The Texas maternal mortality and morbidity review committee, established by the Department of State Health Services in 2013, has recently come under scrutiny for appointing an anti-abortion activist physician, Dr. Ingrid Skop, to a position that was originally intended for a rural community member. This decision has raised concerns about the impartiality and diversity of
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As we age, our psychological well-being is crucial to maintaining a high quality of life. A recent study conducted on older adults in the Chicago area revealed a concerning trend – psychological well-being diminished before the diagnosis of mild cognitive impairment. This decline in well-being was particularly evident in two components: purpose in life and
Recently, pharmacists and technicians at a Walgreens store in Vancouver, Washington have expressed their interest in joining the Pharmacy Guild, a national union that advocates for the rights and interests of pharmacy professionals. This group of 10 individuals represents the first set of Walgreens employees to seek unionization, marking a significant milestone in the movement
Farida Ahmad, MPH, of the CDC’s Division of Vital Statistics at the National Center for Health Statistics in Maryland, emphasizes that even though COVID has dropped on the list of leading causes of death, it is not game-over for the virus. This highlights the importance of ongoing vigilance and preventive measures to combat the spread
When Anthony Bing contacted his doctor’s office, it wasn’t for a new symptom or a prescription refill. Instead, the 64-year-old man was concerned about the possibility of being sent to jail. As part of his probation requirements, Bing had to undergo urine testing twice a week at a Philadelphia probation office. Shockingly, these tests had
The recent FDA approval of Neffy, an epinephrine nasal spray developed by ARS Pharmaceuticals, marks a significant milestone in the field of allergy treatment. This innovative product is set to revolutionize the way allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis, are managed, particularly for individuals who may have a fear of needles. Addressing a Key Concern One of
The study conducted by Cindy X. Cai, MD, and colleagues at the Wilmer Eye Institute at Johns Hopkins School of Medicine shed light on the relationship between social determinants of health and severe rhegmatogenous retinal detachment (RRD). The findings revealed that individuals with higher levels of socioeconomic disadvantage, as indicated by the Area Deprivation Index
In November 2020, as the COVID-19 pandemic put intense pressure on hospital resources, CMS introduced the Acute Hospital Care at Home waiver, permitting hospitals and health systems to provide hospital-level care in patients’ homes. The waiver has been a critical tool in expanding access to care during the pandemic, with over 300 hospitals in 37
Years ago, when John J. Pippin, MD, was in medical school, live animals were routinely used for teaching human physiology. Despite the normalcy of the practice, Pippin took a stand against it and helped convince the University of Massachusetts medical program to end the use of animals for physiology training. Fast forward to today, and
Recently, a new chapter in medical education began with the welcoming of the first class at the Thomas F. Frist, Jr. College of Medicine at Belmont University in Nashville, Tennessee. This new medical school, established in partnership with U.S. healthcare giant HCA Healthcare, marks a significant milestone in the field of healthcare education. The 50
