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Should I Get a Handheld Ultrasound?

Their speed and simplicity are especially valuable when timely decisions are critical

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Now Is Not the Time to Undo Adolescent Vaccination Policies

Rolling back the meningococcal vaccine recommendation would have far-reaching consequences

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FDA Plans to Ban Popular Cold Med

Data review shows that oral phenylephrine is not effective as a decongestant, agency says

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Mixed Bag for Clinicians Vying for House Seats

Some races still too close to call

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Nurse Burnout Linked to Reduced Patient Safety

It's time to move beyond simply teaching nurses to "tolerate a broken system," researcher says

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Doc Groups Blast 2.8% Cut in Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Final Rule

But extension of telehealth flexibilities and a change to primary care payment draw praise

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RFK Jr. Threatens the Very Fabric of Healthcare

A vote to give Kennedy power is a vote against public health

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The Robot Will See You Now

Robotics may not be the answer for primary care right now, but "smart systems" sure could help

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New Jersey Primary Care Physician and Veteran Is Running for Congress

Herb Conaway argues electing former President Trump would create a "tough road" for health equity

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Vote: Your Health and Your Patients' Health Depend on It

Civic participation is linked to better community health

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House Members Introduce Bill to Reverse Pending Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Cut

Measure includes a 1.8% pay increase for clinicians

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AirPods' Hearing Aid Feature Could Help People Face a Problem They'd Rather Ignore

Apple's new feature can boost voices, media, and phone calls, and maybe lessen stigma

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Blood Test for CRC Screening Lags Behind Other Options in Cost-Effectiveness Study

Fewer cancers, cancer deaths prevented; higher cost per quality-year saved

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A Look at the Supreme Court's Upcoming Term

Public health is on the chopping block once again

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Remote Patient Monitoring Is a Great Idea. But What's the Best Way to Use It?

We need to figure out how to collect data that patients can really act on

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Daylight Saving Ends Next Weekend: How to Prepare for the Potential Health Effects

What to know about "falling back"

FDA APPROVED sulopenem etzadroxil and probenecid (Orlynvah) over a computer rendering of a urinary tract infection.

FDA Approves Novel Treatment for UTIs

New oral antibiotic gets a nod for uncomplicated urinary tract infections

Patients More Satisfied With AI's Answers Than Those From Their Doctor

"We always think the gold standard is a doctor replying to a message themselves," says researcher

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ACIP Backs Extra COVID Vax Dose for Seniors, Pneumococcal Vax for Adults 50 and Up

CDC advisors also formalize recommendations on extra COVID vaccine doses in the immunocompromised

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New Elective for Med Students Gives Credit for Parenting, Caregiving

The elective allows new parents to spend time with their child while gaining knowledge

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Poor Sleep at Age 40 Linked to Accelerated Brain Aging

Sleep quality in early midlife predicted brain age 15 years later

A Look at Food-Related Illnesses at Restaurants Over the Years

While pretty rare for well-known restaurant chains, they do happen

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Asthma Drug Did Not Reduce Symptom Duration in Mild to Moderate COVID

Future studies should investigate whether getting montelukast earlier makes a difference

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The Myth of the Comprehensive 20-Minute Visit

We need to make more healthcare happen before and after the in-office appointment

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Potentially Large Cost Savings With Home-Based OCT for Neovascular AMD

Study suggests potential to eliminate a third of in-office visits without harming care

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Cataract Surgery Linked With Fewer Falls, Traumatic Injuries in Older Patients

Study adds leg and ankle fractures, intracranial hemorrhage to evidence on falls, hip fracture

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RSV Vaccine Tied to Fewer Hospitalizations, ED Visits in Older, High-Risk Adults

However, questions remain about durability of vaccine protection, expert says

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Retinal Injections May Increase Risk for Cataract Surgery Complications

History of injections tied to multiple postop complications, but data open to questioning

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Whooping Cough in the U.S. Is at a Decade-High Level

In Wisconsin, there have been about 1,000 cases so far this year versus a total of 51 last year

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'Virtual ED' Helps One Health System Avoid Unnecessary Emergency Department Visits

Half of patients referred to care at home, doctor's office, or urgent care

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CDC Reminds Docs About This Flesh-Eating Worm

Previously eradicated in the U.S., New World screwworms have been creeping north

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Hormonal IUDs Linked to Increased Breast Cancer Risk

Absolute risk remains low, however

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Are Surgical Outcomes Better With MDs or DOs?

Medicare claims analysis finds no differences in death, readmissions, and length of stay

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Can Aerosolized Nut Particles on a Plane Really Cause an Allergic Reaction?

Researchers look at the myth and the effectiveness of nut bans

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Want to Cut Urate Levels? Try Losing Weight

But Japanese study suggests losses need to be substantial

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Billing for Patient Messages May Have Negative Consequences, Analysis Suggests

A survey showed that physicians and patients were concerned about the effects of such fees

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Acupuncture for Sciatica: Will This Trial Finally Silence the Skeptics?

Findings from new study raise the bar

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Why Are Liver Disease Patients Being Left Behind?

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10M Pounds of Meat Recalled; Kentucky Nurse Wins Lottery; Crocs and Foot Issues

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To Improve Indigenous Health, Expand Community Health Aide Programs

Ensuring care access for remote communities is essential

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