Initiation of potentially inappropriate medication is associated with a higher risk of fractures and mortality, and higher hospital costs
(WorldNews Finland)

A recent study published in The European Journal of Health Economics finds that the initiation of potentially inappropriate medication (PIM) is associated with a higher risk of fracture-specific hospitalizations and mortality. Initiation of a PIM is also associated with higher hospital costs. The study was conducted on the basis of collaboration between the University of Eastern Finland, Fimea and The Social Insurance Institution of Finland. PIMs are defined as...