Obama may limit medical malpractice lawsuits

Obama may limit medical malpractice lawsuits
President Obama told members of the American Medical Association (AMA) that imposing limits on medical malpractice lawsuits may be a "necessary part" of healthcare reform.

As Sleep Improves, Grades Seem to Go Up
Title: As Sleep Improves, Grades Seem to Go Up
Category: Health News
Created: 6/11/2009 7:00:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 6/11/2009

The Basics of CPAP
 Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) is the most common treatment for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). Except for tracheotomy, it is also the most effective treatment for OSA. CPAP is basically a computerized air pump that delivers pressurized air through a hose and then through a nasal interface into the patient's throat. The pressurized air splints open the upper airways, preventing the airflow pauses (apneas) and airflow...

Sleeplessness can lead to high blood pressure
Adults who don't get enough sleep are at greater risk for developing high blood pressure over time, researchers say.

Lack of Good Sleep Might Be Deadly
Title: Lack of Good Sleep Might Be Deadly
Category: Health News
Created: 6/12/2009 7:00:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 6/12/2009

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We started our discussion about restless legs syndrome (RLS) in my recent blog, so let’s continue where we left off.   Mild symptoms of RLS occur in 5-15% of the general population, which makes it the second or third most common sleep disorder.  Of these cases, only about 2-3% are considered clinically severe enough to require treatment.  It appears to occur more commonly in females and can even affect children.  Due... More at...