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Long Covid Patients Twice As Likely To Suffer From Depression & Anxiety

Forbes Healthcare

A study of 25,122 adults reported that not only are people with long Covid or post Covid-19 condition twice as likely to have depression and anxiety.

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The ultimate COVID-19 antivax conspiracy theory, courtesy of The Brownstone Institute and Jeffery Tucker

Science Based Medicine

I've long argued that antivax beliefs, indeed all science denial, is conspiracy theory. Leave it to The Brownstone Institute's Jeffery Tucker to make my point better for me than I ever could. Of course, Brownstone was always going to "go there." The post The ultimate COVID-19 antivax conspiracy theory, courtesy of The Brownstone Institute and Jeffery Tucker first appeared on Science-Based Medicine.

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Power Belongs To Patients: In Memory Of Marshall Allen

Forbes Healthcare

He dedicated his work to “anyone who’s been pushed around by the healthcare system.” It’s up to us to remember what he fought for and march on: Power Belongs To Patients.

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Cultivating Healthcare Worker Wellness: A Holistic Approach

Performance Health

Healthcare workers’ mental and physical health directly influences the standard of care and safety they deliver to patients, making their wellness a top priority. Fostering healthcare worker wellness requires a comprehensive approach aligned with the six dimensions of health and wellness: physical, emotional, intellectual, social, spiritual, and occupational.

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RFK Jr. Is Famous For Two Things. One Of Them Is Dangerous.

Forbes Healthcare

Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s biggest claim to fame is that he's a leader of the modern anti-vaccine movement. He's never held public office, but he's running for President.

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Nurse Attire: 7 Comfy Additions to Your Everyday Work Look

Minority Nurse

As thousands of new nurses join the workforce each year, tons of essential products are geared toward making their lives easier. But whether you’re a new or experienced nurse, you might miss out on comfortable additions to your everyday work attire that will help you work 15-hour shifts without batting an eye. If you’re ready to step up your work look and comfort game, check out the tools you need to ensure your day goes as smoothly as possible, support you as a medical professional, and keep yo

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The Study of the Week Pauses for Memorial Day

Sensible Medicine

Memorial Day in the US is one our most important holidays. It is a day to remember and honor those who died in the service of our country. These were mostly young people who gave their life to preserve the American way. Our freedom. Our Bill of Rights. So let’s pause and think about that. Next week, I will have another study to discuss. I wish you all peace.

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If Your Sunscreen Is Expired, You Could Still Get A Sunburn

Forbes Healthcare

Expired sunscreen doesn't effectively protect you from the sun. Old sunscreen may have a watery texture, change color, or smell foul.

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Cifu, Prasad, Mandrola

Sensible Medicine

Carbon footprint, Student accommodations & more

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Anti-Cancer Drug Pembrolizumab: Frequently Used Alone Or With Other Treatments

Forbes Healthcare

Do you know about this widely approved cancer treatment? Pembrolizumab is a checkpoint inhibitor that treats 18 different types of cancer.

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Benefits of Becoming a Criminal Justice Professional?

Northwest Career College

The criminal justice field is diverse and offers many career opportunities that require different interests and skills. Some available jobs in this field include law enforcement officers and forensic analysts, each of whom plays an essential role in maintaining law and order. Pursuing a criminal justice professional career can provide stability and a sense of purpose.

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By 2050, Over 23% Of Older Adults To Be Exposed To Dangerous Acute Heat

Forbes Healthcare

By 2050, up to 246 million people, or 23% of the global population older than 69 years will be exposed to dangerous acute heat.

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Effective Follow-up Procedures for Patient Care as a Dental Administrative Assistant

Northwest Career College

As a Dental Administrative Assistant, your role ensures every clinic patient has an excellent customer service experience. In addition to properly preparing for upcoming patient visits, you must effectively follow up with patients after their appointments. The goal is to enhance the care and encourage them to return for regular dental visits. In this blog post, we will explore various strategies and best practices Dental Administrative Assistants can adopt to ensure they provide the highest leve

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U.K. Skin Cancer Cases Predicted To Hit Record Highs This Year

Forbes Healthcare

Rates of melanoma skin cancer have risen in the U.K. by almost one-third over the last ten years, a charity has warned.

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What the Walmart Exit from Primary Care Means

The Healthcare Blog

By JEFF GOLDSMITH There has been a lot of commentary on the largest “disrupter” candidate in healthcare, retail giant Walmart, throwing in the towel on their primary care clinic and virtual health businesses. As someone who has watched “retail health” for close to forty years, Walmart’s decision did not surprise me. This is disciplined company that has chosen its niches in healthcare carefully.

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RETAIL PHARMACY VS INSTITUTIONAL PHARMACY

CareerStep

Do I want to work in a retail pharmacy or an institutional pharmacy? You may have already asked yourself this question in the course of your pharmacy technician training. There are certainly differences to consider, and both environments are not right for everyone. Find out what working in each setting is like in this guide where we explore the similarities and differences between the two and decide which is best for you.