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UK COVID-19 Update: South African Variant Found in England with No Travel Links

News February 1, 2021

These are the UK coronavirus stories you need to know about today.
London Team Identifies New Prognostic Biomarker for Ovarian Cancer

News February 1, 2021
Oncologist Accused of Giving 'Inappropriate' Immunotherapy to Hospice Patient

News January 29, 2021

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Oily Fish Linked to Lower Risk of Diabetes in Largest Study to Date

Medscape Medical News February 1, 2021

People who reported eating at least one oily fish meal weekly had about a 20% lower incidence of type 2 diabetes compared with never-eaters. Fish-oil supplements may work too.
Biden Nixes Buprenorphine Waiver, Docs Disappointed

Medscape Medical News January 29, 2021
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Medscape Medical News January 29, 2021

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Tough Pain Relief Choices in the COVID-19 Pandemic

Medscape Medical News January 29, 2021
Lung Disease Raises Mortality Risk in Older RA Patients

Medscape Medical News January 28, 2021
Two Doctors Dead, One by Suicide, in Texas Medical Office Standoff

Medscape Medical News January 27, 2021
COVID Outcomes Have Improved Over Time in Patients With Rheumatic Disease

Reuters Health Information January 27, 2021
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FDA Approves Voclosporin for Lupus Nephritis

FDA Approvals January 27, 2021
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USMLE Stuns Again: Clinical Skills Test Permanently Ended

Medscape Medical News January 26, 2021
Drug-Impaired Doctor Sentenced to 20 Years in Prison

Medscape Medical News January 26, 2021
COVID-19 Drives Physician Burnout for Some Specialties

Medscape Medical News January 25, 2021

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My Personal Experience With the Pfizer Vaccine

Commentary January 22, 2021

Dr Kathryn Dao, a rheumatologist, shares her experience as a participant in the vaccine clinical trial.
COVID Vaccine Anaphylaxis: Who Is at Risk?

Viewpoint January 29, 2021

What's the most likely cause of the reported anaphylactic reactions to the COVID vaccines, and how can physicians keep patients safe?
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Guidelines and Recommendations for the Management of SLE

Journal Article January 29, 2021
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COVID-19 Vaccination Raises Ethical Questions

Expert Interview January 28, 2021

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A Man With Stooped Posture and Mysterious Back and Neck Pain

Clinical Case November 19, 2020

A 53-year-old man with diabetes and hypertension presents with a 6-month history of worsening backache and stiffness. His posture is stooped, with a loss of lumbar curvature. What is the diagnosis?
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A 27-Year-Old Woman With Knee Pain and Facial Rash

Interactive Quiz November 13, 2020
Patient Simulation: A 39-Year-Old Woman With Joint Pain, Hair Loss, and Rash

Patient Simulation October 22, 2020
Patient Simulation: A 44-Year-Old Woman With Joint Pain

Patient Simulation October 12, 2020

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Judge Blocks Trump Rule to Limit Health Studies in EPA Regs

Associated Press February 1, 2021

The EPA released one of its last major rollbacks limiting what evidence it will consider about the risks of pollutants in a way that opponents say could cripple future public health regulation.
License Expired? No Problem, Uncle Sam Wants You to Vaccinate

Medscape Medical News January 29, 2021
Top 10 Technology Hazards: Pandemic Plays Key Role

Medscape Medical News January 29, 2021
US Drug Prices Much Higher Than in Other Nations

WebMD Health News January 29, 2021

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