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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

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Infographic: Incomes Climb for Young Physicians

Article September 23, 2022

For physicians younger than 40 years, average compensation rose in 2021 at rates even faster than for their older peers. However, a pay gap persists between younger male and female doctors.
Young Physicians Compensation Report 2022

Report September 23, 2022
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Uganda Has Confirmed Seven Ebola Cases So Far, One Death

News September 23, 2022
First Known Opiate Biomarker Shows Fentanyl's Effect on Brain

News September 23, 2022
How an Expert Would Manage Her Own Advanced Cancer

Commentary September 23, 2022
Another Study Shows Fenofibrate Benefit on Diabetic Retinopathy

News September 23, 2022
Supply Situation Improved but Medical Challenges in Ukraine

Commentary September 23, 2022
Nixing 'Race Adjustment' May Up Kidney Transplant Odds for Blacks

News September 23, 2022

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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?
A Woman Who Owns a Hot Tub and Chickens Has Dyspnea, Cough

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

Interactive Quiz September 20, 2022
Fast Five Quiz: COVID-19 Omicron Variant

Fast Five Quiz September 20, 2022

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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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