The declines seen in heart failure mortality rates from 1999 to 2012 were reversed from 2012 to 2021.
Visual impairment linked to increased risk for suicide
Apr 19, 2024
A review shows increased pooled odds ratios for suicidal behavior, suicidal ideation and suicidal death.
Midlife mortality higher in US than other high-income countries
Apr 16, 2024
Not to the extent of the United States, but midlife deaths are worsening in the United Kingdom as well.
Menopausal hormone therapy use beyond 65 years beneficial
Apr 16, 2024
Use of menopausal hormone therapy beyond age 65 years is associated with risk reductions in mortality as well as specific cancers and cardiovascular diseases, according to a study published online April...
Daily heat-related illness ED visit rates peaked in 2023 warm season
Apr 18, 2024
More males sought care in the emergency department than females, especially males aged 18 to 64 years.
Americans short on sleep, stressed out about it: poll
Apr 15, 2024
More than half of Americans say they would feel better with more sleep, but only 42% say they are getting as much shut-eye as they need, a new poll finds.
US medical drug shortages reach record high
Apr 15, 2024
Americans are facing more shortages of the drugs they need for medical care than ever before, a national pharmacy database shows.