An analysis by the Henry J. Kaiser Family Foundation has found that monthly premiums will rise an average 11 percent, though the premium changes vary widely by which plan seniors select. Read Summary >
Results from a new analysis of major clinical trial data suggest that the popular clot-busting drug Plavix (clopidogrel) is nearly equally effective in both men and women. Read Summary >
Researchers have found that infections of common pathogens such as Chlamydia pneumoniae, Helicobacter pylori, cytomegalovirus, and herpes simplex virus 1 and 2 may speed up the development of arterial disease. Read Summary >
One in four heart failure patients return to the hospital within one month of being discharged, a new study has found, and doctors say this is an unacceptably high rate. Read Summary >
Researchers say obesity is a major risk factor for left atrial enlargement (LAE)--a heart structure problem that increases the risk of atrial fibrillation, stroke, and death. Read Summary >
The U.S. recession has made it more difficult than ever for people to afford their prescription medications, but according to one expert, there are several options for helping make meds more affordable. Read Summary >
The U.S. House of Representatives passed a landmark healthcare reform after a 14-hour day of debate, with only one Republican backing the measure along with 219 Democrats. Read Summary >
Stroke victims who are taken directly to a trained stroke center are more likely to receive the necessary clot-busting drugs--and receive them more quickly--than those taken to a regular hospital, research suggests. Read Summary >
