Health

The path to a career in nursing is not always straightforward. For Yvette Conyers, a DNP and RN at the University of Maryland, her journey began with skepticism from those who should have supported her. High school counselors, pivotal figures during formative years, sometimes misjudge students’ potential. Conyers’ experience highlights not only a personal challenge
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As the United States grapples with the tragic phenomenon of gun violence, particularly mass shootings that affect the youngest and most vulnerable members of society, recent research brings critical insights to the forefront. A study conducted by Dr. Pamela Emengo and her colleagues at Stanford University sheds light on the effectiveness of specific gun laws,
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In over three decades immersed in the healthcare sector, it’s apparent that our existing systems often grapple with inefficiency and inequity. Various attempts to reform these systems, whether through well-meaning initiatives or evidence-based practices, have frequently struggled to effect lasting change. A pivotal moment in my career came while serving on the Board of Trustees
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The integrity of scientific research is paramount for credibility and trust in the medical community. Recently, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) announced troubling findings regarding Dr. Eliezer Masliah, a prominent figure in neuroscience research and former head of the National Institute on Aging (NIA). Evidence of research misconduct was uncovered, revealing instances of falsification
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Hemophilia B, a genetic disorder characterized by insufficient levels of clotting factor IX, has long posed significant challenges for those diagnosed with it. Conventional treatment often involves regular infusions of factor IX to prevent bleeding episodes, a regimen that can be burdensome and does not fully resolve the underlying issue. However, with the advent of
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Recent analyses of health policies and their consequences have shed light on the varied effects of healthcare coverage, particularly Medicaid, on cardiovascular health. Despite the mixed results observed across different studies, significant findings emerged from the Oregon Health Insurance Experiment, indicating that while Medicaid enrollment does not universally enhance cardiovascular risk factors, it can lead
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Recent findings from a comprehensive study involving over 22,000 patients with relapsing multiple sclerosis (MS) have illuminated a stark disparity in treatment rates between genders. These revelations, presented by Dr. Antoine Gavoille at the European Committee for Treatment and Research in Multiple Sclerosis (ECTRIMS) annual meeting, bring attention to the under-treatment of women in comparison
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In a significant move that echoes the growing frustrations concerning drug pricing, particularly insulin costs, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has launched a lawsuit against three prominent pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs): Caremark, Express Scripts, and OptumRx. These companies dominate the market, managing around 80% of prescriptions across the United States. The crux of the lawsuit
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