Healio Minute Tuesday, Dec. 4, 2012 Edition: Flu coming at you, specialists win one, statins win summary judgment

What just happened in medicine and why do you care?

Leading indicators look good: If you’re rooting for the flu

Healio.com/Infectious Disease: CDC data indicates speed and strains are right for a heavy dose of flu. The good news? Vaccine appears to be a good match. Read more.

Carpal tunnel diagnosis: Specialists win the day

Healio.com/Orthopedics: Ultrasound confirmation by specialists rated more cost-effective than those administered by general practitioners. Read more.

Statins plus exercise: Whole may be greater than sum of parts

Healio.com/Cardiology: Researchers surprised by reduced mortality from statins plus moderate exercise. Read more.

Respiratory infections and heart attacks: Another piece of the puzzle

Healio.com/Infectious Disease: Risk of acute myocardial infarction found higher in first 3 days after respiratory infection; role of influenza still unclear. Read more.

That iPhone already close to your heart? It just got closer

Healio.com/Cardiology: FDA approves iPhone compatible electrocardiogram device that stores rhythm strips in the cloud. Read more.