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Rethinking Routine Tests for Seniors: 7 Procedures to Question After 65
health5 days ago

Rethinking Routine Tests for Seniors: 7 Procedures to Question After 65

Seniors often receive tests and treatments that offer little benefit and can cause harm or waste, per USPSTF, the American Geriatrics Society, and Choosing Wisely. The article highlights seven examples (colonoscopies after 75, PSA testing after 70, mammograms after 75, Pap smears after 65, antibiotics for asymptomatic UTIs, removal of actinic keratoses, and long‑term levothyroxine for subclinical hypothyroidism) and urges patients to ask two questions before any test: what happens if we skip it, and is the benefit worth the risk at my age, while noting Medicare costs and the need for personalized decisions.

via Money Talks News|
#aging#health#healthcare
Galaxy Watch6 Predicts Fainting Five Minutes Early, New Study Shows
technology20 days ago

Galaxy Watch6 Predicts Fainting Five Minutes Early, New Study Shows

A joint study with Chung-Ang University shows biosignals from the Galaxy Watch6, analyzed with an AI algorithm, can predict vasovagal syncope up to five minutes before onset with 84.6% accuracy (90% sensitivity, 64% specificity) in 132 patients, marking the first evidence that a commercial smartwatch can enable early, preventive warning and publishing findings in European Heart Journal – Digital Health.

via samsung.com|
#galaxy-watch6#heart-rate-variability#preventive-care
TRICARE: Free well-child visits from birth to age six
military-health1 month ago

TRICARE: Free well-child visits from birth to age six

TRICARE covers no-cost well-child visits for children from birth to age six, including newborn care, growth and development checks, screenings, and age-appropriate vaccines per CDC; visits follow a schedule from birth through early childhood, with frequent checkups in the first years; care is delivered by pediatricians or family doctors, with Prime requiring a primary care manager and Select allowing TRICARE-authenticated providers; the goal is preventive care and early detection of health issues.

via TRICARE Newsroom (.mil)|
#military-health#pediatric-care#preventive-care
health2 months ago

TRICARE outlines covered cancer screenings and new Galleri test option

TRICARE explains that cancer screenings are covered based on age, sex, and risk, including breast cancer screenings (mammograms annually for some at-risk groups and MRI for high risk), cervical cancer screening (Pap tests for women 21+ and HPV testing for women 30+ when done with Pap), prostate and testicular exams for men by age/risk, and colorectal screenings from age 45 for average risk. Lung cancer screening with an annual CT is available for high-risk individuals (50–80 with a 20 pack-year history) through network providers. Screenings are generally covered as preventive care with no out-of-pocket costs if you follow plan rules; not all tests are covered (e.g., certain RNA blood/stool tests for colorectal cancer). TRICARE also covers a one-time lifetime GRAIL Galleri blood test via a Laboratory Developed Tests Demonstration, with eligibility, pre-authorization, and other limits. Be attentive to warning signs and discuss screening options with your provider to catch cancer early.

via TRICARE Newsroom (.mil)|
#breast-cancer#cancer-screening#colorectal-cancer
Preventive-care council stalls for a year, sparking health-system unease
health2 months ago

Preventive-care council stalls for a year, sparking health-system unease

The US Preventive Services Task Force, which issues evidence-based guidance on preventive care and screenings, has not met since March 2025, prompting concerns it is being sidelined by the Health and Human Services Department. With several seats vacant and the first meeting of the year postponed, doctors fear delays in updating recommendations and insurance coverage for services like mammograms, colorectal screening, and HPV testing. Analysts warn of a “quiet paralysis” that could erode trust in advisory groups and affect care for millions as staff turnover and political shifts feed uncertainty.

via CNN|
#health#health-policy#hhs
U.S. preventive task force stalls, delaying cancer-screening guidance
health2 months ago

U.S. preventive task force stalls, delaying cancer-screening guidance

The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force, which guides cancer screening and other preventive services insurers must cover, has not met since March 2025, with July and November meetings canceled by a government shutdown and several vacancies leaving the panel short-handed. Draft recommendations, including updates to cervical cancer screening and perinatal depression, remain pending as the group typically issues 20–25 guidance items annually but published only about five last year. Critics warn that political reshaping of federal advisory panels under Health Secretary RFK Jr. could further slow evidence-based recommendations.

via NBC News|
#federal-advisory-committees#health#health-policy
Founding USPSTF Members Warn of Threat to Preventive-Services Panel
health3 months ago

Founding USPSTF Members Warn of Threat to Preventive-Services Panel

Veteran members of the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force warn that HHS under Secretary RFK Jr. could undermine or dismantle the panel, potentially replacing its members, slashing its budget, or rewriting rules of evidence to revise or rescind recommendations, threatening coverage of A- and B-grade preventive services and eroding trust in evidence-based guidance; with several members' terms expired and four draft guidelines pending, the panel's future remains unclear.

via MedPage Today|
#evidence-based-medicine#health#health-policy
Small Daily Habits to Break If You Want to Live Longer
health3 months ago

Small Daily Habits to Break If You Want to Live Longer

Ten everyday habits can shorten lifespan, from skipping preventive care and neglecting social connections to clinging to outdated meds, inactivity, smoking, and poor sleep. Experts urge regular screenings, fostering positive relationships, reviewing medications, increasing physical activity, quitting smoking, following a Mediterranean-style diet, getting 7–9 hours of sleep, managing stress, and planning for future health and finances to improve longevity.

via HuffPost|
#aging#exercise#health
Medical Experts Reveal Essential Health Tips Often Overlooked
health5 months ago

Medical Experts Reveal Essential Health Tips Often Overlooked

A group of medical professionals shared essential health tips, emphasizing the importance of fiber intake, advanced directives, regular screenings, handwashing, financial aid for medical bills, breathing exercises, avoiding smoking, regular exercise, magnesium supplementation, knowing your medical conditions, wound care, regular doctor visits, nutrition knowledge, avoiding unnecessary antibiotics, and advocating for healthcare reform.

via BuzzFeed|
#health#health-tips#medical-advice
Experts Share Tips to Prevent Tendon Injuries
health5 months ago

Experts Share Tips to Prevent Tendon Injuries

Experts emphasize the importance of prompt care and proper management to prevent long-term damage from tendon injuries, which often result from overuse and may initially be silent. Early treatment, appropriate exercise timing, and preventive measures like warming up and good posture are crucial, while ongoing research explores regenerative therapies and innovative treatments to improve healing outcomes.

via upi.com|
#health#overuse-injuries#preventive-care
Lynch Syndrome Patient Faces Decision on Continuing Colonoscopies
health6 months ago

Lynch Syndrome Patient Faces Decision on Continuing Colonoscopies

A 79-year-old woman with Lynch syndrome is uncertain about continuing colonoscopies due to her age and cardiac risks. Dr. Roach explains that the decision to stop screening depends on individual health and risk factors, noting her lifetime colon cancer risk is about 20%, but her risk decreases with age. Both risks are low, so stopping is reasonable if she prefers, but continuing is also acceptable.

via The Detroit News|
#cardiac-risk#colon-cancer#colonoscopy