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Access to health care and services for the Deaf: A scoping review of reviews [Health care services, delivery, and financing]

Annals of Family Medicine

Additional searches included searches on Google Scholar, manual searches, citation tracking and reference list screening. A consultation was conducted with eight members of the Deaf community to complete the results. Results: Thirteen reviews published in English from 2010 to 2023 were included. Popay et al.’s

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Implementation and Uptake of the Virginia Mental Health Access Program [Child and adolescent health]

Annals of Family Medicine

Increasing access to primary care clinicians who are better able to screen and treat pediatric mental health conditions can improve mental health and reduce unnecessary ED visits. Analysis: This is a secondary analysis of clinician participation and uptake of consultation and training for pediatric mental health in Virginia between 2016-2023.

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More than the rule of 2s: All about Meckel Diverticulum

PEMBlog

STAT Pearls, 2023 Wrap Up Meckel diverticulum is a congenital anomaly of the small intestine that can present with various clinical manifestations, including rectal bleeding and obstruction. The Meckel’s scan is the preferred diagnostic modality, and prompt surgical consultation may be necessary for symptomatic cases.

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Using technology to reclaim our time

Today's Hospitalist

By removing the need to constantly look at a screen or type notes, we can be more present and engaged, fostering stronger therapeutic relationships and improving patient satisfaction. Published July 26, 2023. Published October 11, 2023. Beyond time savings, ambient AI can enhance the quality of our patient interactions.

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Improving Mental Health: Strategies for Self-Care and Well-Being

Family Physicians of Greeley

Create a relaxing bedtime routine, avoid screens before bed, and ensure your sleeping environment is comfortable and conducive to restful sleep. If you struggle with sleep difficulties, consider implementing relaxation techniques or consulting with a healthcare professional.

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Logistics Unwrapped: A Roadmap to Successful FDA Meetings in In-Person and Hybrid Formats

FDA Law

If you are driving, stop at the vehicle screening facility and inform security that you are attending a meeting. citizens, including green card holders, must follow additional steps, so consult with your lead reviewer for guidance. The video equipment dynamically followed the speakers and presented them on the screen.

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You don’t need labs to medically clear a psych patient

PEMBlog

And we do this even when we know from years of growing evidence that the yield of these routinely ordered screening tests is very poor? Clinical utility of screening laboratory tests in pediatric psychiatric patients presenting to the emergency department for medical clearance. Hosp Pediatr (2023) 13 (1): 66–71 Ann Emerg Med.