A new study in Pediatrics has suggested that children who take vitamin supplements or are treated by a chiropractor are less likely to receive flu vaccines. Doctors said the data points out the need for cooperation between health care practitioners to increase flu vaccinations.
New research from the University of Buffalo has suggested confusion around end of life paperwork may result in more emergency care than elderly people want or need. Doctors are urging older patients to make their end of life decisions clear so doctors can provide treatment in line with their wishes.
A survey by a major American insurer has suggested that nearly half of Americans questioned would prefer talking with an ex or walking across hot coals to picking out a healthcare plan. Almost 3/4 of those surveyed said reading about health benefits is long, complicated and stressful.
Sources
1- American Academy of Pediatrics
2- University of Buffalo
3- Aflac
