Archive: 07/04/2017

Risk adjustment, reinsurance transfer offer financial benefit

(HealthDay)—Risk adjustment and reinsurance transfer programs seem to have been effective for increasing revenues at the expense of claims costs, according to research published in the March issue of Health Affairs.

Apr 7, 2017

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Mobile phones improve outcomes for HIV-positive people across the globe

The use of mobile technology shows great promise for those who are HIV-positive, especially among those who have limited resources and those in poor areas of the world, according to a new paper published by researchers at ...

Apr 7, 2017

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KFC to stop using chickens raised with human antibiotics

KFC said Friday that it will stop serving chickens raised with certain antibiotics.

Apr 7, 2017

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To eat or not to eat (before exercising)—that is the question

Exercise enthusiasts often wonder whether it's better to eat or fast before a workout. A new study is the first of its kind to show the effects of eating versus fasting on gene expression in adipose (fat) tissue in response ...

Apr 7, 2017

Theory of evolution leads to new cancer approach

A world-first book combining evolutionary ecology and oncology aims to improve cancer prevention and therapies.

Apr 7, 2017

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WHO: Japan needs anti-smoking law ahead of Tokyo Olympics

Japan should ban smoking in all public places if it wants to successfully host the Tokyo Olympics and promote tourism, a senior World Health Organization official said Friday.

Apr 7, 2017

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How sleep deprivation affects memory-making in the brain

Scientists have known that a lack of sleep can interfere with the ability to learn and make memories. Now, a group of University of Michigan researchers have found how sleep deprivation affects memory-making in the brain.

Apr 7, 2017

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Researchers call for children to wear helmets around horses

A new study has recommended helmets should always be worn by children not only when riding horses but also when around horses, to reduce the risk of head injuries.

Apr 7, 2017

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Yoga helps preserve muscle mass in older women, study says

A new study by the University of Connecticut finds that practicing yoga may improve protein utilization among older women, and lead to the maintenance of muscle at a time in life when muscle loss is common.

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Higher death rate among youth with first episode psychosis

A new study shows that young people experiencing first episode psychosis have a much higher death rate than previously thought. Researchers analyzed data on approximately 5,000 individuals aged 16-30 with commercial health ...

Apr 7, 2017

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