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- 2/8/2024
Doctors developing tool for nurses to better triage flu-symptom patients in ER
The tool aims to discern which patients are likely to get even sicker and which really ought to get out of the hospital waiting room, go home and rest. - 2/7/2024
Eating disorders among doctors: How to protect against them?
A few studies are pointing to the prevalence of eating disorders among doctors and med students. A nutritionist talks about eating well despite sometimes-difficult working conditions. - 2/5/2024
Hate salad or veggies? Just keep eating them. Here’s how our tastebuds adapt to what we eat
It’s an unfortunate quirk of evolution that vegetables are so good for us but they aren’t all immediately tasty to all of us. - 1/26/2024
QUIZ: Test your knowledge on varicose veins treatments and guidelines
Venous disease is both chronic and common. How much do you know? - 1/22/2024
Five tips to help you prescribe first-line hormone therapy with confidence
Many family doctors are still reluctant to prescribe hormonal therapy to treat menopausal symptoms. In the opinion of two obstetrician-gynecologists, however, there is no reason to hesitate. - 1/18/2024
Is cold water bad for you? What about drinking from the hose or tap? The facts behind 5 water myths
We know the importance of staying hydrated. But even for something as simple as a drink of water, conflicting advice and urban myths abound. - 1/12/2024
Dichloroacetate shows promise for the treatment of endometriosis
Phase 2 trial using DCA, typically used to treat metabolic disease, to begin this spring in the U.K. - 1/11/2024
QUIZ: What you need to know about dental health to help your patients
Test your knowledge around Canada's new plan and other dental health questions. - 1/10/2024
Reduce the risks of nosocomial pneumonia just by brushing your teeth?
Study results highlight the importance of implementing an oral health routine that includes toothbrushing for hospitalized patients. - 1/8/2024
In sickness and in health: High BP often correlates between spouses
A study of thousands of couples shows that high blood pressure often affects both partners—suggesting maintenance of issues like hypertension should take a family, rather than individual, approach.