October 01, 2024

Med Ed: 36 Nutrition Competencies Recommended

A consensus panel of medical education experts identified 36 nutrition competencies recommended for inclusion in undergraduate and graduate medical education curricula in the U.S.

Conexiant

September 18, 2024

Melanoma Incidence Varies by Sex, Age, and Body Site

A new study reveals sex-specific differences in melanoma incidence by anatomic site, showing that men exhibit higher rates on the trunk, head, and neck, while women have higher incidence on the lower and upper limbs. The study suggests potential differences in sex-specific susceptibility to melanoma.

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September 11, 2024

Veterans' Skin Cancer Risk: A Growing Concern?

In a comprehensive study, U.S. veterans showed more than double the odds of melanoma history compared to nonveterans, raising questions about long-term dermatological impacts of military service.

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July 26, 2024

Healing and Owing: U.S. Health Workers' $150 Billion Debt Dilemma

A new study exposes the alarming levels of medical and educational debt burdening U.S. health care workers, with debt disproportionately affecting women, Black workers, and those in lower-paying fields.

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June 05, 2024

Noncompete Ban May Not Help Nonprofit Workers

Health care professionals welcome the FTC's new rule banning noncompete agreements but are concerned it may not protect those in nonprofit health care settings, potentially impacting most of the nation's medical professionals.

KFF Health News

June 19, 2024

Specialties With Highest Unprofessional Behavior Reports

A recent study reveals that surgeons are most frequently reported for unprofessional behavior by coworkers, while pediatric-focused physicians are least likely to be reported.

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July 24, 2024

Over One Third of Docs Ready to Leave Current Position

Six specialties had higher rates of physicians planning to depart.

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August 01, 2024

Ethics of Omitting Patient Medical Data

Patients may seek omissions because of various concerns such as embarrassment, insurance or employment issues, or protecting family members

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March 08, 2023

Fewer Cases of Melanoma and Extracutaneous Malignancies Detected Among Patients With Atopic Diseases

Researchers have found that patients with a history of atopic diseases may be less likely to develop melanoma than patients with a history of nonatopic diseases, according to a new study published by ...

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