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HPV: Changing the Statistics
Each and every cancer diagnosis yields a devastating statistic for the person affected. But with HPV-related cancers on the rise, our editorialist...
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Brand Who? Brand You!
As health care providers in a competitive field, we often have to be our own cheerleaders. Are you doing all you can to promote your personal...
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Up in Arms About Gun Violence
As the death toll from gun violence rises, so does our will to stop it. But to make any real progress, we must reframe our thinking: Gun violence...
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Taking the Bite Out of Nutrition
You know the basics: greens are good, and "fake" foods are fattening. But between serving sizes and recommended daily values, it can be tough to...
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Stressed for Success
When the holiday decorations are packed away, you congratulate yourself on surviving another busy season. But there's no break from professional...
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The Tempest Within
Hurricanes have taken a toll on many US communities this season. But what comes after the storm—the emotional aftermath—can be equally troublesome...
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Are Aspartame’s Benefits Sugarcoated?
"Sugar-free" has become synonymous with "healthy" in the minds of many. But replacing sugar with aspartame may not be such a sweet deal after all...
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More Than “Teen Angst”: What to Watch For
Outward expressions of teen aggression and recklessness are easy to spot, since they attract attention. Less obvious are the subtle warning signs...
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Patient Satisfaction: Within Arm’s Reach, or Bending Over Backward?
In a profession centered on helping others, patient satisfaction is a core value for NPs and PAs. But conflicting ideals as to what constitutes a...
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The Paradox of Pain Management
In the 1990s, pain assumed the position of the "fifth vital sign" and has since been measured as such. But this spotlight on pain has resulted in...