Why Dialysis Patients Feel So Bad and What It Means
Researchers studied 1,825 people on dialysis to understand why they feel so sick and whether these symptoms predict serious health problems. They found that …
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Stomach Problems Are Common in ICU Patients—Here's What Matters
When people are very sick and stay in the intensive care unit (ICU), their stomachs and digestive systems often stop working normally. Researchers studied 100 …
Read MoreNew Hospital Nutrition Program Helps Prevent Serious Weight Loss
Hospitals created a special nutrition team to help patients who are at high risk of not eating enough while in the hospital. These patients include those in …
Read MoreWhy Hospitals Miss Vitamin C Problems in Patients
Vitamin C deficiency is a common but often overlooked problem in hospitalized adults that can lead to serious health issues like weakness, memory problems, and …
Read MoreMost Cancer Surgery Centers Skip Pre-Surgery Fitness Training
Researchers surveyed over 1,400 healthcare workers at 663 hospitals worldwide to see how many cancer centers prepare patients before surgery. They found that …
Read MoreSpecial Nutrition Drinks May Help Cancer Patients Before Surgery
Researchers are studying whether special nutrition drinks can help people with throat cancer who need surgery. The POINT trial is testing if these …
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