Using a once-monthly extended-release naltrexone intramuscular injection is an effective way to prevent opioid dependency relapse after detoxification, according to findings presented at the Annual U.S. Psychiatric and Mental Health Congress and a Medscape Medical News report.
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Kofi Boahene, MD, an assistant professor of facial plastic and reconstructive surgery at Johns Hopkins University has developed a minimally invasive surgery method for reaching the base of the skull, according to an NPR's Health Blog "Shots" report.
The FDA approved Carestream's Vue Motion medical image viewer for use on mobile devices, according to a MedGadget report.
The FDA issued two draft guidances related to medical device development and studies today, an FDA news release said.
A new study found patients who use opioids prior to knee replacement experience more complications, according to findings published in the Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery.
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Bay Special Care Hospital in Bay City, Mich., has received accreditation by the Healthcare Facilities Accreditation Program, according to a Michigan Live report.
The California Hospital Association's board has unanimously voted to withdraw its support for a statewide quality reporting initiative, according to a Payers and Providers newsletter.
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