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Speak Out! Tell the California Legislature to Protect Medi-Cal

California Academy of Family Physicians (CAFP)

CAFP strongly urges the Legislature to protect Medi-Cal, preserve essential health care funding, and invest in the primary care workforce. CAFP has issued a press release and is mobilizing members to take action through grassroots advocacy. Contact your state legislators today using our pre-drafted letter. Learn More The post Speak Out! Tell the California Legislature to Protect Medi-Cal appeared first on California Academy of Family Physicians.

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Daylight can boost the immune system's ability to fight infections

Medical Xpress

A breakthrough study, led by scientists at Waipapa Taumata Rau, University of Auckland, has uncovered how daylight can boost the immune system's ability to fight infections.

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Dignity Health Invests in Keeping Urgent Care Services in Redding

Dignity Health Medical Foundation

Dignity Health Medical Group – North State is pleased to announce its acquisition of Hilltop Medical Clinic, demonstrating its ongoing commitment to maintaining access to healthcare within the community. Hilltop Medical Clinic will become Dignity Health Urgent Care on June 21, 2025, and will open for patients June 30, 2025. This integration will ensure the continuation of expert urgent care services for the Redding community, with expanded access to a comprehensive network of specialists and res

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Integrating Mental Health and STD Screening: A Holistic Approach

Family Medicine Austin

In today’s fast-paced world, taking a comprehensive approach to healthcare is more important than ever. At Family Medicine Austin, we believe that true wellness encompasses both physical and mental health. By integrating mental health services and STD screenings, we offer a holistic approach that addresses all aspects of our patients’ well-being.

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Seasonal Allergies

Southwest Family Physicians

April showers bring May flowers…. along with the pollen! — and if you’re one of the many people who have seasonal allergies, it also means sneezing, congestion, and a runny nose. Seasonal allergies — also called hay fever and allergic rhinitis — can make you miserable. However, according to the Mayo Clinic, you can try these simple strategies to keep seasonal allergies under control.

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Timing and consistency of activity linked to better fitness in older adults

Medical Xpress

Some people spring into action at dawn, while others prefer a slower start to their day. Whether you rise with a grin or a groan, scientists say your internal clockknown as the circadian rhythmmight influence that behavior and much more.

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The message of the marketing funnel

Physician's Practice

Neil Baum, MD, walks through the marketing funnel and shows how to move your patients into being your biggest fan.

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7 ways to make the most of Memorial Day weekend

Physician's Practice

Discover seven smart, practice-boosting ways medical practice administrators can leverage Memorial Day weekend to recharge, honor service, and gear up for a productive summer.

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Researchers contribute to new toolkit for battling brain disorders

Medical Xpress

New studies stemming from the Armamentarium consortium outline findings that advance tools based on Adeno-associated virus (AAV) vectors. An announcement about the work explains how an AAV "acts like a shuttle capable of transporting specially designed DNA into the cell.

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Steroids is still fueling discussions about body image online

NPR Health

Steroids have been around for a long time, but the drug is still fueling discussions about body image online.

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Cell therapy for patients with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis shows promise in human trials

Medical Xpress

Dr. Simrit Parmar, an associate professor in the College of Medicine at Texas A&M University and founder of the clinical-stage biotech company Cellenkos Inc. in Houston, has invented a new cell therapy that shows strong promise for the treatment of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), aplastic anemia and other devastating diseases.

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Experts hope at-home test will be a game changer in the fight against cervical cancer

NPR Health

Cervical cancer is preventable, but kills thousands each year in part because women aren't regularly screened for it. A new test allows people to test themselves at home and mail in the results.

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Bird flu outbreaks in mammals double, raising human risk: Report

Medical Xpress

Outbreaks of bird flu in mammals more than doubled across the world last year, raising the risk that the virus could potentially spread between humans, an international agency warned on Friday.

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“Radical Transparency” and “Deregulation” from Trump and RFK Jr.’s FDA. Unless it’s Useful to the Device Industry

FDA Law Blog

By Allyson B. Mullen & Jennifer D. Newberger Last week, FDA published a Request for Information (RFI) ( here ) seeking input from the public on its efforts to to identify and eliminate outdated or unnecessary regulations. The Announcement raises several questions and issues for the device industry. 10-for-1 Rule and its effect on de novos. The RFI reinforces Trumps January 31, 2025 executive order indicating that for every new regulation introduced, at least ten existing regulations must be

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Chatbots perceived as more judgmental than human mental health provider counterparts, study suggests

Medical Xpress

Recognizing that some people facing mental health issues are not turning to traditional providers for assistance, a Temple University associate professor has examined how artificial intelligence could be leveraged to help improve access to health care resources.

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Noninvasive ultrasound method for measuring central venous pressure validated in clinical pilot study

Medical Xpress

In a clinical pilot study, researchers from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) have validated a novel, noninvasive method for measuring central venous pressure (CVP) using quantitative compression ultrasound (QCU). This study, published in BME Frontiers, marks a significant advancement in cardiovascular diagnostics, offering a promising alternative to traditional invasive catheterization and visual inspection methods.

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Millions still lack access to glasses—study shows minimal progress in coverage since 2010

Medical Xpress

Millions of people across the world still lack access to basic eye care such as glasses, according to a new study led by Professor Rupert Bourne of Anglia Ruskin University (ARU).

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Experts urge tighter sperm donation rules after cancer-linked gene passed to children

Medical Xpress

A case in which a sperm donor was later found to be carrying a cancer-causing pathogenic variant in his gametes has highlighted the problems of regulating gamete donation at the European and international level.

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North Macedonia reports first cases of mpox

Medical Xpress

North Macedonia said on Friday that two mpox cases were registered for the first time in the Balkan country.

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Team develops first validated tool to measure performance in bone-anchored prosthesis users after amputation

Medical Xpress

A test developed at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus that measures both prosthetic donning time and mobility in lower-limb amputation, shows that a prosthesis anchored to bone goes on faster than a traditional socket-style prosthesis. The finding is the first to validate the test as a tool to measure performance for lower-limb amputees using bone-anchored prostheses.

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Can stress cause a stroke?

Medical Xpress

Stroke is one of the leading causes of death and disability in the U.S. And while we often hear about risk factors like high blood pressure, elevated cholesterol levels, and smoking, there's another that often flies under the radar: stress.

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