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Trump takes on multiple health topics in State of the Union
President Trump condemned the Medicare-for-all proposals that have been introduced in Congress.
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Rate of suicide is higher in people with neurologic disorders
Huntington’s disease and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis were associated with the largest excess adjusted incidence rate ratios of suicide mortality...
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Physician groups push back on Medicaid block grant plan
Opponents of the proposal say it will increase health disparities and harm access to care.
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HHS declares coronavirus emergency, orders quarantine
The order “offers the greatest level of protection for the American public in preventing introduction and spread,” Dr. Cetron said.
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Is anxiety about the coronavirus out of proportion?
It’s too early to tell whether this public health response is warranted, Dr. Dinah Miller says.
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CDC: Opioid prescribing and use rates down since 2010
From the Journals
Dietary flavonol intake linked to reduced risk of Alzheimer’s
A class of polyphenols found in fruits and vegetables was associated with lower rates of Alzheimer’s in an observational study, setting the stage...
From the Journals
Costs are keeping Americans out of the doctor’s office
Despite having health insurance, more Americans report skipping trips to the doctor because of costs.
From the Journals
Journal editors seek more complete disclosure from authors
A proposed new ICMJE form is one of several initiatives underway to improve financial disclosures in medical journals.
From the Journals
Modafinil use in pregnancy tied to congenital malformations
A large Nordic study confirms a safety signal seen in postmarketing surveillance.
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Large percentage of psychiatrists sued for malpractice at least once
Among psychiatrists named in a lawsuit, 44% said they were very surprised to be the subject of litigation.