Non-Hodgkin Rx Trial Halted

A new medication that was thought to hold promise for non-Hodgkin lymphoma has been stopped. Pfizer announced it has halted its trial of the investigational compound inotuzumab ozogamicin.

Manali Patel, MD, MPH

Dr. Patel, MD, MPH is currently an Instructor of Oncology at Stanford University. She is a well-known researcher in quality cancer care delivery, disparities, and has developed multiple...

Stopping Snoring May Quiet Pre-diabetes

Treating sleep apnea can help you breathe easier at night. Now, it appears that one apnea treatment also may help control pre-diabetes.

Helping Hot Kiddos

Parents often wonder what they should do when their child has a fever. Should they give the child medication? Will that help, or could that hurt?

Adults Need Bedtimes Too

If you thought regular bedtimes were only for children, think again. Even adults can benefit from a regular bedtime – especially adults who have sleep apnea and require CPAP treatment.

Young and Tired Behind the Wheel

The message not to drink and drive has been effectively promoted for years. The message not to drive after too little sleep has been slower to get out – but it's just as important.

Turn It Up To Tune Stress Out

Hospitals can be chaotic. Critically ill patients may have less anxiety and need fewer sedatives if they’re allowed to listen to their own choice of music through headphones.

Next Gen Troubles from Smoking Moms

Smoking is a known health hazard for pregnancies. But being exposed to smoke in utero may follow a baby girl into her own pregnancy when she grows up.

Simulator Teaches Asthma Inhaler Use

Proper use of inhalers can prevent asthma attacks. But often, patients with asthma do not learn how to correctly use their inhalers, leading to inconsistent dosing.

Understanding the Risks of Co-sleeping

Sleep issues quickly become front and center for the majority of new parents. One of the decisions they face is where their newborn will sleep and how to reduce the risk of SIDS.

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