Our featured research news in 2008 looked at new treatment approaches, prevention strategies, drug research, and changes in medical care. The studies also reflected the changes in medical industry to decrease unnecessary costs without cutting care. Here is a quick recap on medical care research featured from 2008.
Changes in the medical system include not only the ability to improve health of the patients but also rein in medical costs by eliminating unnecessary services and providing prevention programs.
Alternative treatments also continue to make news in medical care.
Vaccines are an important tool in preventing serious illnesses. While most are received in childhood, there are some that may be received later. Talk to your child’s doctor to make sure your child’s vaccinations are on schedule. If you are planning to travel to third world countries you may need to receive vaccinations; let your doctor know if you plan to travel to such locations.
Alternative treatments may be helpful in some treatments but should be done in conjunction with medical care. Talk to your doctor about supplements or treatments, as some can interfere with medical treatments.
RESOURCES:
American Academy of Family Physicians
http://familydoctor.org/
Arthritis Foundation
http://www.arthritis.org/
Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
http://www.cdc.gov/
KidsHealth
http://kidshealth.org/
National Pain Foundation
http://www.nationalpainfoundation.org/
Last reviewed January 2008 by Larissa J. Lucas, MD
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