]
Lawn Chemicals Linked to 2 Types of Cancer in Dogs Spring is here, Summer is just around the corner, and there is nothing as inviting as a lush green open space on a warm, sunny day. Play it safe so your pet can stay safe. Often the most lush lawns and gardens in the neighborhood […]
