Adherence to CMS SEP-1 measures found to have variable effects on patient outcomes
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American Roentgen Ray Society awards 2021 ARRS Gold Medal to entire membership
For valiant service selflessly rendered on the frontlines of the fight against COVID-19, the American Roentgen Ray Society (ARRS) symbolically awards each and every one of our members the 2021 ARRS Gold Medal
Read moreVirtual humans are equal to real ones in helping people practice new leadership skills
Research into the use of virtual and mixed reality technologies for training suggests a wide range of applications
Read moreOutcome predictive performance of admission chest radiographs in COVID-19 patients
2021 ARRS Virtual Annual Meeting research finds in the setting of high pretest probability of COVID-19 infection or with quick turnaround of rapid RT-PCR COVID-19 test, chest x-ray scoring can predict patient outcomes
Read morePotential impact of pass/fail USMLE Step 1 scoring on radiology residency applications
2021 ARRS Virtual Annual Meeting research finds as USMLE Step 1 transitions from numerical score to pass/fail, program directors likely to rely on Step 2 Clinical Knowledge scores as objective, standardized metric for applicant screening
Read moreACP and AHA partner on new open access journal-Annals of Internal Medicine: Clinical Cases
The new online-only, peer-reviewed journal will publish case reports relevant to clinicians serving a wide range of medical specialties
Read more2021 INS Standards adopt Aseptic Non Touch Technique to improve patient safety
UltraDrape dressing helps clinicians adhere to ANTT principles during ultrasound-guided peripheral IV insertions
Read moreAlliance for Cancer Gene Therapy Summit 2021 features world renowned cancer researchers advancing so
James P. Allison, PhD, Carl H. June, MD and Siddhartha Mukherjee, MD Keynote April 29 Summit
Read moreOlder adults trust online reviews almost as much as word-of-mouth recommendations when choosing a ph
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Read moreLow-dose CT for right colonic diverticulitis an alternate diagnosis of appendicitis
American Journal of Roentgenology: IV contrast-enhanced 2-millisievert CT comparable to conventional-dose CT for diagnosis of right colonic diverticulitis
Read moreFAIR Health unveils three new enhancements to consumer platform, including shoppable services tool
New shared decision-making website for providers complements FAIR Health consumer website
Read moreAGS honors Dr. Helen Fernandez for outstanding contributions to geriatrics education
The American Geriatrics Society (AGS) today announced that Helen Fernandez, MD, MPH, a national geriatrics education leader focused on improving
Read more#AGS21 Henderson Awardee Dr. Ellen Flaherty sets sight on collaborative care for us all as we age
The American Geriatrics Society (AGS) celebrates Ellen Flaherty, PhD, APRN, AGSF, an Assistant Professor at the Dartmouth Geisel School of
Read moreACP best practice advice: Shorter course of antibiotics may be appropriate for some common infection
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Read moreTop #AGS21 research presentations address older adults’ views on gun retirement and more
Other subjects include changes in the Alzheimer’s brain and a new model for predicting the life expectancy of older adults
Read moreNovel cancer vaccine targets oncogenes known to evade immunity in melanoma and neuroblastoma models
A personalized tumor cell vaccine strategy targeting Myc oncogenes combined with checkpoint therapy creates an effective immune response that bypasses
Read moreUTSA criminology professor studies impact of COVID-19on gender-based violence
(APRIL 1, 2021) -The pandemic has exacerbated risk factors for gender-based violence, such as unemployment and financial strain, substance use,
Read morePhysicians must advocate for common sense gun laws for good of public health
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Read moreCity of Hope, Hospital Israelita Albert Einstein to advance cancer care in Latin America
City of Hope, a best-in-class comprehensive cancer center, extends its global reach to South America through a collaborative effort with Brazil-based Hospital Israelita Albert Einstein, a top hospital in Latin America.
Read moreRisk factors associated with SARS-CoV-2 infections, hospitalization, mortality among US nursing home residents
What The Study Did: This study identified risk factors for SARS-CoV-2 incidence, hospitalization and death among nursing home residents in
Read moreCOVID-19 antibody tests, even rapid finger pricks, are effective, new study finds
The “litmus test” screening methods provide reliable and inexpensive alternatives in patient care settings.
Read moreNYU Tandon announces 2021 S&K scholarship recipients
BROOKLYN, New York, Wednesday, March 31, 2021 – As part of its ongoing commitment to addressing the need for developing
Read moreNursing graduate students report high levels of stress, anxiety, depression
Nearly one-quarter of survey respondents at CU College of Nursing report struggling with stress, depression and anxiety; almost one-quarter more score within area of clinical concern
Read morePreventive medicine physician shortage continues to fall behind population needs in the US
March 31, 2021 – The United States is facing a persistent and worsening shortage of physicians specializing in preventive medicine
Read moreChoose life: Why patients in China refuse standard treatment for a type of heart attack
Scientists identify numerous variables that predict the treatment decisions of patients with a type of heart attach called ST-elevation myocardial infarction
Read moreRepurposing tocilizumab in scleroderma patients may prevent early lung disease
A phase 3 clinical trial finds an anti-inflammatory drug used in rheumatoid arthritis can preserve lung function in patients with systemic sclerosis.
Read moreMore support needed for two children in every class with hidden language disorder
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Read morePrioritise opportunities to say final goodbye during COVID-19 pandemic, study finds
First study in bereaved relatives’ experience during Covid-19 pandemic lockdown published today The study makes important recommendations for health and
Read moreSteroid hormone could reduce risk of preterm birth for high-risk single baby pregnancies
Taking progestogens – steroid hormones – during pregnancy could reduce the risk of preterm birth in high-risk single baby pregnancies,
Read moreDoctors experiencing domestic abuse feel socially and professionally isolated
Female doctors who suffer domestic abuse can feel unable to get help due to perceptions that it “should not happen
Read moreAssociation of race/ethnicity with likelihood of COVID-19 vaccine uptake among health workers, general population
What The Study Did: Researchers investigated COVID-19 vaccine intentions among racially and ethnically diverse samples of health workers and the
Read moreYoga only goes so far: How overhauling patient records can curb physician burnout
Wellness programs for health care workers emphasize self-care; they’re overlooking a huge contributor to burnout: Patient records
Read moreFDA approvals strengthen Octapharma USA pediatric critical care product portfolio
Octaplas™ and fibryga® receive new product labeling following FDA’s approval of BLA supplements to update therapy research; FDA expands fibryga® indication to include treatment of children under 12 years of age
Read moreElsevier launches a trans-inclusive name change policy
London, March 29, 2021 – Elsevier , a global leader in research publishing and information analytics, is proud to launch
Read moreIntentional youth firearm injuries linked to sociodemographic factors
Findings may help guide policy and inform interventions for the prevention of firearm injuries in at risk youth
Read moreLow parental socioeconomic status during pregnancy alters early fetal brain development
Maternal socioeconomic status impacts babies even before birth, emphasizing the need for policy interventions to support the wellbeing of pregnant
Read moreSkoltech scientists use machine learning to help doctors find veins for no-fuss blood draws
Researchers from Skoltech have developed an early prototype of a medical imaging system that uses neural networks to analyze near-infrared
Read moreStudy reveals bias among doctors who classify X-rays for coal miner’s black lung claims
UIC researchers first to publish data on B-reader financial conflicts of interest
Read moreFace masks associated with reducing healthcare workers’ risk of acquiring COVID-19
Early action to protect team members maximized Henry Ford’s ability to care for patients during onset of COVID-19 pandemic
Read moreInsights on operationalizing COVID-19 monoclonal antibody treatment
PITTSBURGH, March 26, 2021 – As evidence mounts supporting the use of monoclonal antibody treatment to reduce hospitalizations and deaths
Read moreNCCN 2021 Virtual Annual Conference addresses cancer care in a year of crisis and innovation
Live virtual conference drew global oncology professionals to share best practices and highlight advances and issues in cancer care
Read moreSecond drug targeting KRASG12C shows benefit in mutated non-small-cell lung cancer
ELCC 2021, 25-27 March
Read moreAlzheimer’s patients’ cognition improves with Sargramostim (GM-CSF), new study shows
Clinical trial participants saw memory-enhancing benefits and disease modifying activities when taking Sargramostim
Read moreMicroaggressions against surgeons, anesthesiologists
What The Study Did: This survey study investigated the frequency and nature of sexist and racial/ethnic microaggressions against female and
Read moreSchool-based telehealth connects underserved kids to quality and sustainable health care
Implementation of school-based telehealth in communities facing health care barriers across South Carolina provides children with accessible care.
Read morePartnership with churches increases COVID-19 vaccine delivery among Black population
New approach uses mobile vaccine clinics in church parking lots of Black communities
Read moreNew treatment can reduce facial pressure injuries from PPE in frontline healthcare workers
A study has found that a new ‘care bundle’ can reduce the incidence of facial pressure injuries in frontline COVID-19
Read moreTrends in health care worker intentions to receive COVID-19 vaccine, reasons for hesitancy
What The Study Did: Employees of a health care system were surveyed on the eve of vaccine distribution to encourage
Read moreThe MIT Press launches MIT Open Publishing Services
New publishing model provides unique and timely solutions to the production, curation, and preservation of knowledge.
Read moreNUI Galway spearheads international research on critical care
Study reveals life-threatening complications for patients requiring respiratory life support
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