March 03, 2025

More States Fast Track Foreign-Trained Physicians

Since 2023, nine states have waived U.S. residency requirements for some foreign-trained physicians, with more states considering similar changes.

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March 03, 2025

FDA Approves New Hormone-Free Copper IUD

The FDA has approved Miudella, a hormone-free copper IUD, for pregnancy prevention for up to three years, marking the first approval of a new copper IUD in the U.S. in over 40 years.

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February 27, 2025

Ultrasound Markers for Placenta Accreta Spectrum Risk

"Our findings emphasize the critical importance of early, timely, and consistent monitoring of the placenta using medical imaging."

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February 26, 2025

New Medical Malpractice Rules Issued by American Law Institute

The American Law Institute's first restatement of medical malpractice law shifts focus from customary practice to evidence-based medicine.

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February 25, 2025

Early Perimenopause Symptoms and Health Care-Seeking in U.S. Women

Researchers highlighted significant perimenopause symptoms and health care-seeking behaviors among women as young as 30.

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February 24, 2025

Do Black Female Doctors Die Earlier?

New JAMA Internal Medicine study finds Black female physicians face higher mortality rates than White women in general population.

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February 24, 2025

Hepatitis B May Affect IVF Outcomes

Chronic hepatitis B significantly reduces ovarian reserve in women undergoing in vitro fertilization, with researchers noting that hepatitis B surface antigen positivity should be considered a significant factor in infertility evaluations.

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February 21, 2025

Examining Coprescription Trends Driving the Twin Epidemic

In a 10-year U.S. cohort study, researchers identified a strong association between stimulant coprescriptions and escalating opioid doses.

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February 20, 2025

Hospital Occupancy to Reach 85% by 2035

The projection is driven by a decline in staffed beds and an aging population.

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