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Yeast-Fermented Chemo: Now We Can Brew Anything

Medscape Medical News September 23, 2022

Scientists genetically engineered yeast to produce vinblastine, a chemotherapeutic that is in short supply worldwide. It is the most complex compound brewed to date.
Experts Issue Health Warning About Giving Melatonin to Kids

Medscape Medical News September 23, 2022
Is the Pandemic Over?; Pot vs Big Pharma; Long COVID Treatment

3 Things to Know Today September 23, 2022

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GSK Eyes Spero's Experimental Urinary Tract Infection Drug, Takes Stake

Reuters Health Information September 23, 2022
Nixing 'Race Adjustment' May Up Kidney Transplant Odds for Blacks

Medscape Medical News September 23, 2022
Getting Friendly With Patients? Be Wary of Risks

Medscape Medical News September 23, 2022
Peritonitis After Dialysis Falling, Captured by Claims-Based Approach

Medscape Medical News September 22, 2022
Emergency Out-of-Network Payments Were Twice the Benchmark Level

Medscape Medical News September 22, 2022
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Type 1 Diabetes Cases Poised to Double Worldwide by 2040

Medscape Medical News September 22, 2022
Type 1 Diabetes Complication Risk Rises With A1c, Duration

Medscape Medical News September 22, 2022
GRADE Published: Liraglutide Best for Type 2 Diabetes After Metformin

Medscape Medical News September 21, 2022

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Managing Chronic Kidney Disease in Patients With Diabetes

Commentary June 9, 2022

Dr Sylvia Rosas discusses managing chronic kidney disease in patients with diabetes, as outlined in updated ADA 2022 Standards of Medical Care in Diabetes.
Strangers Donating Kidneys: 'Important Contributions'

Commentary April 29, 2022

Kidney donations from strangers have been increasing, but there is still need for more. Dr Divyanshu Malhotra reviews current programs and offers ways to increase 'Good Samaritan' donations.
Contrast-Associated Acute Kidney Injury Is a Meaningless Endpoint

Commentary April 12, 2022
Opioid-Induced Adrenal Insufficiency for the Hospitalist

Commentary October 27, 2021

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Pain, Vomiting in a 48-Year-Old on Levothyroxine, Metformin

Case Challenge September 23, 2022

A 48-year-old has epigastric pain and vomiting. Symptoms started suddenly and are similar to ones experienced 2 months earlier. He takes levothyroxine, metformin, and amlodipine daily. What's wrong?
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Case: Woman Presents to ED With Headache and Hypertension

Case Challenge September 23, 2022
ECG Challenge: High Blood Pressure and Asymptomatic

Clinical Case September 22, 2022
Trivia Quiz: Diseases of World Leaders

Interactive Quiz September 20, 2022

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ISN 2022

February 24-27, 2022 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia and Virtual
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November 04-7, 2021 Virtual

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What Med Students Need to Know About Money

Medscape Medical News September 23, 2022

Medical schools often focus on debt management and financial aid counseling but fall short of student expectations regarding financial literacy and operating a business.
The NP Will See You Now: Nurse-Run Clinic Offers Primary Care

Medscape Medical News September 23, 2022
Getting Friendly With Patients? Be Wary of Risks

Medscape Medical News September 23, 2022
How to Make the Best of Your Worst Reviews

Medscape Blogs September 23, 2022

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