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A national coalition of Nigerian-American physicians, health advocates, and community leaders, the Nigerian Physician Advocacy Group (NPAG), is offering practical solutions and proven talent to address the critical shortage of doctors in rural and underserved communities in the US. The group recently wrapped a successful two-day Advocacy and Lobby Day
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A new research study from Brown University has shed light on the effects of private equity acquisitions on physician practices in gastroenterology. The study examined data from 2015 to 2020 and found that after a private equity acquisition, prices increased by $92 per claim, or 28.4 percent, driven by
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The plane crash in Ahmedabad's Meghnaninagar area has had a profound impact on the lives of healthcare workers and their families. The immediate evacuation of some hostel buildings, including those of the BJ Medical College Hostel residents, has added to the emotional distress of families already coping with
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A teenage girl's death during treatment at CMH Rawalakot in September last year has triggered a massive backlash in the medical community, with eight hospital staff, including five female doctors and two female nurses, being booked by the police. The family of the deceased, Fiza Khurshid, 15, had
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Healthcare professionals across Yorkshire have come together to express concerns over the provision of palliative care and the proposed Assisted Dying Bill. Despite their differing opinions on the principle of assisted dying, the doctors unanimously agreed that the bill would result in some people choosing an assisted death without guaranteed
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The Senate of Canada has sounded the alarm on a looming primary health care crisis, with a staggering 6.5 million Canadians lacking a family doctor. The shortage of practice-ready physicians is particularly concerning, with 6,500 needed to meet Canada's primary health care needs. Senators have proposed
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As men age, ignoring health problems can become a habit, often due to fear, embarrassment, or not wanting to cause a fuss. However, addressing health concerns early on can prevent complications and improve overall well-being. Researchers at Numan found that nearly two-fifths of men avoid seeking medical help due to
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A new study published in Pediatric Blood & Cancer has highlighted the pivotal role of hope in helping families navigate the challenges of pediatric cancer, fostering emotional resilience, and treatment adherence. Researchers from Istanbul University conducted a qualitative study with healthcare professionals working in pediatric hematology-oncology units in Turkey, exploring
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Everyday activities like trampoline parks, tick bites, and energy drinks may seem harmless, but emergency room doctors like Dr. Jason Idelson and Dr. Anita Singh are sounding the alarm on the hidden dangers lurking beneath the surface. The recent TikTok video by Claire Edwards, "Things my doctor husband does
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Physician-assisted dying (PAD) has become a contentious issue in emergency medicine, particularly in the United States where it is legal in 11 states. A recent case report highlights the logistical challenges and ethical dilemmas faced by emergency medical services (EMS) responders when dealing with PAD cases. In this instance, a
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Palliative care doctors have expressed concerns that hospices may lose funding if they refuse to offer assisted dying services, potentially leading to closure. A group of almost 350 clinicians have written to the Health Secretary, urging clarity on protections for providers. The proposed legislation, the Terminally Ill Adults (End of
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Physicians would often prefer to avoid life-sustaining practices for themselves if they had advanced cancer or Alzheimer's disease, a study published in the Journal of Medical Ethics revealed. The study, conducted by Sarah Mroz and colleagues, analyzed data from 1,157 survey responses from general practitioners, palliative care
