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More Than 60,000 Patients Risked Hepatitis Infections
Poor infection-control practices to blame, U.S. study finds

Preventive Use of Antibiotics Cuts ICU Deaths
Dutch researchers admit more review is needed on potential antibiotic resistance

How to Avoid a Holiday Trip to the ER
Following basic safety rules should help keep celebrants safe

Take the Holiday to the Hospital
Sharing a favorite ritual might ease a friend or family member's stay

Psych Patients With Cost-Sharing Plans Use More Services
Study finds enrollees without parity insurance less likely to get timely outpatient care

Newborn Hospital Deaths Highest for Those Without Insurance
And those transferred between facilities also had higher mortality rates, study says

Program Aids Hospital Compliance With Stroke Guidelines
Goal is to improve use of treatments proven to cut post-illness complications

ICU Nutritional Program Failed to Boost Outcomes
Early feeding didn't cut length of stay either, study finds

Uninsured Face Worse Outcomes After Diverticulitis
Delaying care, they may present with more complications, experts say

Cost of Hospital Cardiac Care on the Rise
Overall expenditure is up despite a slowing in the number of cases, report notes