The Real Cost of Care →
Here's why healthcare prices, for the same service, in the same town, vary so widely.
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Three Health Care Treatments you May Not Need →
Specialty societies have created lists of tests and treatments they say are performed too often and are not always necessary. Here are three from those lists.
Three Reasons to Take a Notepad to Your Next Doctor Visit →
Here are three reasons why you should take a notepad to your next office visit.
Too much treatment? →
Aggressive medical care can lead to more pain, with no gain.
Treating Blocked Leg Arteries (SVM) →
Most people with Peripheral Artery Disease won't benefit from surgery or angioplasty.
Treating Frequent Headaches with Pain Relievers (AHS) →
It is easy to use too much pain medicine. This can make headaches worse and cause other medical problems.
Treating Heartburn and GERD (AGA) →
In most cases of heartburn a PPI isn't necessary.
Treating High Blood Pressure →
If diet and exercise alone do not help enough, then you should consider adding a blood pressure drug.
Treating Low-Risk Prostate Cancer (ASTRO) →
If you have prostate cancer, but it poses a low risk to you, consider "watchful waiting."
Treating Sinusitis (AAAAI) →
Millions of people are prescribed antibiotics each year for sinusitis.
