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Ultra-grip Shoes Could Reduce NHS Staff Injuries

News January 25, 2021

A study has shown that Health and Safety Executive-rated ultra-grip shoes could reduce injuries in NHS staff, if worn as a part of the uniform.
NICE Recommends Filgotinib for Moderate to Severe Active RA

News January 25, 2021
UK COVID-19 Update: 'Higher Mortality' With New Variant, R Down, No 'Cash for Compliance'

News January 22, 2021

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CDC: Gap Between Vaccine Doses Could Be 6 Weeks

WebMD Health News January 22, 2021

The CDC has updated its guidance on how long people can wait between the first and second doses of the Pfizer/BioNTech and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines to up to 6 weeks.
Little Help, Possible Harm of Antidepressants for Pain

Medscape Medical News January 22, 2021
What We Know and Don't Know About Virus Variants and Vaccines

Medscape Medical News January 21, 2021

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COVID-19 Drives Physician Burnout for Some Specialties

Medscape Medical News January 25, 2021
Little Help, Possible Harm of Antidepressants for Pain

Medscape Medical News January 22, 2021
Trump Pardons a Handful of Physicians on His Way Out

Medscape Medical News January 21, 2021
Physician Happiness Outside Work Sees Sharp Drop in a Year: Survey

Medscape Medical News January 21, 2021
Metformin Treatment Again Linked to Fewer Deaths From COVID-19

Medscape Medical News January 20, 2021
Barrett's Esophagus Common in Women With Scleroderma

Reuters Health Information January 19, 2021
Greater Reductions in Knee OA Pain Seen With Supportive Shoes

Medscape Medical News January 14, 2021
Long-COVID Cases Rise as Stigma of Chronic Fatigue Taunts

Medscape Medical News January 14, 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.
'Death by 1000 Cuts': Medscape National Physician Burnout & Suicide Report 2021

Report January 22, 2021

Burnout and depression are still serious problems among physicians, especially amid COVID-19. More than 12,000 physicians told us how burnout has affected their relationships, career, and happiness.
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Fibromyalgia Screening in Patients With Chronic Fatigue

Journal Article January 20, 2021
Rapid COVID Testing Is Not Where It Needs to Be

Commentary January 19, 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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COVID-19 Drives Physician Burnout for Some Specialties

Medscape Medical News January 25, 2021

COVID-19 pushes critical care doctors to the top of the list in Medscape's burnout survey. Women are hit harder than men, and 1 in 10 doctors say burnout could drive them to leave medicine.
J&J COVID Vaccine Gets Unique CPT Code Even Before FDA Filing

Medscape Medical News January 22, 2021
Biden Signs 10 New Orders to Help Fight COVID-19

Medscape Medical News January 21, 2021
Trump Pardons a Handful of Physicians on His Way Out

Medscape Medical News January 21, 2021

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