Pain Patients Who Take Opioids Can’t Get in the Door at Half of Primary Care Clinics
“Secret shopper” study finds stigma is highest against those who say their last doctor stopped prescribing opioids to them.
January 25, 2021 1:05 PM
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45% of Adults Over 65 Lack Online Medical Accounts, Which Could Affect COVID-19 Vaccination
Many health systems are using patient portals for vaccine scheduling, but many older adults may need help setting accounts up, especially those with lower incomes and education levels
January 15, 2021 4:10 PM
COVID-19 Deaths Really Are Different. But Best Practices for ICU Care Should Still Apply
Examination of specific cause of death in critically ill coronavirus patients shows importance of evidence-based care – and the risks if hospitals are too overwhelmed to follow them.
January 14, 2021 3:16 PM
COVID Forced Psychiatric Care Online, and Many Patients Want It to Stay There, Study Finds
Most opted for video, but the future of virtual mental health visits is less certain due to reimbursement.
January 11, 2021 4:17 PM
More Than Half of People Using Cannabis for Pain Experience Multiple Withdrawal Symptoms
Minority experience worsening of symptoms over time, especially younger people.
January 08, 2021 11:38 AM
New Guides Offer Advice and Wisdom from COVID-19 Patients and Caregivers
Practical tips for COVID-19 hospital and post-hospital care available for anyone to use, and for any hospital or health system to adapt and publish.
December 18, 2020 11:13 AM
