Health News Archives

CT Scans Can Spot Blocked Arteries
But debate continues as to whether they are worth the expense

Diabetics Spend Thousands More on Care
Tab is $4,174 more a year, but study says proper management, lifestyle changes can help

Colorectal Cancer Treatment Costs Vary Widely
Chemotherapy figures alone may differ by almost $37,000 per patient, study finds

Home-Based Programs Benefit Older Cancer Survivors
They improved ability to live and function when enrolled in tailored interventions

Established EU Countries Healthier Than Newcomers
Study says quality years could be extended with more elder-care funds

Angioplasty Not Always Worth the Price
Cost analysis finds procedure often doesn't bring enough benefit to offset expense

Barriers to Good Asthma Care Detailed
Allergists say poor access, distrust of docs behind inequalities in treatment

Use of Imaging Technology Skyrockets
But study questions if MRIs, CT scans are always worth the cost

’Prescription Switching’ Would Make Most Patients Unhappy
Substituting cheaper drug for more expensive one should be transparent, experts say

Today’s Smokers More Addicted to Nicotine
The less-hooked may have already quit, leaving 'hard-core' group behind, experts say