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Does Ronny Jackson Have an Active Medical License?

— The question arose after his memo on Trump's treatment following an assassination attempt

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U.S. News Releases This Year's 'Best ľ¹ÏÖ±²¥ Schools,' With Changes

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Jon Stewart Pushes VA to Help Veterans Sickened by Post-9/11 Exposure to Uranium

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We depend heavily on technology, but let's not forget about the humanity in healthcare

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If You Build It, They Will Come: EDs Are Victims of Induced Demand

We cannot simply build our way out of the overcrowding and boarding crisis

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Financial rewards increase participation in guideline-recommended programs

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Where Kamala Harris Stands on Key Healthcare Issues

ľ¹ÏÖ±²¥ looks at the vice president's views on everything from abortion to Medicare

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Cannabis Use in Pregnancy May Mean Worse Outcomes for Moms

Retrospective study suggests greater risk of preeclampsia, other adverse maternal health outcomes

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Sexual and Gender Minorities Twice as Likely to Report Epilepsy

Reasons behind the findings are unclear

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Heat-Related Texas Deaths Climb After Beryl Left Millions Without Power

When will a complete death toll be known?

Jul 22, 2024
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Surgeon General: Americans Have Accepted Fear of Gun Violence as 'Normal'

"Kids and parents should not be worrying about these things," says Vivek Murthy, MD

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Doctors Should Think of AI as a ľ¹ÏÖ±²¥ Student

A new approach to the tech-physician partnership

Jul 22, 2024
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Trump Campaign Releases Letter on His Injury, Treatment After Assassination Attempt

It is the most complete accounting to date of the former president's condition

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U.S. Deaths Tied to Lunch Meat; Biden's Healthcare Legacy; Congresswoman Dies

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This Medical Group Treats Only Homeless Patients — and Makes Money Doing It

Doctors, nurses, and social workers are testing a new business model

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Bear-Eaters Beware: Trichinella Larvae Still Live in Animals We Eat

Shining a light on an ancient, foodborne parasite

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First Impressions Count in Healthcare

By modifying our habits, we can improve the care experience for all

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