Health Headlines for Monday, October 17
U.S. diabetics have worsening blood sugar control
Reuters
The number of U.S. diabetics with healthy blood sugar levels has declined in recent years, a study suggests.
Sleep apnea may up risk of type 2 diabetes
Reuters
Obstructive sleep apnea is linked with an increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes, new research shows.
Savings? Yes. But Narrow Health Networks Also Show Troubling Signs.
New York Times
You probably chafe a bit every time you learn that a certain doctor or hospital isn’t part of your insurance network.
All hands on deck vs. the opioid crisis: U.S. Attorney Preet Bharara explains his battle plan to attack the scourge
New York Daily News
The images are heartbreaking. A 2-year-old girl in pink pajamas tugs on her mother’s sleeve as she lies unresponsive in a supermarket aisle.
Step-by-step: How to pick best Medicare Advantage plan for you
USA Today
Open enrollment for Medicare is underway through Dec. 7, so if you’re in the program and want to switch plans, now’s the time to shop.