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Vaccine Uptake Strategies & Ethical Considerations- Part II

Integrated Care News by CFHA

Vaccine hesitancy is the delay in accepting or refusing vaccination despite the availability of vaccination services. It falls on a spectrum of vaccine attitudes and intentions, from those who recognize the importance of vaccines and accept all vaccines on one end of the spectrum to those who refuse all vaccines. Addressing vaccine hesitancy requires tailored, evidence-based strategies to address the causes.

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Calcium and Vitamin D: Essentials for Strong Bones

AMMD

When you think of bone health, calcium and vitamin D are often viewed as the go-to nutrients. Did you know that calcium and vitamin D depend on one another? Too much or too little of one can cause issues with absorption or abundance. While calcium is critical for women aging , it is not just about taking more calcium. It is about ensuring it works with other nutrients, particularly vitamin D3 and K2.

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BITESIZE | How Smartphones Are Rewiring Our Brains | Jonathan Haidt

Dr Chatterjee

A topic that I’m truly passionate about is the introduction of social media and smartphones into all aspects of our lives – and what impact this is having on us individually, collectively and, perhaps most urgently, what impact this is having on our children. Feel Better Live More Bitesize is my weekly podcast for your mind, body, and heart. Each week I’ll be featuring inspirational stories and practical tips from some of my former guests.

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What Is Bone Density and Why It Matters for Women

AMMD

Bone health is one of the most important markers of long-term vitality that is often overlooked. This is especially true for aging women. As a functional medicine physician, I have seen countless women blindsided by mobility issues and an increase in fractures. The culprit is low bone density. Due to fluctuations in hormone levels, bone loss can accelerate rapidly during and after menopause.

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4 Ways Temporary Medical Staff Maintain Patient Care

Barton Associates

Across the United States, tens of millions of Americans live in areas with shortage s of primary care, dental, and mental health professionals. And there’s little sign of this issue slowing down any time soon—in fact, the U.S. Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA) projects the country will be short 87,150 primary care doctors, 11,860 dentists, 79,160 psychologists—along with shortages of other key specialties—in 2037.

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Building a Healthy Diet for Women in Midlife and Beyond

AMMD

As a woman in her 50s, I understand how much a woman’s body evolves throughout life. I have experienced it all– from my early reproductive years through perimenopause and now menopause. I am currently doing everything I can to be proactive about aging. Healthy eating is one of the most powerful tools you have to support your health through midlife and beyond.

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Former CDC staff warn of "a five alarm fire"

NPR Health

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has laid off thousands of workers since January. Current and former CDC staff are grappling with uncertainty about both their futures and public health.

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Know Before You Go: How to Find a Role with Physician Autonomy

Jackson Physician Search

Few professions require more education and training than that of a physician. After four years of medical school, three to […] The post Know Before You Go: How to Find a Role with Physician Autonomy appeared first on Jackson Physician Search.

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Direct Primary Care (Concierge) Practice Opportunity in Williston Vermont

TheHappyMD

Direct Primary Care (Concierge) Practice Opportunity in Williston Vermont Join a Practice Where You Practice Medicine, Not Paperwork. by Dr.

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RFK Jr. says autism database will use Medicare and Medicaid info

NPR Health

The National Institutes of Health will partner with the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid to create a database of Americans with autism, using insurance claims, medical records and smartwatch data.

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Preventive Care To Maintain Your Overall Health

Mesa Family Physician

Preventive care plays a crucial role in maintaining your long-term health and well-being. It’s more than just visiting your doctor when something feels off—it’s about catching potential problems early, staying on top of health screenings, and setting goals that keep you feeling your best. Whether you’re scheduling your annual physical , exploring the differences between a wellness visit vs physical , or simply wondering what’s covered under your insurance, understanding preventive care can

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Cancer-causing chemicals are in many beauty products women use, a study finds

NPR Health

Soaps, lotions and shampoos were found to have formaldehyde and formaldehyde-releasing preservatives.

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Psilocybin in Serious Illness: James Downar, Ali John Zarrabi and Margaret Ross

GeriPal

Summary Transcript CME Summary Weve covered psychedelics on the podcast beforefirst in 2019 with Ira Byock, where we explored their potential role in medicine , and then again in 2023 with Stacy Fischer, Brian Anderson, and Theora Cimino, focusing on the reasons to approach psychedelic use in patients with caution. In todays episode, were taking a closer look at the current state of the science around one specific psychedelic: psilocybin.

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How one writer quit dieting and discovered her strength through weightlifting

NPR Health

Casey Johnston spent years running and restricting calories. When she started weightlifting, she rebuilt muscle mass and her relationship with her body.

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Knock Knock. Who’s There? (or Quién es? or Qui est-ce? or Wer ist es?) Surprise, it’s FDA!

FDA Law Blog

By Anne K. Walsh & Esther Petrikovsky & John W.M. Claud On May 6, 2025, FDA announced that it planned to conduct more surprise inspections at foreign manufacturing facilities that produce foods, essential medicines, and other medical products intended for U.S. consumers. The stated goals are to ensure that foreign companies will receive the same level of regulatory oversight and scrutiny as domestic companies, and every product entering the U.S. is safe, legitimate, and honestly made.

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Medicaid payments barely keep hospital mental health units afloat. Federal cuts could sink them

NPR Health

Patients seeking mental health care are more likely to be on Medicaid than patients in more profitable areas of care, such as cancer or cardiac treatment.

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From apps to gadgets, 'Second Life' considers how tech is changing having a baby

NPR Health

When Amanda Hess learned her unborn child had a genetic condition, she turned to the internet but didn't find reassurance. "My relationship with technology became so much more intense," she says.

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States try to revive Medicaid work requirements, worrying some low-income Americans

NPR Health

13 states got the greenlight to add work requirements during the first Trump Administration, but courts halted those plans. Now that Trump is back in the White House, some states are trying again.

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