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Top 5 Medications That Can Increase Blood Glucose Levels
Several medications can interfere with glycemic control; Dr. Jain discusses ways to manage medications.
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Sodium vs Potassium for Lowering Blood Pressure?
Nephrologist discusses benefits of reducing salt in diet and eating more potassium to reduce BP.
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More Young Women Being Diagnosed With Breast Cancer Than Ever Before
Rates of breast cancer are up as well as among young women, according to study.
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How to Motivate Pain Patients to Try Nondrug Options
Offer an interdisciplinary, integrative approach: acupuncture, acupressure, mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy, yoga, or tai chi may help...
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Medical Aid in Dying Should Be Legal, Says Ethicist
Less than a quarter of states allow medical assistance in dying, though legislation is being discussed.
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The Breakthrough Drug Whose Full Promise Remains Unrealized
With its approval in 2013, sofosbuvir revolutionized the treatment of hepatitis C, but the goal of eliminating this disease is still decades away...
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A Military Nurse Saves a Life After a Brutal Rollover Crash
After watching a woman being ejected from her car then run over by a trailer, a nurse stabilizes her for transport to the hospital.
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Even Intentional Weight Loss Linked With Cancer
Significant weight loss, even intentionally, can be indicative of cancer.
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Tackling Sexism in Medicine
Dr. Kathrin LaFaver and Dr. Elizabeth Loder discuss sexism encountered in medicine.
Managing Your Practice
Why Don’t Physicians Call In Sick?
We can work to overcome this institutional taboo against staying home when we do get sick. Work out a system of mutual coverage for such...
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Testosterone Replacement May Cause ... Fracture?
Testosterone replacement linked to possible increased in fractures.