Why antibiotics may not help patients survive their viral infections: new research

Most sufferers who are admitted to hospitals with acute viral infections are given antibiotics by their…

Scientists warned a decade ago American lives were shortening. Then it got worse : Shots

Just before Christmas, federal health officials confirmed life expectancy in America had dropped for a nearly…

Some patients must drug test often, while others are never asked

Some grown ups who take prescription medication for interest-deficit/hyperactivity dysfunction are needed to have their urine…

Medical residents unionize at hospitals around the country : Shots

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End of Covid Emergency Will Usher in Changes Across the US Health System

The Biden administration’s final decision to finish the covid-19 general public wellbeing crisis in May possibly…

Social frailty comes with health risks for older adults

CNN  —  Consider three hypothetical women in their mid-70s, all living alone in identical economic circumstances…