2022-06-23 15:33 |
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The Impact of Racial Disparities in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Atopic Dermatitis...
Jonathan Silverberg, MD, PhD, MPH, discusses the importance of considering racial disparities in the diagnosis and treatment of atopic dermatitis. Medscape... |
2022-06-23 15:18 |
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More Positive Phase 3 Results 'Raise the Bar' for Migraine Drug...
Secondary analyses of the phase 3 ADVANCE trial showed atogepant, a CGRP receptor antagonist, is superior to placebo across several migraine responder outcomes. Medscape Medical News... |
2022-06-23 14:56 |
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New Data, Film Highlight Islet Cell Transplantation Progress...
A new documentary, to be released June 24, shows the human side of islet cell transplantation research for type 1 diabetes and follows encouraging data presentations at two medical meetings. Medscape Medical News... |
2022-06-23 14:40 |
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Most Physicians Don't Notify Patients' Partners of STIs...
In a survey conducted in British Columbia, most physicians said that partner notification should be done by someone else. They also cited inaccurate information about patients' partners. Medscape Medical News... |
2022-06-23 14:17 |
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Leaks After Percutaneous LAAO and Stroke Risk...
Drs Christopher DeSimone and Mohamad Alkhouli discuss the prevalence of leaks following percutaneous left atrial appendage closure and the implications for stroke risk. Mayo Clinic... |
2022-06-23 13:58 |
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Marathons Aren't Madness, They're Mindfulness for Me...
For me, running and racing has been a way to cope with the demands of residency. Medscape Blogs... |
2022-06-22 20:49 |
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Rats Blamed for Spreading Disease More Than They Do...
Accused of transmitting viruses to humans, rats do not appear to be as culpable of spreading infectious diseases, researchers report. WebMD Health News... |
2022-06-22 20:41 |
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Acupuncture Deep Needling Points to Greater Headache Relief...
Achieving deqi sensation from deeper needling during acupuncture treatment may increase relief from chronic tension type headache pain, new research suggests. Medscape Medical News... |
2022-06-22 20:35 |
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Walmart Expands Health Services to Address Racial Inequality...
Walmart is expanding healthcare coverage for employees who want to enlist the services of a doula, a person trained to assist women during pregnancies. Associated Press... |
2022-06-22 20:29 |
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Why Is Adhering to Standard of Care So Elusive?...
Oncologist Jack West, MD, explores the chasm between recommendations and clinical practice. Medscape Oncology... |
2022-06-22 19:08 |
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Senators Reach Bipartisan Agreement on Gun Safety Bill...
US Senate negotiators have reached a final agreement on a bipartisan gun safety bill that could become the first gun control measure to pass Congress in nearly 30 years. WebMD Health News... |
2022-06-22 18:56 |
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Too Many of Our Plates Are Missing Immune-Boosting Microbes...
Only about 1 in 4 adults consume foods full of microbes that can help promote a healthy immune system, warn researchers who quantified the number of microorganisms per gram in common foods. WebMD Health News... |
2022-06-22 18:41 |
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UPenn Prof With Four Retractions 'May No Longer Be Affiliated' With School...
In May, we reported that Armstead was up to four retractions after the Journal of Neurotrauma had retracted three articles at the researcher's request. Retraction Watch... |
2022-06-22 18:20 |
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SC Medical Ethics Law Prompts Concerns Re: LGBTQ Healthcare...
The new South Carolina law allows physicians, medical students, and nurses to refrain from doing procedures that violate their conscience. Associated Press... |
2022-06-22 18:07 |
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Novel Drug for Relapsing-Remitting MS: New Phase 2 Data...
The second-generation selective DHODH inhibitor vidofludimus calcium met a phase 2 trial primary endpoint of suppressing new active lesions on MRI and was well tolerated. Medscape Medical News... |
2022-06-22 17:51 |
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Moderna: COVID Booster 'Potent' vs Newer Omicron Variants...
The vaccine manufacturer released data on its combination vaccine in development designed to protect against Omicron-specific SARS-CoV-2 strains. Medscape Medical News... |
2022-06-22 17:30 |
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SGLT2 Inhibitors vs GLP-1 Agonists: Go It Alone or Join Forces?...
Should SGLT2 Inhibitors and GLP-1 agonists be prescribed singly or jointly? Drs Matthew Budoff and Yehuda Handelsman discuss the options. American College of Cardiology & Medscape... |
2022-06-22 17:25 |
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Onset of Frequent Nightmares a Very Early Sign of Parkinson's?...
Many nonmotor symptoms appear years before formal diagnosis of Parkinson's disease, including frequent nightmares. Medscape Medical News... |
2022-06-22 17:20 |
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Harry Potter's World Similar to the Magic of Endocrinology...
Endocrinologists can't resist diagnosing patients, even after the clinical work is done. Dr Jessica Lilley offers her opinion on the potential conditions of characters from Harry Potter. Medscape Diabetes & Endocrinology... |
2022-06-22 16:47 |
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It's Official. Vitamins Don't Do Much for Health...
F. Perry Wilson summarizes the meager evidence behind a $30 billion market. Medscape... |
2022-06-22 16:25 |
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Introduce Allergens Early, Say French Allergologists...
Major studies inform new recommendations for introducing allergens to children at 4 months of age. The recommendations are based on the principle of primary prevention. Medscape Medical News... |
2022-06-22 14:19 |
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Episiotomy Declining, Still Above Acceptable Rate in Brazil...
The once-routine procedure is increasingly being used on a case-by-case basis. But it still is not being restricted to women at high risk for perineal laceration. Medscape Medical News... |
2022-06-22 14:16 |
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Bodychecking Experience Doesn't Lower Risk for Hockey Injuries...
More experience with bodychecking did not protect against injury in ice hockey players between ages 15 and 17 years. Rather, experience was associated with higher risk for injury. Medscape Medical News... |
2022-06-22 14:06 |
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Hypertensive Pregnancy Disorders Tied to Double Hypertension Risk...
Women -- especially Black women -- who experience gestational hypertension or pre-eclampsia during pregnancy are at risk for new hypertension as early as 10 years later. Medscape Medical News... |
2022-06-22 14:03 |
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3 Things You Shouldn't Say When Asking For An ID Consult...
Every provider has a list of pet peeves when it comes to communication. Medscape Blogs... |
2022-06-22 13:00 |
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Malpractice Case: What Could Have Prevented This Severe Stroke Outcome?...
Could physicians have averted this patient's poor stroke outcome? The Doctors Company... |
2022-06-22 12:03 |
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Biden Moves to Limit Nicotine Levels in Cigarettes...
The US Department of Health and Human Services posted a notice that details plans for a new rule which would specify the maximum amount of nicotine allowed in certain tobacco products. Medscape Medical News... |
2022-06-21 21:00 |
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Despite Another COVID Surge, Deaths Remain Low...
The recent death toll breaks with the trend seen so far during the pandemic, where deaths tend to rise a few weeks after a surge in infections. WebMD Health News... |
2022-06-21 20:34 |
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COVID Vaccination in DMT-Treated MS Patients: New Data...
COVID rates after vaccination are relatively low and cases mild in patients with multiple sclerosis treated with disease-modifying therapies but vaccine antibody response is lower with anti-CD20 therapies. Medscape Medical News... |
2022-06-21 18:27 |
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Palpitations? Here Are Three Therapeutic Options...
Drs Matthew Watto and Paul Williams discuss clinical pearls for assessment, monitoring, and treatment of palpitations. The Curbsiders... |
2022-06-21 17:37 |
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Evidence Still Lacking That Vitamins Prevent CVD, Cancer: USPSTF...
In its final recommendation statement on the subject, the task force does, however, recommend against use of vitamin E and beta-carotene. Medscape Medical News... |
2022-06-21 16:54 |
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5 Things to Know About Ehrlichiosis and Anaplasmosis...
Ehrlichiosis and anaplasmosis are emerging but underrecognized tickborne diseases in the United States CDC Expert Commentary... |
2022-06-21 14:54 |
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Broccoli Reigns Supreme As America's Favorite Veggie...
Broccoli takes home the win in Green Giant's annual survey. WebMD Health News... |
2022-06-21 14:51 |
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Empagliflozin Eyed for Outpatient Chronic Hyponatremia...
The SGLT2 inhibitor increased sodium and reduced neurocognitive dysfunction in patients with chronic hyponatremia due to the syndrome of inappropriate antidiuresis. Medscape Medical News... |
2022-06-21 14:39 |
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Pandemic Public Health Measures May Have Eased Kawasaki Disease...
The incidence of Kawasaki disease in the United States declined by 28.2% between 2018 and 2020. Medscape Medical News... |
2022-06-21 13:48 |
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What Your Personal Statement Doesn't Say About You...
An emergency medicine resident pays homage to the hardest part of your ERAS application. Medscape Blogs... |
2022-06-21 13:31 |
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To Predict Mortality, You Need a Leg to Stand On...
The failure to last at least 10 seconds on a one-legged standing test was linked to dramatically increased odds of dying among middle-aged and older people, a new study found. Medscape Medical News... |
2022-06-21 13:10 |
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New Saliva-Based COVID-19 Test Provides Rapid Results...
A test that uses a smartphone and works like a glucose reader could enable diagnosis and treatment to begin during a single office visit. It also can adapt to new COVID-19 variants. Medscape Medical News... |
2022-06-20 20:46 |
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Shots for Tots: COVID Vaccinations Start for Little US Kids...
The nation's infants, toddlers, and preschoolers are finally getting their chance at COVID-19 vaccination as the US rolls out shots for tots this week. Associated Press... |
2022-06-20 20:16 |
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Sweet Holey Pillow Dreams...
Dr Lundberg treats his own suspicious ear lesion. Did he have a fool for a patient? Medscape Internal Medicine... |
2022-06-20 19:44 |
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No Clear Answers From MS Drug Discontinuation Trial...
The first randomized trial to examine if older adults with multiple sclerosis can discontinue disease-modifying therapy after years of being relapse-free failed to deliver a definitive conclusion. Medscape Medical News... |
2022-06-20 19:22 |
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What's the Best Time of Day to Exercise? It Depends on Your Goals...
Exercise anytime is good, but more and more research shows the right timing can make it even better. WebMD Health News... |
2022-06-20 18:07 |
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North Korea Reports Outbreak of Another Infectious Disease...
The new outbreak, which was first reported on Thursday, comes amid a wave of SARS-CoV-2 infections, chronic food shortages, and economic struggles. WebMD Health News... |
2022-06-20 16:57 |
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How Can Teleworkers Stay Mentally and Physically Healthy?...
Speakers at the Spanish Congress of Occupational Medicine and Nursing discussed ways that teleworkers can reduce stress, prevent back pain, and increase social connection. Medscape Medical News... |
2022-06-20 15:49 |
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Infographic: Physician Wealth Climbs, With More Worth $5 Million-Plus...
Thanks to prudent saving and investing, good fortune, and other factors, many physicians are amassing significant wealth. How many doctors now have net worth over $5 million? Medscape... |
2022-06-20 15:01 |
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Health Canada Decommissions COVID Alert App...
The Canadian government retired an app that had been intended to notify users who had been in contact with someone who had tested positive for COVID-19. Medscape Medical News... |
2022-06-20 14:47 |
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The Safest Option for Menopausal Hormone Therapy...
Amid new evidence on the hormone replacement therapybreast cancer link, Dr Andrew Kaunitz explains how he counsels menopausal women. Medscape Ob/Gyn... |
2022-06-20 14:24 |
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Could a Type 2 Diabetes Drug Tackle Kidney Stones?...
A pooled data analysis of trials of the SGLT2 inhibitor empagliflozin in type 2 diabetes suggests it may lower the risk of kidney stones. However, this is early research. Medscape Medical News... |
2022-06-20 14:10 |
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New Advances in Obesity Management, but Challenges Remain...
Weight management is the driver of all chronic diseases, contends Dr Donna Ryan, who discusses her extensive experience in researching obesity and her optimism for new medication advances. Medscape Diabetes & Endocrinology... |
2022-06-20 13:54 |
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Why I've Changed My Mind About Shared Decision-Making...
Shared decision-making is too often an excuse for dubious care, leading this cardiologist to have a change of heart. theheart.org on Medscape... |