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Private Investing In Healthcare Is Good Medicine

Forbes Healthcare

Capital investing in the healthcare sector is coming under unfair attack.

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HHS layoffs may be illegal, legal experts say

Healthcare Dive - Practice Management

The federal health department sidestepped normal procedures as it laid off 10,000 employees, according to sources. One union has already filed an internal complaint, while at least two law firms are exploring suits.

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Healing Before Birth: How Genetic Screening Is Changing Lives

Forbes Healthcare

A recentAmerican Journal of Human Genetics study lists nearly 300 treatable fetal findings of actionable diseases.

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DaVita hit by ransomware attack

Healthcare Dive - Practice Management

The kidney dialysis firm doesn’t have an estimate for how long disruption from the attack will last, though DaVita stressed it’s continuing to provide patient care.

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New Breakthrough Antibiotic Can Treat Drug-Resistant ‘Super Gonorrhoea’

Forbes Healthcare

For the first time in 30 years, researchers have discovered a promising new antibiotic treatment for gonorrhoea.

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CarePoint Health exits bankruptcy, offloads portfolio

Healthcare Dive - Practice Management

Hudson Regional Hospital received approval from a U.S. bankruptcy court on Friday to take over operations of CarePoint’s three hospitals.

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Remote patient monitoring under scrutiny: Top compliance mistakes to know

Physicians Practice

Remote patient monitoring is rapidly expanding, but with heightened federal scrutiny and OIG audits underway, medical practices must ensure full compliance to protect revenue and reduce audit risk.

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UnitedHealth calls for repayment of loans issued to docs during Change Healthcare cyberattack

Medical Economics

Physicians say they still feeling effects of massive computer breach at insurance giant.

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Ransomware Attack Announced by True Dental Care for Kids and Adults

The HIPAA Journal

Data breaches have recently been announced by True Dental Care for Kids and Adults in Pennsylvania, North Hudson Community Action Corporation in New Jersey, and California Correctional Health Care Services. True Dental Care for Kids and Adults, Pennsylvania True Dental Care for Kids and Adults LLC in Pennsylvania has started notifying 17,640 individuals about a recent ransomware attack.

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The risks of prescribing GLP-1 drugs: What doctors need to know

Medical Economics

GLP-1s are in high demand from patients, and the results are often impressive. But are there hidden risks in prescribing these drugs?

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What Medical Assistants Are Legally Responsible For

Prism Career Institute

A medical assistant career allows for fulfilling public service work through patient care and maintaining healthcare facility operations. Anyone considering a medical assistant program or responding to a job description should know what’s expected of their work within the law. As a medical assistant works to provide patient care and carry out administrative tasks within a healthcare environment, they must adhere to established rules and regulations.

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Benefits Of Evening Classes For Medical Assistants

ACI Medical & Dental School

At ACI Medical & Dental School, we are proud to offer evening classes for our Medical Assistant students. Evening classes are a great option for many students, especially those balancing work, family, or other commitments. Here are some of the key advantages of taking evening classes for Medical Assistant certification. 1. Flexibility for Working Professionals Many students pursuing a Medical Assistant certification are already working full-time.

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Medical school perspectives: From nephrologist to med school dean

Medical Economics

Mark E. Rosenberg, MD, FASN, dean of the American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine, shares his perspectives on education, Match 2025 and more.

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The Top Types of Backup Solutions You Need to Know

Open Dental

Data loss isnt just inconvenientits a business killer. The only thing standing between your business and catastrophe? The right type of backup. Read this post from our friends at Central Data Storage to explore your options. The post The Top Types of Backup Solutions You Need to Know appeared first on Open Dental Blog.

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Medical school perspectives: The state of American medical education

Medical Economics

Mark E. Rosenberg, MD, FASN, dean of the American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine, shares his perspectives on education, Match 2025 and more.

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UnitedHealth to enter mediation with DOJ over Amedisys deal

Healthcare Dive - Practice Management

This summer, UnitedHealth, Amedisys and antitrust regulators will have a magistrate judge’s help in hashing out a solution to the DOJ’s opposition to the merger.

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The risks of prescribing GLP-1 drugs: Are there hidden risks?

Medical Economics

GLP-1s are in high demand from patients, and the results are often impressive. But are there hidden risks in prescribing these drugs?

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Join us at the Primary Care Show in Birmingham next month!

Practice Index

Well be at The Primary Care Show again this year, the leading and longest-running event for Primary Care professionals, from 14-15 May at the NEC, Birmingham alongside the IGPM. Registration is now open register here. Bringing you a dedicated Practice & Business Management Theatre for the second year in row, we're delighted to offer a range of sessions tailored today's primary care professional.

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The risks of prescribing GLP-1 drugs: Off-label use

Medical Economics

GLP-1s are in high demand from patients, and the results are often impressive. But are there hidden risks in prescribing these drugs?

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How to Build Client Loyalty by Offering Gift Cards through Trafft 

Trafft

Lets face it – running a business is no longer only about getting people through your door; its about giving them a reason to come back. In a world full of choices, your clients are looking for more than a service – theyre looking for a connection. But heres the thing: loyalty isnt built overnight. It isnt as simple as throwing discounts around and sending generic thank you emails.

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Medical school perspectives: Introducing AUC School of Medicine

Medical Economics

Mark E. Rosenberg, MD, FASN, dean of the American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine, shares his perspectives on education, Match 2025 and more.

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How Much Does an Online Booking System Cost​

Trafft

Today, convenience is everything – and thats exactly what online booking systems offer. Whether you run a salon, gym, or consulting business, enabling clients to book appointments online at their convenience can greatly improve customer experience and operational efficiency. But how much does an online booking system cost? From free plans with limited features to robust enterprise solutions, understanding the pricing landscape is essential.

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Medical school perspectives: Instilling measures to avoid burnout

Medical Economics

Mark E. Rosenberg, MD, FASN, dean of the American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine, shares his perspectives on education, Match 2025 and more.

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The Alphabet of Criminal Justice You Should Know

Northwest Career College

Working in criminal justice requires familiarizing oneself with many terms central to understanding how the system works. Some terms may be unfamiliar to the beginning professional; however, they are common in discussions, case work, and reports. Learning the following terms will better equip you and make you more confident as you begin your journey in criminal justice.

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FDA clears BD’s advanced diagnostic system to combat antimicrobial resistance

Medical Economics

The newly cleared system uses advanced identification and antimicrobial susceptibility testing algorithms to support the interpretation of complex microbiological data.

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Vaccine analyses in nonsensible times

Sensible Medicine

By Christine Stabell Benn, Frederik Schaltz-Buchholzer, Sebastian Nielsen, and Peter Aaby, Bandim Health Project, University of Southern Denmark and Guinea-Bissau Many thanks to Sensible Medicine for publishing the guest post by Charlotte Strøm entitled “The False Narrative of Nonspecific Vaccine Effects” In times where vaccines are increasingly politicized, any researcher whose research nuances the message about vaccines beyond “safe and effective” must anticipate b

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Johnson & Johnson’s MedTech Division posts solid Q1 growth

Medical Economics

$8 billion division grew 4.

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Trump declared ‘fully fit’ to serve in physical; what the U.S. can learn from Taiwan on health care; firearm injuries surge on nights, weekends and holidays — Morning Medical Update

Medical Economics

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