Martha Garcia

Health & Medical Research Writer

C-Section Deliveries May Pose Long-Term Risk To Mother And Child: Study
January 30, 2018
A new study finds that cesarean section deliveries may pose long-term health risks to mother and child.
Hospital “Weekend Effect” Study Highlights Patient Risks During Off Hours
January 26, 2018
A new study reveals that while there have been improvements in the last 15 years, there is still a significantly higher risk of dying in a hospital on weekends and off-hours than during normal business hours.
Electronic Cigarettes Pose Higher Risks For Teens Than Adults: National Academies Report
January 24, 2018
A new federally commissioned study warns that while vaping may help adults quit smoking, it appears to increase the risk of smoking and health problems for teens.
Opioid Drug Refills Following Surgery Linked to Risk of Painkiller Abuse, Misuse
January 23, 2018
The findings of a new study indicate that the number of refills and the duration of use is a stronger determining factor in opioid abuse than dosage.
Laparoscopic Gastric Sleeve Not As Effective As Gastric Bypass Surgery: Study
January 22, 2018
A new study finds that gastric bypass surgery is more effective than sleeve gastrectomy, but carries some health risks.
“Tamper-Proof” Opioids Fail To Curb Drug Abuse: Study
January 18, 2018
An Australian study indicates that tamper-resistant pill designs did little to stave off or deter the opioid abuse crisis.