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Simple Tool Shows Lasting Reduction in BurnoutPhysicians and other healthcare workers who use a simple tool for 2 weeks show reduced burnout within a few days of starting and retain the benefits a year later, researchers reported.
Medscape Medical News, October 23, 2017

Statin Use Raises Diabetes Risk 'Even in High-Risk Patients'A new analysis of the DPP provides further evidence that long-term statin use ups the risk of diabetes -- in this case, in individuals already at high risk, by around 30%.
Medscape Medical News, October 23, 2017

FDA Clears Shingles Vaccine Shingrix for Adults 50 and OlderThe approval follows a unanimous vote last month by an FDA panel that concluded that the vaccine is effective and safe for adults aged 50 years and older.
Medscape Medical News, October 23, 2017

Online CBT for Insomnia Also Cuts Paranoia, HallucinationsOnline CBT for insomnia effectively treats the sleep disorder and also dramatically reduces the subsequent occurrence of psychotic symptoms, including paranoia and hallucinations.
Medscape Medical News, October 23, 2017

Saliva Test May Flag Early Huntington's DiseaseA simple saliva test that detects the protein Htt, which plays a key role in Huntington's disease, may provide an early marker of onset and progression of the disorder, new research shows.
Medscape Medical News, October 23, 2017

Patients Overestimate Postoperative Pain, Study FindsPatients regularly overestimate the amount postoperative pain they will experience after surgery; the overestimate is particularly apparent with regional anesthesia.
Medscape Medical News, October 23, 2017

AAP Updates Guidance on Infection Control in Pediatric ClinicsUpdated AAP policy statement on infection prevention, control in pediatric ambulatory settings stresses infection control in waiting rooms, isolation of patients with potentially infectious diseases.
Medscape Medical News, October 23, 2017

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Simple Tool Shows Lasting Reduction in Burnout Physicians and other healthcare workers who use a simple tool for 2 weeks show reduced burnout within a few days of starting and retain the benefits a year later, researchers reported.
Medscape Medical News, October 23, 2017
RN Cohorts Becoming More Educated, Diverse
Medscape Medical News, October 20, 2017
Joint Commission Leaves Telehealth Alone
Medscape Medical News, October 20, 2017
Potentially Preventable Medicare Spending High in Frail Elderly
Medscape Medical News, October 19, 2017

Is It Time to Rethink Funding for Research on Gun Violence? The recent spate of mass shootings, including the horrific one in Las Vegas, has prompted an outcry to address funding for research on gun violence.
Medscape Business of Medicine, October 23, 2017
Should Doctors Embrace or Reject Alternative Treatments? More consumers are using complementary and alternative treatments, and medical centers are adding nontraditional therapies. Should doctors embrace or reject these treatments?
Medscape Business of Medicine, October 18, 2017

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Use of Psych Meds in Medical Students and Residents About 75% of med students and residents use psychoactive drugs. When does use become abuse, and what can we do about it?
Medscape Internal Medicine, October 23, 2017
Leading Science Journalist Carl Zimmer on His Genome Dr Eric Topol speaks with science journalist Carl Zimmer about where he gets his ideas, what his genome looks like, and how he got a tapeworm named after him.
Medscape, October 5, 2017
The Power to Protect: Vaccination Guidelines for Adults With Chronic Diseases CDC reviews the latest vaccine recommendations for adults, including patients with chronic medical conditions.
CDC Expert Commentary, October 2, 2017

Pharmacists Blogs

Could the "Power of Yes" Be A Big Lie?
From Reflections PRN , Posted at 10:54:58, October 20. 0 Comments
How Does Your Salary Stack Up?
From Reflections PRN , Posted at 10:46:00, October 13. 52 Comments

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Pharmacists Perspective

Use of Psych Meds in Medical Students and Residents About 75% of med students and residents use psychoactive drugs. When does use become abuse, and what can we do about it?
Medscape Internal Medicine, October 23, 2017
Insulin Access: A Casualty of Modern Medicine?
Medscape Diabetes & Endocrinology, October 20, 2017
Broad-Spectrum Antibiotics Reduce Hospital Mortality
Medscape Pulmonary Medicine, October 20, 2017
CANVAS: Straight Talk Needed on Amputation Risk
Medscape Diabetes & Endocrinology, October 16, 2017

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Biomarkers for Selecting Lung Adenocarcinoma Therapy
Journal of Oncology Practice, October 23, 2017
Comparing Chlorhexidine Concentrations in Gingivitis
BMC Oral Health, October 23, 2017
Natural Plant Oils as Topical Agents to Use on Baby Skin
Archives of Disease in Childhood, October 18, 2017

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