Pinkie Swear
Medical cartoon by Van Scott in which patient asks doctor to pinkie swear that his medical information will remain private.
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Author: Teresa Sellinger
PW Trivia: U.S. State in Which Giving Birth is Most Expensive
PW trivia is focused on medical facts, history, and more. This week’s question is: In which U.S. state is giving birth most expensive?
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An Inside Look at Working During a Natural Disaster
Physicians’ shared their experiences working during natural disasters in response to a poll asking, “Have you experienced extreme weather events while working?”
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Q&A: Addressing Protein & Energy Intake in Patients With CKD
Greater protein intake in chronic kidney disease may lower mortality, and clinicians should routinely evaluate food intake with attention to energy and protein.
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Accommodating Exercise Preferences to Reduce Mortality Risk in Older Women
Recent findings showed that step-based and minute-based exercise were equally effective for reducing mortality risk in older women.
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How Physicians Can Navigate Ethical Conflicts When Caring for Patients
Ethical conflicts occur when caring for patients, so learning when to prioritize a patient’s needs over training/standard protocol is an important skill.
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Early Ultrasound Identifies Risk for Treatment Failure & Colectomy
Bowel wall thickness assessed via intestinal ultrasound may identify hospitalized patients with ulcerative colitis at higher risk for complications.
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Combined Valve Implantation Improves Severe Emphysema Outcomes
Combining Zephyr and Spiration valve therapy benefited patients with COPD and advanced pulmonary emphysema while imparting a manageable risk profile.
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AI Tool May Improve Reliability of MASH Clinical Trials
An AI measurement tool delivered accurate and reproducible scoring measures in MASH, including fibrosis and progression-free survival.
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Self-Care Education Reduces Nausea After SCT for Leukemia
A mobile app offering treatment and self-care information reduced nausea and vomiting in patients who underwent stem cell transplantation for leukemia.
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Revised McDonald Criteria Allows Earlier & More Precise MS Diagnosis
The McDonald criteria for the diagnosis of MS has been updated to allow diagnosis in asymptomatic people who have had a radiologically isolated syndrome.
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The Impact of Teamwork: How Physicians & Pharmacists Working Together Can Expand Awareness About the Benefits of Vaccination
Yvette C. Terrie, RPh, discusses different strategies physicians and pharmacists can use to ensure more patients are informed about the benefits of vaccination.
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Preparing Healthcare Teams & Patients for Potential Halloween Horrors
Halloween poses medical risks that impact healthcare professionals and patients, so preparing teams and educating patients on Halloween health hazards is key.
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The Impact of Stigma & Trauma on Addiction
The cycle of trauma and addiction can be interrupted by mental health professionals who combine trauma-informed care with stigma-free care
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PW Trivia: Most Popular Form of Contraception
PW trivia is focused on medical facts, history, and more. This week’s question is: What’s the most popular form of contraception in America?
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Mold Allergy May Contribute to Asthma Racial Disparities
Men and Black patients were more likely to have allergic sensitization to molds, and Aspergillus fumigatus was tied to worse asthma in Black patients.
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Comparing Endoscopic Sinus Surgeries for Chronic Rhinosinusitis
More extensive endoscopic sinus surgeries are associated with improved chronic rhinosinusitis outcomes, without a significant uptick in complications.
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Sweet MRI Thoughts
Medical cartoon about doctor telling patient to envision himself inside a Twinkie while in the MRI.
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What Is an Electronic ICU?
Due to a lack of intensivists in US hospitals, the popularity of eICUs is growing, but significant questions about its costs, resources, and benefits remain.
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AI Regulation in the Healthcare Industry & the Potential of AI
Collaborative healthcare industry regulation can unlock the potential of AI to greatly improve administrative and clinical aspects of the medical field.
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