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Moderna May Have The Best Shot At A Vaccine For Stomach Flu

Forbes Healthcare

Cases of norovirus infections are surging, but coming up with a way to prevent them has proven to be a challenge.

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The first line of defense: How primary care doctors can guide patients through a cancer diagnosis

Medical Economics

Practical strategies for delivering life-changing news with empathy and expertise.

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What A Potential FDA Red Dye No. 3 Ban Could Mean For Public Health

Forbes Healthcare

The FDA may soon ban artificial dye Red No. 3, thanks to the work of many public health advocates. Here is how this could positively affect public health.

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FTC releases second report slamming pharmacy benefit managers

Healthcare Dive - Practice Management

Agency commissioners voted unanimously on Tuesday to publish the report, which makes similar allegations against the controversial drug middlemen as the agency’s first report released last summer — but relies on more data.

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Women’s Health: A New Frontier For VC Investment Report Finds

Forbes Healthcare

Investing in womens health can drive innovation, improve health outcomes for women globally, and unlock significant financial returns and economic growth.

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USPSTF recommends osteoporosis screening for women aged 65 and older

Medical Economics

Evidence is uncertain about effectiveness of screening in men.

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Connecting for Health at Home: A Unified Field Theory from #CES2025 (On Samsung, Withings, and Panasonic)

Health Populi

There were over 4,500 exhibitors on the show floor of the 2025 CES in Las Vegas last week, addressing every imaginable aspect of consumers’ daily lives as we increasingly coexist with technology to support life, liberty, and our personal pursuits of happiness… … and health. My focus is always on health, and in the past decade and a half, health/care, everywhere.

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A special report on AI in primary care from Annals of Family Medicine

Medical Economics

A new report in Annals of Family Medicine urges AI developers to target time-saving AI solutionsand warns against overpromising.

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What Is The Value Of PCT Certification?

ACI Medical & Dental School

At ACI Medical & Dental School, you can train to become a certified Patient Care Technician (PCT) in just four months through our hands-on Medical Assistant program. Interested in whether or not this in-demand career is right for you? Here is a breakdown of the Patient Care Technician role, and the exciting possibilities that come with PCT certification.

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5 Tips for Strengthening Your LinkedIn Nursing Profile

Minority Nurse

LinkedIn has been around for many years, and it continues to serve as a powerful and reliable online platform that allows professionals from almost any industry imaginable to connect in meaningful ways. LinkedIn remains the go-to social media platform for serious professionals, and it has been made even more robust with a user-friendly job board and thousands of online groups.

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How to Leverage Your Degree to Make a Successful Shift to Healthcare

We Care Online

Many people plan to change jobs for various personal and professional reasons. According to Nasdaq, over half of the American respondents said they planned to change their jobs in 2024. The majority of them wanted to pursue higher education or training to change their jobs. Changing careers can seem intimidating, especially when transitioning to an entirely different field like healthcare.

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Hospital evaluation of AI predictive tools for bias is inconsistent, study finds

Healthcare Dive - Practice Management

Hospitals with more financial resources and technical expertise were more likely to locally test their models, suggesting a potential digital divide that could impact patient care.

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Year in Review: 2024

Open Dental

Learn a little bit about what Open Dental and our employees have been up to over the last year. The post Year in Review: 2024 appeared first on Open Dental Blog.

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Physician recruitment agreements: What are the legal implications for the physician if the agreement is breached?

Medical Economics

Understanding the legal implications for the physician if the recruitment agreement is breached

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Some real medical innovation!

The Healthcare Blog

This may be the best comeback performance of all time. Not only did Lindsey Vonn come out of retirement to race a World Cup downhill at age 40 but she placed 6th and did it on an artificial knee! Here’s the details on the surgery but first watch her performance and just look how happy she is at the end!

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Physicians can expect to see twice as many patients with dementia by 2060

Medical Economics

A new study estimates that Americans are twice as likely to be diagnosed with dementia than previously believed.

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How BPCI Enhances Patient Experience and Lowers Costs: A Comprehensive Guide

Guideway Care

The BPCI initiative transforms healthcare by improving patient experiences and cutting costs. By moving from volume-based to value-based care, BPCI enhances provider coordination and treatment efficiency, which is crucial in understanding how BPCI enhances patient experience and lowers costs. This guide explains how BPCI works and its impact on healthcare.

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Put Growth Into Practice: Valant’s Vision for Behavioral Health Success

Valant

Every EHR vendor claims to be the one that will fix your practice management woes. They all make big promises, but their ability to deliver on those promises varies greatly. Practice managers and owners are caught in the middle, trying to figure out what they actually need and which brand might provide it. In 2025, every EHR vendor should ask themselves how well their product lives up to its promises.

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Where Can Physical Therapist Assistants Work?

Unitek College

A guide to understanding the workplaces and daily lives of PTAs Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs) are vital components of the healthcare team. These professionals assist patients who are recovering from injuries or managing chronic conditions, helping them improve their movement and manage their pain. PTAs play a crucial role in the rehabilitation process, providing treatments, […] The post Where Can Physical Therapist Assistants Work?

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Exploring What Role Patient Advocacy Plays in Bundled Payment Outcomes

Guideway Care

In bundled payment models, patient advocacy plays a pivotal role in improving care coordination, patient satisfaction, and adherence to treatment plans. Advocates help patients navigate healthcare complexities, thereby highlighting what role patient advocacy plays in bundled payment outcomes by reducing readmissions and lowering costs. This blog explores how patient advocacy enhances care quality, addresses social determinants of health, and supports bundled payment success.

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The biggest trends and challenges for medical groups

Medical Economics

Data from the recentAMGA 2024 Medical Group Operations and Finance Surveyreveal medical groups continue to face challenges related to providing quality, cost-effective care in a constantly evolving health care environment.

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10 small ways to provide great customer service to patients

Physicians Practice

Providing great customer service at your medical practice boosts revenue and patient satisfaction.

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Are Medicare Advantage plans really providing supplemental benefits as advertised?

Medical Economics

Study finds traditional Medicare doing just as well at providing dental, vision and hearing services

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A Small Law Firm's Guide to Painless Invoice Management

Beacon

Let's talk about a challenge every small law firm faces: getting paid on time. Improving law firm profitability is one of the most important aspects for any law firm, and getting paid on time is part your focus.

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4 ways autonomous coding prevents claim denials at the source

Physicians Practice

Behind today's high denial rates lies a fundamental tension coding requirements grow increasingly complex as coding resources lessen.

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Streamline Your Practice With Legal Case Management Software

Beacon

Modern law practices need more than sharp legal mindsthey need smart systems to run smoothly. That's why legal case management software has become essential for law firms that want to stay organized and productive.

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Americans may be twice as likely to be diagnosed with dementia than previously believed; biosensing platform that can detect nucleic acids; the effect of medical marijuana laws on opioid use outcomes – Morning Medical Update

Medical Economics

The top news stories in medicine today.

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Essential Growth Strategies To Grow Your Law Firm’s Bottom Line

Beacon

Running a profitable law firm requires more than just increasing revenue - it's about creating an efficient balance between maximizing income and minimizing costs.

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How Many Hours Does A Medical Assistant Work?

ACI Medical & Dental School

Students interested in becoming Medical Assistants are often curious about what the work schedule will be like. Medical Assistants in New Jersey typically work full-time hours , which means they usually work about 40 hours per week. However, the number of hours can vary based on the employer and the specific job setting. Some Medical Assistants may work part-time, which could range from 20 to 30 hours per week.

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Everything You Need To Know About A Law Office Filing System

Beacon

Running a law firm is complicated enough without wasting time hunting down documents. That's why having a solid filing system isn't just a nice-to-have it's essential. When your team can quickly find what they need, they can spend less time digging through files and more time doing what they do best: helping clients.

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HHS lays out strategic plan for healthcare AI

Healthcare Dive - Practice Management

The agency’s road map, which outlines goals for promoting safe and equitable adoption, comes as the future of AI policy is uncertain under the incoming Trump administration.

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