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Trump halts ACA cost-sharing reduction subsidy payments
The action prompted criticism from medical organizations and health insurers alike.
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Clinical Trial Summary: Ergonomics of robotic surgery
A clinical trial is being conducted to study the role of ergonomics in adjusting robotic surgery consoles to individual surgeon needs.
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Malpractice: Communication and compensation program helps to minimize lawsuits
Of 929 adverse events that entered the CARe (Communication, Apology, and Resolution) program in Massachusetts, only 5% led to malpractice claims...
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Trump order allows end-around ACA rules
President promises benefit for small business; physician groups object.
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Early births stress dads too
35% of fathers develop depression after their partners are hospitalized for signs of preterm delivery.
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Intensive exercise didn’t improve glycemic control for obese pregnant women
How can the adverse outcomes associated with obesity and hyperglycemia during pregnancy be prevented?
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MedPAC calls for MIPS repeal
WASHINGTON – Federal advisers consider a replacement plan before the first reporting year even concludes.
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International parental attitudes of HPV vaccination have similarities, differences
Parents’ knowledge about HPV was the strongest factor tied to their daughters’ immunizations.
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Missed opportunities abound to give HPV vaccine to adolescent girls
Chances were missed even in well-adolescent and vaccine-related visits.
Commentary
Contraception coverage rollback is discriminatory
Policy shows the Trump administration’s lack of concern for women’s health.
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Nearly 80% of health care personnel stepped up for flu shots
Large Internet survey shows high rates of vaccination, as well as potential strategies to improve them further.