A novel, portable assay can deliver TB diagnoses in under an hour at low cost using samples of blood, saliva, or sputum, according to a recent study. Researchers have engineered a portable “lab‑in‑tube” (LIT) assay that detects Mycobacterium...
A novel, portable assay can deliver TB diagnoses in under an hour at low cost using samples of blood, saliva, or sputum, according to a recent study. Researchers have engineered a portable “lab‑in‑tube” (LIT) assay that detects Mycobacterium...
Probiotics in late pregnancy may not reduce GBS colonization but can beneficially shift vaginal microbiota composition.
Elevated immune and neuronal injury markers in MSM with HIV and PrEP suggest lifestyle factors, beyond HIV, drive persistent inflammation.
Fewer operating room personnel during sterile prep significantly reduced airborne bacterial contamination and species linked to SSIs.
Pharmacist-led OPAT plan reconciliation before discharge reduced 90-day emergency visits and readmissions, enhancing the safety of outpatient antimicrobial therapy.
TNF-α inhibitors may reduce mortality and inflammation in moderate-to-severe COVID-19 cases. However, further studies are needed to confirm their effectiveness and safety.
Probiotics in late pregnancy may not reduce GBS colonization but can beneficially shift vaginal microbiota composition.
Elevated immune and neuronal injury markers in MSM with HIV and PrEP suggest lifestyle factors, beyond HIV, drive persistent inflammation.
Fewer operating room personnel during sterile prep significantly reduced airborne bacterial contamination and species linked to SSIs.
Pharmacist-led OPAT plan reconciliation before discharge reduced 90-day emergency visits and readmissions, enhancing the safety of outpatient antimicrobial therapy.
TNF-α inhibitors may reduce mortality and inflammation in moderate-to-severe COVID-19 cases. However, further studies are needed to confirm their effectiveness and safety.
The latest news from CROI 2023 on HIV, includes abstracts, featured articles, and information about the conference.
You ask, she answers! Dr. MedLaw responds to a physician’s question regarding fee-splitting, leading to a discussion of kickbacks and regulatory claims. Physican: I’m expanding my internal medicine practice to include more wellness care, and I want to market that....
Dr. Alex McDonald shares a letter he recently sent to Senator Bill Cassidy expressing urgent concerns regarding HHS leadership and public health integrity. Dear Senator Cassidy, As a family and sports medicine physician and a concerned citizen, I am writing to you...
You ask, she answers! Dr. MedLaw responds to a physician's question regarding how to decrease liability risk for on-call telephone consultations.
This course discusses a study that used data from the Johns Hopkins HIV Clinical Cohort to examine cross-sectional associations with viral suppression and anxiety.
This course discusses a commentary that examined the factors that have held back progress toward HCV elimination and potential solutions.
This course discusses a study that investigated the relationship between socioeconomic inequities and antimicrobial resistance in communities with a high level of socioeconomic deprivation.
Paging laughter: this week’s medical cartoon delivers an infusion of healthcare humor, zero adverse events, and rapid onset of...
Here’s your weekly medical cartoon—a quick dose of humor and insight to brighten your day and reflect the quirks of life in...
Physicians can secure a steady, tax-advantaged retirement income through options like lifetime annuities and QLACs, tailored to their needs and timelines. Preparing for retirement can be daunting for many people, and physicians are no exception. Identifying the...
Physicians should explore retirement planning options and employ a strategy that limits volatility, guards against outliving assets, and preserves buying power.
Generational conflicts in the medical workplace can cause problems, but fostering open dialogue and building inclusivity can improve collaboration and trust.
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