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Vertebroplasty Equal to a Placebo
Despite 40,000 procedures performed annually
Two recent studies concluded that vertebroplasty was no more effective than a placebo. After six months, patients who received the treatment and patients in the control group both reported pain relief, but there was no difference between them. -
Surprising Prostate Cancer Screening Update
Surprising update on prostate cancer screening. Who needs it? -
Talk to Your Surgeon
When the doctor recommends surgery, ask questions. How else will you get the care you need and deserve? -
Total Hip Replacement Works
The pain and disability caused by aging and ailing hips can be reversed with surgery—but you have to work at postsurgical rehabilitation. -
Women in Their 80s Need Mammograms
Barring other health reasons, older women should continue getting mammograms—but a study points out they’re not doing it.
