Health News Archives

Threat From Infectious Diseases Growing
Report points to globalization, drug resistance and climate change as culprits

Older Blood Boosts Chances of Infection in Transfusion Patients
Study found those who received blood that was 29 days or older faced twice the risk

Caring for Aging Loved Ones Can Be a Catch-22
Journalist Gail Sheehy's painful passage through U.S. health system echoes that of many caregivers

Speedy Care After Heart Attack Key to Survival
Heart association says cooling body, checking arteries lowers risk of further injury

Minorities More Likely to Die in ER
Lack of insurance could play a major role, study suggests

Delicate Debate Urged Over Withdrawal of Life Support
Gradual steps may benefit families but not the patient, and doctors need to communicate that more, study suggests

Disinfectants Can Boost Bacteria’s Resistance to Treatment
Misuse of chemicals contributes to hospital-acquired infections, study says

Death Rate 70% Lower at Top U.S. Hospitals
If all centers performed as well, over 237,000 lives might have been saved, survey finds

Lack of Insurance Raises Abused Babies’ Death Risk
Poorer access to care may play a role, experts say

National Scorecard Ranks Palliative Care Across Country
Availability varies widely, and South comes out worst, researchers say