VALUE ASSESSMENT

Jul 18 2025HEALTH

How to Make Healthcare Decisions That Matter

Healthcare decisions are tough. They involve complex choices about what treatments and services are worth the cost. In today's political climate, it's more important than ever to figure out how to assess the value of healthcare services and procedures. People often ask, \"What treatments are effective and affordable? \" This is a big question. The answer isn't simpl...

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Jun 18 2025HEALTH

Albumin Levels and Sepsis: A Closer Look

Sepsis is a serious condition that happens when the body's response to an infection causes tissue damage. It can be deadly. One way doctors try to predict how well a patient will do is by checking their albumin levels. Albumin is a protein found in blood. It plays a big role in keeping fluids balanced in the body. Doctors have been looking into how changes in al...

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May 30 2025HEALTH

The Need to Expand What We Mean by Value in Cancer Trials

Cancer trials typically focus on how well a treatment works and how safe it is. But there's more to consider. Patients also deal with how treatment affects their daily lives, their finances, and the time it takes. These factors are just as important. They can greatly influence a patient's experience and overall well-being. A new idea is to look at cancer trials in a...

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