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Hello Buprenorphine, Step Into My Practice

It's time for the medical field to reduce OUD stigma and embrace this essential medication

0 Hr Ago
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Stone Workers Often Present With Atypical, Advanced Features of Silicosis

Popular stone countertops have a pulmonary cost to workers, researchers say

2 Hrs Ago
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Consider All Prior Fractures During Osteoporosis Assessment, Study Suggests

Even bone breaks in early adulthood were linked with a higher risk for fracture in older adults

Dec 02, 2024
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Study: Patients Better Be Very Literate to Understand These Handouts

Some educational materials require college-level reading ability

Dec 02, 2024
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Opinion
Fauci Facepalms Won't Cut It in the Second Trump Administration

Consider what's at stake when leaders in medicine simply watch from the sidelines

Dec 02, 2024
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Opinion
What If...?

Let's imagine how smart computer systems can make it easier to practice primary care

Dec 02, 2024
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Opinion
Measuring the Quality of Pain Management

Fair and useful performance measures help ensure more appropriate treatment

Nov 29, 2024
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ASCVD Mortality Linked to Specific Air Pollution Sources

Pollution-mortality relationship evidenced at the level of PM2.5 source type

Nov 27, 2024
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Chronic Pain Is Rising, and It's Not Clear Why

More Americans are living with pain now, CDC data show

Nov 27, 2024
A meter showing a very high level of chronic pain.
U.K. Data Tie Acetaminophen to Increased Ulcer Risk

Not so stomach-safe after all?

Nov 26, 2024
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Opinion
Utility Shutoffs Can Be Deadly During Extreme Weather Events

Legislation to ensure continued electricity access is critical

Nov 25, 2024
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Study: CKD Not Worsened With Gout Treatment

It might even help, researchers say

Nov 25, 2024
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Opinion
Getting Patients in the Habit of Doing the Right Thing

Smart devices might help patients make lifestyle changes, but the devices must be fine-tuned

Nov 25, 2024
Close up of a fitness watch reminding someone to be healthy.
Nationwide Beef Recall; 23% of U.S. Adults Underinsured; Deaths From Tainted Booze

Health news and commentary gathered by ֱ staff

Nov 22, 2024
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