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Top 5 States for Travel Healthcare Positions in Summer 2025

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MAY 15, 2025

We’ve examined our job listings and found 5 states seeking locum tenens providers in summer 2025. We currently have many locum tenens jobs open in California—from family practice, to pediatrics, and more. So, as summer heats up, what are the best states for travel healthcare positions? Looking for the Best Healthcare Jobs?

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DASH Diet for Diabetes With Low Sodium Reduces BP in Those With Diabetes

Physician's Weekly

JUNE 18, 2025

WEDNESDAY, June 18, 2025 (HealthDay News) — The Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension for Diabetes (DASH4D) diet with lower sodium is tied to clinically meaningful blood pressure reduction in people with diabetes, according to a study published online June 9 in JAMA Internal Medicine. Pilla, M.D., All rights reserved.

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AI Model Can Aid Physicians in Skin Cancer Diagnoses

Physician's Weekly

JUNE 17, 2025

TUESDAY, June 17, 2025 (HealthDay News) — The PanDerm artificial intelligence (AI) model improves skin cancer diagnosis when used by doctors, according to a research article published online June 6 in Nature Medicine. Abstract/Full Text Copyright © 2025 HealthDay. All rights reserved.

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Mailed Self-Collection Kits Increase Rates of Cervical Cancer Screening

Physician's Weekly

JUNE 11, 2025

WEDNESDAY, June 11, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Mailed self-collection (SC) kits may increase participation in cervical cancer screening, according to a study published online June 6 in JAMA Internal Medicine. Abstract/Full Text Copyright © 2025 HealthDay. Montealegre, Ph.D., All rights reserved.

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Passive Digital Marker Can Identify Childhood Asthma Risk

Physician's Weekly

JUNE 17, 2025

TUESDAY, June 17, 2025 (HealthDay News) — It is feasible to use electronic health record (EHR) data in the Pediatric Asthma Risk Score (PARS) to accurately predict childhood asthma risk, according to a study published in the June issue of eClinicalMedicine. Abstract/Full Text Copyright © 2025 HealthDay. All rights reserved.

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FDA Approves Polypill Widaplik for Hypertension

Physician's Weekly

JUNE 11, 2025

WEDNESDAY, June 11, 2025 (HealthDay News) — The U.S. More Information Copyright © 2025 HealthDay. Food and Drug Administration has approved Widaplik (telmisartan, amlodipine, and indapamide) for the treatment of hypertension in adults. ” The approval of Widaplik was granted to George Medicines. All rights reserved.

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CT Colonography Cost-Effective, Clinically Effective for CRC Screening

Physician's Weekly

JUNE 16, 2025

MONDAY, June 16, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Computed tomography colonography (CTC) is cost-effective and clinically effective for colorectal cancer (CRC) screening, according to a study published online June 10 in Radiology. Abstract/Full Text Editorial (subscription or payment may be required) Copyright © 2025 HealthDay.

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Cessation of Public Water Fluoridation Would Increase Tooth Decay

Physician's Weekly

JUNE 10, 2025

TUESDAY, June 10, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Cessation of public water fluoridation would increase tooth decay and health system costs in the United States, according to a study published online May 30 in JAMA Health Forum. Abstract/Full Text Copyright © 2025 HealthDay. Sung Eun Choi, Ph.D., All rights reserved.

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Prescribing ADHD Meds by Telehealth Does Not Alter Risk for Substance Use Disorder Overall

Physician's Weekly

JUNE 17, 2025

TUESDAY, June 17, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Receipt of a stimulant prescription for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) via telehealth is not associated with an increased risk for substance use disorder (SUD), according to a study published online June 11 in The American Journal of Psychiatry. Vinod Rao, M.D.,

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Adherence to Healthy Diet Improves Cardiometabolic Risk, Even Without Weight Loss

Physician's Weekly

JUNE 11, 2025

WEDNESDAY, June 11, 2025 (HealthDay News) — A healthy diet improves cardiometabolic risk factors, even if not associated with weight loss (WL), according to a study published online June 5 in the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology. Abstract/Full Text Copyright © 2025 HealthDay. Anat Yaskolka Meir, Ph.D.,

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USPSTF: Screen Women of Reproductive Age for Intimate Partner Violence

Physician's Weekly

JUNE 24, 2025

TUESDAY, June 24, 2025 (HealthDay News) — The U.S. Evidence Report (subscription or payment may be required) Final Recommendation Statement (subscription or payment may be required) Editorial (subscription or payment may be required) Copyright © 2025 HealthDay. Cynthia Feltner, M.D., All rights reserved.

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Midea Recalls 1.7 Million AC Units Over Mold Risk

Physician's Weekly

JUNE 11, 2025

WEDNESDAY, June 11, 2025 (HealthDay News) — More than 1.7 The air conditioners were sold between March 2020 and May 2025 at major retailers like Best Buy, Costco and Home Depot. SOURCE: CBS News , June 6, 2025 Copyright © 2025 HealthDay. They cost between $280 and $500. All rights reserved. The post Midea Recalls 1.7

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New Mothers Face Significant Loss of Uninterrupted Sleep

Physician's Weekly

JUNE 12, 2025

THURSDAY, June 12, 2025 (HealthDay News) — New mothers face a significant loss of uninterrupted sleep through week 13 postpartum, according to a study presented at SLEEP 2025, the annual meeting of the Associated Professional Sleep Societies, held from June 8 to 11 in Seattle. Teresa Lillis, Ph.D., All rights reserved.

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Zicam and Orajel Swabs Recalled for Possible Fungal Contamination

Physician's Weekly

JUNE 12, 2025

THURSDAY, June 12, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Some nasal and baby teething swabs from Zicam and Orajel are being recalled across the country because they may be contaminated with fungus, U.S. SOURCE: CBS News , June 11, 2025 Copyright © 2025 HealthDay. health officials said. The recall was announced by the U.S.

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Parent-Reported Firearm Storage Poor Estimator of Teen Perceived Access

Physician's Weekly

JUNE 16, 2025

MONDAY, June 16, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Parent-reported firearm storage seems to be a poor estimator of teen perceived firearm access, according to a study published online June 10 in JAMA Network Open. Abstract/Full Text Copyright © 2025 HealthDay. Katherine G. Hastings, M.P.H., All rights reserved.

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988 Contacted More Than 16 Million Times From Its Launch to December 2024

Physician's Weekly

JUNE 11, 2025

WEDNESDAY, June 11, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Opportunities remain to increase use of the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, according to a research letter published online June 9 in JAMA Network Open. Abstract/Full Text Copyright © 2025 HealthDay. Jonathan Purtle, Dr.P.H., “The past-year 988 contact rate of 23.7

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Hyperinsulinemia Linked to Abnormal Uterine Bleeding

Physician's Weekly

JUNE 10, 2025

TUESDAY, June 10, 2025 (HealthDay News) — In premenopausal women, hyperinsulinemia is associated with abnormal uterine bleeding (AUB), with body mass index (BMI) playing a role in this association, according to a study published online June 3 in Menopause. Salcedo, D.O., medical director of The Menopause Society, said in a statement.

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Parents Delaying Introduction of Nuts and Eggs, Tied to Increase in Food Allergy Risk

Physician's Weekly

JUNE 11, 2025

WEDNESDAY, June 11, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Most highly allergenic foods are introduced to infants at 6 to 9 months, but introduction of eggs and nuts is delayed beyond age 1 year in a large proportion of infants, according to a study published online April 30 in the European Journal of Clinical Nutrition. All rights reserved.

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Higher Daily Walking Volume, Intensity Tied to Lower Risks for Low Back Pain

Physician's Weekly

JUNE 17, 2025

TUESDAY, June 17, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Daily walking volume and walking intensity are inversely associated with the risk for chronic low back pain (LBP), according to a study published online June 13 in JAMA Network Open. Abstract/Full Text Copyright © 2025 HealthDay. All rights reserved.

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Mean Age of Moms at First Birth Increased From 2016 to 2023

Physician's Weekly

JUNE 16, 2025

MONDAY, June 16, 2025 (HealthDay News) — From 2016 to 2023, there was an increase in the mean age of mothers at first birth and at higher-order births, according to the June 13 National Vital Statistics Reports , a publication from the National Center for Health Statistics. ” Abstract/Full Text Copyright © 2025 HealthDay.

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Incidence Rates of Appendiceal Adenocarcinoma Increasing

Physician's Weekly

JUNE 16, 2025

MONDAY, June 16, 2025 (HealthDay News) — The incidence rates of appendiceal adenocarcinoma (AA) increased after 1945, according to a study published online June 10 in the Annals of Internal Medicine. Abstract/Full Text (subscription or payment may be required) Copyright © 2025 HealthDay. Andreana N. Holowatyj, Ph.D.,

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‘Gas Station Heroin’ Spurs Spike in Poison Control Calls, FDA Warns

Physician's Weekly

JUNE 17, 2025

TUESDAY, June 17, 2025 (HealthDay News) — The small, colorful bottles hawked at convenience stores, smoke shops and filling stations as cognitive supplements or energy are often called “gas station heroin.” ” SOURCE: Associated Press , June 14, 2025 Copyright © 2025 HealthDay. ” And, the U.S.

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Trader Joe’s Recalls Garlic Cheese Curds Due to Listeria Risk

Physician's Weekly

JUNE 23, 2025

MONDAY, June 23, 2025 (HealthDay News) — A cheese sold at Trader Joe’s has been recalled due to possible listeria contamination. SOURCE: FDA, June 21, 2025 Copyright © 2025 HealthDay. The product is Face Rock Creamery’s Vampire Slayer Garlic Cheese Curds. The affected packages are marked with the “Use BY 082925” date.

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FDA Recalls Chocolate Candies Over Milk Allergy Risk

Physician's Weekly

JUNE 23, 2025

MONDAY, June 23, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Chocolate candy sold across the U.S. SOURCE: CBS News , June 21, 2025 Copyright © 2025 HealthDay. is being recalled because it may contain milk that isn’t listed on the label, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) said. CBS News reported. Food and Drug Administration.

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BowFlex Recalls 3.8 Million Dumbbells After Injury Reports

Physician's Weekly

JUNE 10, 2025

TUESDAY, June 10, 2025 (HealthDay News) — BowFlex , a fitness equipment brand, is recalling more than 3.8 SOURCE: CBS News , June 9, 2025 Copyright © 2025 HealthDay. million adjustable dumbbells because their weight plates can fall off and hurt users. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). . All rights reserved.

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Waist-to-Height Ratio Predicts Liver Steatosis and Fibrosis

Physician's Weekly

JUNE 18, 2025

WEDNESDAY, June 18, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Waist-to-height ratio (WHtR) outperforms body mass index (BMI) in detecting the risk for liver disease, according to a study published in the July issue of the Journal of the Endocrine Society. ” Abstract/Full Text Copyright © 2025 HealthDay. Agbaje, M.D.,

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Prenatal PFAS Exposure Linked to Elevated BP Through Adolescence

Physician's Weekly

JUNE 16, 2025

MONDAY, June 16, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Prenatal exposure to specific perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) is associated with offspring blood pressure (BP) through age 18 years, according to a study published online June 12 in the Journal of the American Heart Association. Zeyu Li, M.S.P.H., All rights reserved.

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AAP Updates Recommendations for Adolescent Contraceptive Counseling

Physician's Weekly

JUNE 16, 2025

MONDAY, June 16, 2025 (HealthDay News) — In a policy statement issued by the American Academy of Pediatrics and published online June 16 in Pediatrics , updated recommendations are presented for providing adolescent patients with contraceptive counseling and methods. ” Abstract/Full Text Copyright © 2025 HealthDay.

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Attrition Rates High Among Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual Medical Students

Physician's Weekly

JUNE 11, 2025

WEDNESDAY, June 11, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Medical school attrition rates are high among lesbian, gay, or bisexual (LGB) medical students, according to a research letter published online June 10 in JAMA Network Open. Abstract/Full Text Copyright © 2025 HealthDay. All rights reserved.

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Greater Epigenetic Age Seen in Patients With Pediatric-Onset MS

Physician's Weekly

JUNE 17, 2025

TUESDAY, June 17, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Individuals with pediatric-onset multiple sclerosis (POMS) have greater epigenetic age and age acceleration residual (AAR) compared with age-similar controls, according to a study published online June 3 in Neurology. Christopher Goyne, M.D., All rights reserved.

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NIH to Fund $10M in Long-Term Health Studies After Ohio Train Disaster

Physician's Weekly

JUNE 23, 2025

MONDAY, June 23, 2025 (HealthDay News) — The National Institutes of Health (NIH) will fund studies of the long-term health effects of a 2023 Ohio train derailment that released more than 1 million pounds of hazardous chemicals into the soil, air and water. SOURCE: CNN, June 23, 2025 Copyright © 2025 HealthDay.

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After Dobbs, 42 Percent of Surveyed Abortion Providers in Abortion-Ban States Relocated

Physician's Weekly

JUNE 17, 2025

Abstract/Full Text Copyright © 2025 HealthDay. “Given that most study respondents provided both abortion and nonabortion health care, these accelerated relocations have implications for abortion access and for the broader maternal health workforce, exacerbating health care deserts and outcome disparities,” the authors write.

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RFK Jr. Hires Autism Skeptic To Look Into CDC Autism Data

Physician's Weekly

JUNE 12, 2025

THURSDAY, June 12, 2025 (HealthDay News) — A longtime vaccine critic hired by Health Secretary Robert F. SOURCE: The Wall Street Journal , June 5, 2025 Copyright © 2025 HealthDay. Kennedy Jr. is reviewing safety data in an effort to revisit debunked claims that vaccines may cause autism. More information The U.S.

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Top 5 States for Travel Healthcare Positions in Summer 2025

DASH Diet for Diabetes With Low Sodium Reduces BP in Those With Diabetes

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AI Model Can Aid Physicians in Skin Cancer Diagnoses

Mailed Self-Collection Kits Increase Rates of Cervical Cancer Screening

Passive Digital Marker Can Identify Childhood Asthma Risk

FDA Approves Polypill Widaplik for Hypertension

CT Colonography Cost-Effective, Clinically Effective for CRC Screening

Cessation of Public Water Fluoridation Would Increase Tooth Decay

Prescribing ADHD Meds by Telehealth Does Not Alter Risk for Substance Use Disorder Overall

Adherence to Healthy Diet Improves Cardiometabolic Risk, Even Without Weight Loss

USPSTF: Screen Women of Reproductive Age for Intimate Partner Violence

Midea Recalls 1.7 Million AC Units Over Mold Risk

New Mothers Face Significant Loss of Uninterrupted Sleep

Zicam and Orajel Swabs Recalled for Possible Fungal Contamination

Parent-Reported Firearm Storage Poor Estimator of Teen Perceived Access

988 Contacted More Than 16 Million Times From Its Launch to December 2024

Hyperinsulinemia Linked to Abnormal Uterine Bleeding

Parents Delaying Introduction of Nuts and Eggs, Tied to Increase in Food Allergy Risk

Higher Daily Walking Volume, Intensity Tied to Lower Risks for Low Back Pain

Mean Age of Moms at First Birth Increased From 2016 to 2023

Incidence Rates of Appendiceal Adenocarcinoma Increasing

‘Gas Station Heroin’ Spurs Spike in Poison Control Calls, FDA Warns

Trader Joe’s Recalls Garlic Cheese Curds Due to Listeria Risk

FDA Recalls Chocolate Candies Over Milk Allergy Risk

BowFlex Recalls 3.8 Million Dumbbells After Injury Reports

Waist-to-Height Ratio Predicts Liver Steatosis and Fibrosis

Prenatal PFAS Exposure Linked to Elevated BP Through Adolescence

AAP Updates Recommendations for Adolescent Contraceptive Counseling

Attrition Rates High Among Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual Medical Students

Greater Epigenetic Age Seen in Patients With Pediatric-Onset MS

NIH to Fund $10M in Long-Term Health Studies After Ohio Train Disaster

After Dobbs, 42 Percent of Surveyed Abortion Providers in Abortion-Ban States Relocated

RFK Jr. Hires Autism Skeptic To Look Into CDC Autism Data

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