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A patient named ‘Settle’ decides to sue instead
His suit seeks not only compensatory damages and other relief but also punitive damages.
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Teamwork guides cardio-rheumatology clinics that care for unique patient population
Cardio-rheumatology programs are “the newest child” in a series of cardiology offshoots focusing on different populations, and such clinics aim to...
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Geriatrician advises on use of vitamin D supplementation, lecanemab, and texting for her patients
There is growing awareness of the impact of social isolation on health outcomes, particularly among older adults.
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Phil Robinson: Rheumatologist, colleague, huntsman spider rescuer
Philip (“Phil”) Robinson, rheumatologist and associate professor at the University of Queensland and leader of global effort to understand COVID-...
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Is it time for yet another COVID booster? It’s complicated
Would getting a sixth COVID-19 shot even be enough, or would it be too much?
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Physician sues AMA for defamation over 2022 election controversy
The lawsuit sheds light on the power dynamics of a politically potent organization that has more than 271,000 members and holds assets of $1.2...
From the Journals
Adverse events reported in one-quarter of inpatient admissions
The 1991 Harvard Medical Practice Study documented an adverse event rate of 3.7 events per 100 admissions.
From the Journals
Best estimates made for hydroxychloroquine retinopathy risk
Hydroxychloroquine dosing and retinopathy risk have long been a concern with its use. A new, comprehensive study finds that retinopathy diagnosis...
From the Journals
Add this to the list of long COVID symptoms: Stigma
Most people with long COVID find they’re facing stigma due to their condition, a new study finds.
Conference Coverage
Can siRNA improve compliance in patients with hypertension?
Many approaches have been explored in recent years to make life easier for patients living with chronic conditions.
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What the FTC’s proposed ban on noncompete agreements could mean for physicians, other clinicians
Employers often include noncompete clauses in physician contracts because they want to avoid having patients leave their health care system.