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Doctors facing death are less likely to demand aggressive care that might squeeze out a bit more extra time of life, two new studies show. ...
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In today’s health care environment, even the smallest practices have integrated the use of mobile devices into their daily practices; recordkeeping using laptops, tablets, and ...
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When Lisa Tamura goes to the grocery store, she usually picks up a few frozen pizzas for the nights she doesn’t want to cook. But ...
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As the National Football League continues to struggle with the health risks posed by concussions, a new HealthDay/Harris Poll finds that vast majorities of Americans say football ...
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As anyone who needs insulin to treat diabetes can tell you, that usually means regular checkups at the doctor’s office to fine-tune the dosage, monitor ...
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Although British teeth have long been a subject of satire in the United States, a new stereotype-busting study is giving the British a little something ...
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We all know how hard it is to recruit a physician these days. No matter the specialty, finding a compatible physician with the right skills ...
Read More »Medicine does not take off for Christmas; Neither do doctors
Whether it’s delivering the first baby of the New Year or attending to an accident victim, for some medical professionals Christmas and New Year’s Day ...
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