PrEP uptake in MSM who inject drugs is low, although research shows this group is at higher risk for HIV acquisition through drug injections, sex, or both. Men who inject drugs and who have sex with men (MWIDSM) are at higher risk for HIV through...
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Efficacy and Safety of HDDT vs. FBQT for H. pylori Eradication
Efficacy and Safety of HDDT vs. FBQT for H. pylori Eradication
The following is a summary of “Clinical Impact of High-dose Esomeprazole-amoxicillin Dual Therapy as Rescue Treatment for Helicobacter pylori Infection: A Prospective, Multicenter, Randomized Trial,” published in the November 2024 issue of Gastroenterology by Wang...
Long-Term Health Decline Linked to Lower Respiratory Tract Infections
Long-Term Health Decline Linked to Lower Respiratory Tract Infections
The following is a summary of “Sex differences in the impact of lower respiratory tract infections on older adults’ health trajectories: a population-based cohort study,” published in the November 2024 issue of Infectious Disease by Abbadi et al. Older adults with...
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Core Outcome Set Development for Netherton Syndrome
Core Outcome Set Development for Netherton Syndrome
The following is a summary of “Developing a core outcome set for Netherton syndrome: An international multi-stakeholder e-Delphi consensus study,” published in the November 2024 issue of Dermatology by Nouwen et al. Netherton syndrome (NS), a rare genetic skin...
HDL-C Correlates with Nasal Colonization of Staphylococcus aureus
HDL-C Correlates with Nasal Colonization of Staphylococcus aureus
The following is a summary of “High-density lipoprotein cholesterol and nasal colonization of Staphylococcus aureus: results from the 2001–2004 National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES),” published in the November 2024 issue of Infectious Disease by...
Many Patients With Sepsis Die Within 2 Years of Admission
Many Patients With Sepsis Die Within 2 Years of Admission
A study at the European Emergency Medicine Congress found 50.6% of patients with sepsis died within 2 years of being admitted to the emergency department.
Efficacy and Safety of HDDT vs. FBQT for H. pylori Eradication
Efficacy and Safety of HDDT vs. FBQT for H. pylori Eradication
The following is a summary of “Clinical Impact of High-dose Esomeprazole-amoxicillin Dual Therapy as Rescue Treatment for Helicobacter pylori Infection: A Prospective, Multicenter, Randomized Trial,” published in the November 2024 issue of Gastroenterology by Wang...
Long-Term Health Decline Linked to Lower Respiratory Tract Infections
Long-Term Health Decline Linked to Lower Respiratory Tract Infections
The following is a summary of “Sex differences in the impact of lower respiratory tract infections on older adults’ health trajectories: a population-based cohort study,” published in the November 2024 issue of Infectious Disease by Abbadi et al. Older adults with...
Core Outcome Set Development for Netherton Syndrome
Core Outcome Set Development for Netherton Syndrome
The following is a summary of “Developing a core outcome set for Netherton syndrome: An international multi-stakeholder e-Delphi consensus study,” published in the November 2024 issue of Dermatology by Nouwen et al. Netherton syndrome (NS), a rare genetic skin...
HDL-C Correlates with Nasal Colonization of Staphylococcus aureus
HDL-C Correlates with Nasal Colonization of Staphylococcus aureus
The following is a summary of “High-density lipoprotein cholesterol and nasal colonization of Staphylococcus aureus: results from the 2001–2004 National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES),” published in the November 2024 issue of Infectious Disease by...
Many Patients With Sepsis Die Within 2 Years of Admission
Many Patients With Sepsis Die Within 2 Years of Admission
A study at the European Emergency Medicine Congress found 50.6% of patients with sepsis died within 2 years of being admitted to the emergency department.
CROI 2023
The latest news from CROI 2023 on HIV, includes abstracts, featured articles, and information about the conference.
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Healthy Aging: Volunteerism as Preventative Health
Healthy Aging: Volunteerism as Preventative Health
Reported health benefits of volunteering in older adults include: fewer physical limitations, lower depression, improved well-being, and decreased mortality.
Supporting Young People Through Puberty: Five Key Messages for Clinicians
Supporting Young People Through Puberty: Five Key Messages for Clinicians
The clinician’s role in supporting young people through puberty involves providing them with reassurance, knowledge, and health guidance.
Physician Leaders Have a Duty to Protect Healthcare Workers from Violence
Physician Leaders Have a Duty to Protect Healthcare Workers from Violence
As hospitals and clinics grapple with rising threats such as gun violence, the need to insure physician safety has become a critical issue.
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Physician MBA Programs Benefit Doctors & Patients
Physician MBA Programs Benefit Doctors & Patients
Physician MBA programs enable doctors to enact change in healthcare industry policies and improve their performance by making educated business decisions.
Defining the Standard of Care in Medical Malpractice
Defining the Standard of Care in Medical Malpractice
The standard of care definition can vary during medical malpractice cases, and physicians must prove they acted in accordance with good, accepted practice.
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Physicians Need to Identify Duplicate & Overlayed Patient Records
Physicians should employ strategies to avoid duplicate and overlay medical records, which can have detrimental impacts on patient healthcare.
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