Updates
More Americans taking nutritional supplements, but the investment may not pay off
Americans spend $37 billion a year on nutritional supplements ranging from vitamins to sleep aids…
Seeing your doctor? Don’t forget your question list
A growing body of research finds educated consumers receive more effective care and they also often see lower overall…
Feeling overwhelmed by your health care questions or concerns? An advocate can help
When it comes to navigating the complexities of health care, it’s almost always a good idea to have a trusted person…
Oregon hospitals’ profits up, charity care costs down in 2015
A new report released by the Oregon Health Authority shows Oregon hospitals have the healthiest profit margins since…
New website makes hospitals easy to compare
Consumers don’t always have a choice of hospitals, especially in emergencies. However, several new tools can help…
Drug coupons keep drug prices high
[column md=”6″] [/column] [column md=”6″] Reporter Charles Ornstein made an eye-opening…
Dangerous New Breed of Pharma Companies
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American College of Physicians recommends antidote to escalating drug prices
Health care consumers in the United States often pay more for prescription drugs than consumers in other countries.
California, Oregon, other states want Big Pharma to ‘pull back the curtain’
Prescription drug prices are among the biggest health care issues in state capitols across the nation. L.A. Times…
Q and A with a doctor:
[column md=”6″] [/column] [column md=”6″] Empowered consumers ensures lower costs, high…