Tag Archives: Risk

Increased Use of Telehealth Services and Medications for Opioid Use Disorder During the COVID-19 Pandemic Associated with Reduced Risk for Fatal Overdose

The expanded availability of opioid use disorder-related telehealth services and medications during the COVID-19 pandemic was associated with a lowered likelihood of fatal drug overdose among Medicare beneficiaries, according to a new study.

Daimler Recalls Mercedes Benz for “Risk of Fire”

California lemon law attorneys, Wirtz Law San Diego, CA, January 4, 2023 (Law Firm Newswire) Mercedes-Benz issued a recall for nearly 28,000 vehicles over fire risks associated with faulty wiring. Although Mercedes Benz wants to sell 25 percent of its cars online by 2025, the “risk of fire” recalls call into question the safety of … Continue reading Daimler Recalls Mercedes Benz for “Risk of Fire”

Transcript for Vital Signs Telebriefing: Children with sickle cell anemia are at risk for stroke and other complications

Transcript for Vital Signs Telebriefing: Children with sickle cell anemia are at risk for stroke and other complications, which took place on September 20, 2022.

Newest Prediabetes Awareness Campaign by Nation's Medical Authorities Spreads the Word: 1 in 3 Americans Has Prediabetes, Learn Your Risk

On World Diabetes Day 2018, the American Medical Association (AMA), the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Ad Council continue the fight against type 2 diabetes.

New Vital Signs Report: Children with sickle cell anemia are at risk for stroke and other complications

Sickle cell anemia, a blood disorder that primarily affects Black and African American people, can cause severe pain and shorten life expectancy by more than 20 years. Yet, few children with the disease are getting the recommended screening and treatment to prevent life-threatening complications such as stroke.

Increased Use of Telehealth for Opioid Use Disorder Services During COVID-19 Pandemic Associated with Reduced Risk of Overdose

The expansion of telehealth services during the COVID-19 pandemic was associated with individuals staying in treatment longer and reducing their risk of medically treated overdose, according to a new study.