In other national news:

The United States Surgeon General notes "medicine is a profession in which emotional well-being is sorely lacking."His office has found that "many prescribers were never really trained in how to treat pain safely and effectively." Also, Health and Human Services Secretary Burwell said that her department has launched a "challenge grant" program intended to create a standard format for medical bills that is easier for patients to understand as well as other programs.

UnitedHealthcare, the nation’s largest health insurer is displaying physician’s patient satisfaction scoresas compiled by Healthgrades, including a five-star rating for the likelihood of recommending the physician to others.