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Frailty Triples Odds of More Severe RSV Illness

Physician's Weekly

Most patients (71.0%) had received the current season’s RSV vaccine. In addition, frailty was significantly associated with severe RSV outcomes , including more extended hospital stays and higher rates of ICU admission. Additionally, 63.8% of the patients were women.

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Finding the Right Clinic: A Guide to Quality Care

Plum Health

It's the first point of contact for all your medical needs, from routine check-ups to managing chronic conditions. Patients who have a trusted primary care doctor are more likely to follow medical advice, manage their chronic conditions effectively, and ultimately enjoy better health outcomes.

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Should we prioritize the unvaccincated for treatment? Govind Persad and Emily Largent

GeriPal

They argue that the current guidelines, which prioritize immunocompromised people and unvaccinated older people on the same level, should be re-done to prioritize the immunocompromised first, and additionally move up older vaccinated individuals or vaccinated persons with comorbidities. It’s shaming on vaccinated people.

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Texas invests $50M in psychedelic drug research to treat addiction

Medical Xpress

The law directs Texas universities and hospitals to lead the research. Ibogaine shows potential for promoting neuroplasticity and aiding recovery, though it carries cardiac risks that require careful management. It also makes sure the state keeps a share in future profits if the drug is approved.

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8 Reasons Why Family Physicians are the Actual Stars of Medicine

Family Medicine Initiative

GPs Are the Backbone of Effective Healthcare Systems Countries with a stronger focus on primary care and family medicine, rather than on hospitals and specialists, enjoy better health, 1 , 2 lower health inequalities, 2 , 3 and prevent hospitalizations. 2 , 4 I believe this is crucial and that all politicians should know about it.

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Flu Season 2024-2025: CDC Reports Worst Outbreak in Years

Physicians News Digest

Health officials are urging the public to take preventive measures as hospitals nationwide grapple with a surge in influenza cases. Among the most vulnerable groups, the elderly, young children, and individuals with pre-existing health conditions are experiencing severe complications.

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Hospital-at-Home: Bruce Leff and Tacara Soones

GeriPal

Summary Transcript Summary Hospitals are hazardous places for older adults. These hazards include delirium, malnutrition, falls, infections, and hospital associated disability (which about ⅓ of older adults get during a hospital stay). 2020 Hospital at Home-Plus: A Platform of Facility-Based Care. Annals of Int Med.

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