KevinMD

JUNE 19, 2025

Hidden in the darkness of the heart or in the blinding headlights of the world, thoughts transformed into words seek to escape. They long to be heard, and absorbed by others. However, these words must first find the courage to be expressed, released from the recesses where they have been buried by fear, pain or Read more… Finding healing in narrative medicine: When words replace silence originally appeared in KevinMD.com.

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The Medical Futurist

JUNE 19, 2025

In medical practice, vital signs have traditionally focused on four primary measurements , namely body temperature, pulse rate, breathing rate and blood pressure. These measure the basic functions of one’s body, helping clinicians assess the general health and recovery progress of patients. Recently, a new trend has emerged where artificial intelligence (AI)-based apps are detecting vital signs as well as possible illness indicators from patients’ faces alone.

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KevinMD

JUNE 19, 2025

Professional coaching can contribute to personal growth and development by providing encouragement and support using a handful of simple techniques designed for deepening exploration in a co-created working relationship. Focuses can be wide ranging and include development and clarification of goals, refining communication, boundary setting, and conflict management skills.

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Physician's Weekly

JUNE 19, 2025

A novel, portable assay can deliver TB diagnoses in under an hour at low cost using samples of blood, saliva, or sputum, according to a recent study. Researchers have engineered a portable “lab‑in‑tube” (LIT) assay that detects Mycobacterium tuberculosis (Mtb) DNA directly from blood, saliva, or sputum in less than 60 minutes at a relatively low cost, according to a study published in Science Translational Medicine.

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KevinMD

JUNE 19, 2025

The vast majority of my physician colleagues understand the value of interoperability for their patients and their ability to deliver high-quality care. In the rare cases that I encounter a clinician who is unsure of interoperability’s benefits, I simply tell them that it creates a situation where everyone wins: Providers deliver better, safer, less expensive Read more… Why interoperability is key to achieving the quintuple aim in health care originally appeared in KevinMD.com.

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Dr Chatterjee

JUNE 19, 2025

Dr William Li shares how certain foods can stimulate and protect our vital stem cells, which enhances our body’s natural ability to regenerate and heal.

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KevinMD

JUNE 19, 2025

The first rule of being a doctor is not “do no harm.” It’s “mind your own business.” You won’t find it in the ethics textbooks. It’s not part of any formal curriculum. But ask around—quietly, privately—and most seasoned clinicians will tell you the same thing: the people who ask too many questions don’t last long.

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KevinMD

JUNE 19, 2025

Subscribe to The Podcast by KevinMD. Watch on YouTube. Catch up on old episodes! Pediatrician Sarah Webber discusses her article, “Why it’s so hard to admit when we don’t like our jobs.” The conversation is a vulnerable look into her personal experience with burnout just nine months into what she thought was her dream job Read more… When your dream job becomes a nightmare [PODCAST] originally appeared in KevinMD.com.

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The Clinical Problem Solvers

JUNE 19, 2025

[link] We continue our campaign to #EndNeurophobia, with the help of Dr. Aaron Berkowitz. This time, Bayan presents a case of altered mental status to Aye. Neurology DDx Schema Bayan Al Zoabu Bayan is a senior medical student from Syria with a passion for neurology and a drive to make a difference in healthcare. From founding a screening initiative for congenital conditions in children to working with other students and residents to create the NeuroAnki flashcard deck to help neurology residen

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KevinMD

JUNE 19, 2025

A nation that can map the human genome, transplant a face, and land rovers on Mars somehow cannot guarantee its citizens a timely doctor’s appointment. The official story blames “complex market forces,” “geographic maldistribution,” or the ever-handy “burnout.” But beneath the diagnostic babble lies a simpler, more uncomfortable truth: A powerful medical guild has learned Read more… When the white coats become gatekeepers: How a quiet cartel strangles Am

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Physician's Weekly

JUNE 19, 2025

Mental health and SUD bias impact the quality of ED care that patients with these conditions receive for physical health concerns, according to research. Patients with documented mental illness or substance use disorders (SUDs) continue to encounter a mixed—sometimes starkly divergent—quality of emergency department (ED) care when they present with chest pain, abdominal pain, or other non‑psychiatric complaints, according to a patient‑interview study published in Health Services Research.

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Barton Associates

JUNE 19, 2025

There’s a lot that goes into running a healthcare facility , from managing patient care to ensuring adequate coverage around the clock. In these complex and ever-changing environments, staffing challenges can quickly become a critical issue, impacting both patient care quality and operational efficiency. In fact, hospitals, clinics, and other facilities are already reeling from a shortage of providers and it’s hurting patients— according to the United States Department of Health and Human Servic

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Physician's Weekly

JUNE 19, 2025

High blood urea nitrogen to albumin ratio values in patients with CKD are linked to greater mortality, indicating its potential value as a prognostic indicator. Higher blood urea nitrogen to albumin ratio (BAR) values in patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) in the ICU are significantly linked with increased 28-day mortality risk, according to a study published in BMC Nephrology.

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Physician's Practice

JUNE 19, 2025

Understanding HIPAA's Privacy Rule clarifies how incidental disclosures in health care settings are permissible, ensuring patient privacy while facilitating essential communications.

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Physician's Weekly

JUNE 19, 2025

Ultrasound-guided catheter insertion and nonsilicone catheters are associated with a lower risk for complications with peripherally inserted central catheters (PICCs), according to results from a systematic review and meta-analysis published in Clinical Infectious Diseases. “Preferred over central catheters due to their easy insertion, short procedure time, reliable intravenous access, and high patient satisfaction rate, more than 2.5 million people receive PICCs annually,” Andreea Dobrescu, PhD

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NPR Health

JUNE 19, 2025

Conflict has sewn trauma in the western region of Colombia. Doctors Without Borders is working with local healers and health care professionals to come up with ways to help heal the psychic wounds.

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Physician's Weekly

JUNE 19, 2025

When Alyne Diamond fell off a horse in August 2023 and broke her back, her employer-based health plan through UnitedHealthcare covered her emergency care in Aspen, Colorado. It also covered related pain management and physical therapy after she returned home to New York City. The bills totaled more than $100,000. The real estate lawyer, now 67, was eligible for Medicare at the time but hadn’t enrolled.

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NPR Health

JUNE 19, 2025

People spend a lot of time outside during hot weather. Whether you're going to the beach, walking your dog or working your shift as a lifeguard, try these 7 proven ways to stay cool and prevent heat-related illness while outside.

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Physician's Weekly

JUNE 19, 2025

A new single-cell endometrium atlas shows how PCOS alters endometrial cell composition, disrupts hormone signaling, and impairs receptor signaling. “Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) has a negative effect on the receptivity of the endometrium to embryo implantation and increases the risk of miscarriage and endometrial cancer,” researchers wrote in Nature Medicine.

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Newnan Family Medicine Associates

JUNE 19, 2025

Have you ever woken up to find an unexpected rash on your skin, that annoying red, itchy patch that just won’t quit? Maybe it appeared after trying a new soap or spending a day outdoors. Skin rashes are surprisingly common, and while some are minor and resolve on their own, others can be a sign.

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Physician's Weekly

JUNE 19, 2025

Home-based pediatric weight loss programs improved session attendance and contact time, but didn’t outperform clinic care in weight loss for lower-income children. Family-based pediatric weight management delivered in the home did not improve weight loss outcomes in children from lower-income households more than a traditional intervention in the clinic, but it did increase session attendance and in-person contact time, which were both predictive of better weight loss outcomes.

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Physician's Practice

JUNE 19, 2025

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Physician's Weekly

JUNE 19, 2025

Multiple institutions—including the University of Florida, VCU Health, and the Cleveland Clinic—have analyzed the annual volume of cataract surgeries in the United States. What total do you think they report? The post A Look Into Cataract Surgeries in the United States first appeared on Physician's Weekly.

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GeriPal

JUNE 19, 2025

Summary Transcript CME Summary Happy Pride Month GeriPal listeners! Transgender issues are in the news. Just today (June 17th) as we record this podcast: Ezra Klein released a wonderful interview with Sarah McBride , the first openly transgender member of congress A judge ruled that cuts to NIH grants focused on minority groups, including transgender people, were illegal and ordered the government to restore funding.

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Physician's Weekly

JUNE 19, 2025

Dr. Brooke Worster discusses a recent study that found an association between lifetime heavy cannabis use and lower brain activation related to working memory. Lifetime heavy cannabis use is associated with lower brain activation related to working memory, according to study findings published in JAMA Network Open. “Lifetime history of heavy cannabis use was associated with lower brain activation during a working memory task.

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NPR Health

JUNE 19, 2025

A nationwide listeria outbreak has been linked to 17 illnesses, and three deaths, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection. (Image credit: Hand-out/FreshRealm, Inc.

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Physician's Weekly

JUNE 19, 2025

“Superfoods” such as honey, oysters, watermelon, and ginger may boost testosterone, sperm quality, and erectile function, according to a biochemical review. Nutritional aphrodisiacs—such as honey, watermelon, oysters, and ginseng— and aromatase inhibitors may benefit male libido and fertility, according to a recent review of the biochemical and pharmacologic evidence of their active constituents and mechanisms of action published in Current Research in Food Science.

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Pamela Wible MD

JUNE 19, 2025

Wildest keynote! Singing and dancing across stage with 4000 doctors in Las Vegas. (Published 2/5/19, updated 6/19/25) Rowdiest audience ever (at a medical conference at least). Read transcript and/or download & listen to MP3 below:  Physician burnout—symptom of a broken system “Burnout” has become one of the most talked-about issues in healthcare—but behind the buzzword lies a deeper crisis.

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Physician's Weekly

JUNE 19, 2025

About 3 in 10 adults reported not taking their medicines as prescribed at some point between July 2022 and July 2023 because of the cost, according to a KFF survey. So, this year, “An Arm and a Leg” asked listeners: What strategies have you used when you’ve been struck by pharmacy sticker shock? Dozens of listeners responded with their stories, including Bob, who is being identified only by his first name to guard his family’s privacy and whose daughter has epilepsy.

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Physician's Weekly

JUNE 19, 2025

On Fridays, Stephanie Johnson has a busy schedule, driving her navy-blue Jeep from one patient’s home to the next, seeing eight in all. Pregnant with her second child, she schleps a backpack instead of a traditional black bag to carry a laptop and essential medical supplies — stethoscope, blood pressure cuff, and pulse oximeter. Forget a lunch break; she often eats a sandwich or some nuts as she heads to her next patient visit.

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Physician's Weekly

JUNE 19, 2025

Dr. Michael Garshick discusses recently published recommendations for cardiovascular risk screening for patients with psoriasis or psoriatic arthritis. Patients who routinely see dermatologists or rheumatologists for psoriasis or psoriatic arthritis may inadvertently miss primary care visits, leaving key cardiovascular risk factors unaddressed. To close this gap, researchers Michael Garshick, MD , Samip Sheth, MD, Karla Inestroza, MD, Joseph F.

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Physician's Weekly

JUNE 19, 2025

Cellular aging may explain persistent liver stiffness after HCV eradication, with shorter telomeres linked to poorer hepatic recovery despite viral clearance. Researchers have implicated cellular aging as a contributing factor to the absence of liver regeneration following the eradication of hepatitis C virus (HCV) in some patients, according to results published in the Journal of Infectious Diseases.

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Physician's Weekly

JUNE 19, 2025

A higher dietary inflammatory index is independently associated with an increased risk for coronary heart disease, according to a recently published study. New research published in Frontiers in Nutrition has shown that a higher dietary inflammatory index (DII) is independently linked to an elevated risk for coronary heart disease (CHD)—potentially mediated by metabolic processes, lipid profiles, and kidney function—an association that appears more pronounced in people with lower traditional car

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Physician's Weekly

JUNE 19, 2025

Frailty strongly predicts worse RSV outcomes in older adults, highlighting the need for targeted care as aging populations face rising infection risks. “Current studies highlight the importance of recognizing RSV as a threat to older adults, especially in nations with an aging population,” researchers wrote in Open Forum Infectious Diseases. “As people age, different components of the innate and adaptive immune systems undergo changes, with some being upregulated and others downregulated, leadin

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