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FDA Warns of Potential Complications Between CSF Shunts and Implantable Devices
1999 to 2017 Saw Increase in Unintentional Injury Death Rates
WHO Declares Congo Ebola Outbreak Global Health Emergency
Electronic Consultations May Benefit Allergy, Immunology Practice
Company Reaches $1.4 Billion Settlement in Opioid Treatment Investigation
Health, Economic Burden of Uncontrolled Asthma Projected in the United States
Kratom Use Associated With Significant Toxicities
Disciplinary Action Needed to Curb Use of Unproven Stem Cell Therapies
FDA Rejects Dapagliflozin sNDA for Type 1 Diabetes
Contrast Agent Gadavist Approved for Use in Cardiac MRI
CDC: Workplace Absenteeism High in 2017/2018 Flu Season
Aggressive Debt Collection Techniques Pursued by Several Hospitals
Sugary Beverage Consumption Linked to Increased Cancer Risk
Hospitalized Patients With Pneumonia Often Receive Excess Antibiotics
Latest Features
Exploring the Value of Peer Support for Mental Health
Peer support is recognized by such bodies as the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration and the American Psychiatric Association as a valuable component of recovery-oriented services within systems of care.
Improving Physician Comfort With Treating Transgender Patients
Estimates indicate that ~1.4 million people self-identify as transgender in the United States, which is double the initial estimate is made by the Williams Institute in 2011.
AHA Recommendations for Neurologic Prognostication in Cardiac Arrest Survivors
A multidisciplinary writing group organized by the AHA Emergency Cardiovascular Care Science Subcommittee released recommendations to improve the quality of adult and pediatric neurologic prognostication studies for survivors of cardiac arrest.
Using Digital Therapeutics to Treat Substance Use Disorders
The convenience and confidentiality of computer-based and mobile technologies may encourage more individuals with substance use disorders to access treatment.
Latest Blogs
Managing Controlled Substances in Everyday Prescribing
The landscape of prescribing practices is constantly evolving, and clinicians must stay informed to ensure responsible prescribing of controlled substances.
Overcoming Aftershock: Six Ways You Can Prepare to Return to Work After a Long Absence
As with any profession, returning to work after long-term absence because of illness or injury can be daunting for healthcare providers.
Honoring Women in Medicine: Reader Responses
Medical Bag is sharing your stories about the women behind the white coats.
IDSA/SHEA Publish Updated C difficile Infection Clinical Guidelines
The updated guideline provides recommendations for the treatment of recurrent Clostridium difficile infections.
