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CMS star ratings found lacking in some areas, especially risk, study finds

A leading quality rating for the nation’s hospitals appears not to adequately account for the risks of undergoing certain procedures at certain hospitals, particularly joint replacement surgery, according to a new study by researchers at Hospital for Special Surgery. The ultimate finding is that the overall hospital quality star ratings program from the Centers for… Read More: CMS star ratings found lacking in some areas, especially risk,… »

Travelling Solo in USA? From Islands, Beaches or Mountains Here Are Some Must-Visit Places

City or beaches, there are many places to explore in US (Photo Credits: Pixabay) Washington D.C. [USA], February 20: While travelling solo is something that a lot of people may dread, mainly for safety concerns, it is actually a wonderful adventure and experience that all travel lovers should experience at least once in their lifetime.… Read More: Travelling Solo in USA? From Islands, Beaches or Mountains Here… »

Could Neck-Strengthening Prevent Some Concussions?

Print this page SUNDAY, Jan. 20, 2019 — Boosting athletes’ neck strength in the off season might reduce their concussion risk in sports such as football and soccer, researchers say. This is among several recommendations from researchers at Rutgers University in New Brunswick, N.J., who are looking to prevent these serious head injuries in athletes.… Read More: Could Neck-Strengthening Prevent Some Concussions? »

Postpartum Care in the United States: Some Progress But Still So Far to Go

Earlier this year the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) released a revised Committee Opinion calling for a new paradigm for postpartum care in the United States. Moving away from the single postpartum check at 6 weeks, ACOG has made a significant change in its recommendations for postpartum care: “All women should ideally have… Read More: Postpartum Care in the United States: Some Progress But Still… »