Diseases and Conditions Archives - Page 14 of 14

04/10/2018

Common diabetes drug may also help with nicotine withdrawal

In a mouse study, a drug that has helped millions of people around the world manage their diabetes might also

04/10/2018

What is the best way to treat infected hip replacements?

New research has found treating an infected hip replacement in a single stage procedure may be as effective or better

04/07/2018

Retinal implant designed to replace support cells damaged by dry age-related macular degeneration

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) affects more than 1.75 million individuals in the United States. Because the population is aging, that

04/06/2018

Telemedicine provides accurate diagnosis of rare cause of blindness in preemies: Study finds little difference between in-person, remote exams

Accurately detecting a rare, but devastating cause of blindness in premature babies can be done as effectively with telemedicine as

04/06/2018

Double-drug strategy blocks escape route for most lung cancers

A one-two combo punch using two currently available drugs could be an effective treatment for the majority of lung cancers,

04/05/2018

Major differences in billing complexity among US health insurers

One frequently proclaimed advantage of single-payer health care is its potential to reduce administrative costs, but new Vancouver School of

04/05/2018

New technique makes heart valve replacement safer for some high-risk patients

Scientists have developed a novel technique that prevents coronary artery obstruction during transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR), a rare but

04/05/2018

How to fight side effects of hormone therapy for prostate cancer: Study shows group exercise and nutrition program prevents fat gain and strength loss

Men on hormone therapy for prostate cancer may benefit significantly from hitting the gym with fellow patients and choosing more