Dr. Timothy Daugherty in Louisville, Kentucky
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CMS Wants Faster Drug Prior Authorization Decisions. A New Study Shows Why That Could Matter for Patients
A CMS proposal could eventually speed some drug prior authorization decisions, but it is not final. A new JAMA study shows why even short delays matter.
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The Potential Health Benefits of Foot Reflexology
Foot reflexology is an ancient healing practice that involves applying pressure to specific points on the feet to promote healing and balance in the body. Here are some potential health…
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Renal failure
A condition in which the kidneys are no longer able to function properly, potentially causing buildup of waste products and fluid in the body, and potentially leading to various health problems affecting the cardiovascular, respiratory, and other systems.
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FDA flags two diabetes device problems: Omnipod under-delivery, TRUE METRIX E-5 risk
The FDA has warned about two separate diabetes device problems: certain Omnipod pods that may under-deliver insulin and TRUE METRIX blood glucose meters that can show an E-5 error code for more than one reason. For people who depend on these devices, the key steps are to check whether a device is affected, keep monitoring blood sugar, and follow replacement or labeling instructions from the manufacturer and FDA.