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Study: Skin Colour Affects Accuracy of Pulse Oximetry Readings for COVID-19

News January 28, 2022

Concerns have been raised about the reliability of pulse oximetry for assessing the severity of COVID-19 infection in different ethnic groups, with researchers warning this may delay patients receiving appropriate care.
COVID-19 Transmission Doubled in Care Homes Dependent on Agency Staff

News January 28, 2022
Opposition to Vaccine Mandate Grows

News January 28, 2022

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Long COVID Is Real, and Many Real Questions Remain

WebMD Health News January 28, 2022

Infectious disease experts share what the evidence reveals -- and what unanswered questions remain -- regarding long COVID.
Yoga Maneuver May Prevent Vasovagal Syncope

Medscape Medical News January 28, 2022
Ketamine vs ECT for Depression: First Head-to-Head Results

Medscape Medical News January 28, 2022

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COVID Vax in Parents Provides Strong Protection for Children

Medscape Medical News January 28, 2022
Modified Snacks Reduce LDL Cholesterol

Medscape Medical News January 28, 2022
Jeremiah Stamler, Pioneer of Preventive Cardiology, Dies at 102

Medscape Medical News January 28, 2022
Marijuana Use During Pregnancy Raised Risk of Adverse Neonatal Outcomes

Medscape Medical News January 28, 2022
Newly Approved Drug Improves Sleep Onset in Insomnia

Medscape Medical News January 28, 2022
Buprenorphine May Curb Opioid-Induced Respiratory Depression

Medscape Medical News January 28, 2022
Georgia Suing Biden Administration Over Medicaid Rejection

Associated Press January 28, 2022
Florida School District: No Excused Absences for COVID Concerns

WebMD Health News January 28, 2022

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Jan 28 2022 This Week in Cardiology

Commentary January 28, 2022

AF Screening, alcohol, sports-related sudden death, non-MD-led healthcare, and CPR are the topics John Mandrola, MD, discusses in this week’s podcast.
The Must-Read Acute Care Medicine Articles From 2021

Viewpoint January 28, 2022
Why Politicians Should Stay Out of Public Health Policy

Viewpoint January 28, 2022
Recent Data Bring COVID's Gastrointestinal Tolls Into Focus

Commentary January 28, 2022

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Georgia Suing Biden Administration Over Medicaid Rejection

Associated Press January 28, 2022

Georgia sued the Biden administration over its decision to revoke approval of a work requirement in the state’s plan to expand Medicaid coverage to more low-income Georgians.
To Help Process the Pandemic, One Doctor Turns to Art

Medscape Medical News January 28, 2022
6 Ways Doctors Practice Self-Care: From Pizza to Volunteerism

Medscape Medical News January 28, 2022
Medicare Patients Win the Right to Appeal Gap in Nursing Home Coverage

Kaiser Health News January 28, 2022

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Fast Five Quiz: Scleroderma ILD Presentation and Diagnosis

Fast Five Quiz January 28, 2022

Can you differentiate SSc-ILD from other subtypes? Test your knowledge with this quick quiz.
Fast Five Quiz: Molecular and Biomarker Analysis in NSCLC

Fast Five Quiz January 28, 2022
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Fast Five Quiz January 27, 2022
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Fast Five Quiz January 26, 2022

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