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Monkeypox May Get New Name to Curb Stigma

The World Health Organization announced Friday that it plans to rename the condition to eliminate any derogatory or racist connotations.

Women With Chronic Kidney Disease Face Lower Odds of Diagnosis, Appropriate Management

There are sex-related differences in the detection, recognition, monitoring, referrals, and management of chronic kidney disease (CKD).

Predictors of Sexual Dysfunction in Patients With HIV on Long-Term Antiretroviral Therapy

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Estie Mermelstein, MSN, FNP-BC

Researchers assessed factors associated with sexual dysfunction among patients with HIV infection receiving long-term antiretroviral therapy.

FDA Stretches Monkeypox Vaccine Supply by Authorizing Smaller Doses

As at-risk Americans stand in long lines across the country, trying to get the Jynneos monkeypox vaccine, U.S. officials on Tuesday announced they will modify dosing instructions for the shot.

Poll: Inflation Has Many Americans Cutting Back on Health Care

Inflation is putting Americans’ health at risk, with nearly two in five struggling to pay for the care they need, according to a new West Health-Gallup poll.

Acute Pediatric Infectious Conjunctivitis Treatment Lacks Consistency

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Mary Stroka

Researchers survey clinicians to understand the challenges they face in prescribing or withholding antibiotic treatments for acute pediatric infectious conjunctivitis and call attention to a lack of nationalized standards.

Patient Satisfaction High for Both Phone and Video Telemedicine Visits

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Bradley van Paridon

Researchers compared patient satisfaction with telemedicine visits conducted via phone vs video.

In COVID “Rebound” Biden Tests Positive for Second Day in a Row

resident Joe Biden is back in isolation and has tested positive for COVID-19 for the second day in a row.

Banana Boat Sunscreen Recalled Due to Benzene

Edgewell Personal Care Co. has recalled three batches of its Banana Boat Hair & Scalp Sunscreen Spray SPF 30 because trace levels of benzene were found in some samples during an internal review.

Texas Court Case Could Threaten Americans’ Health Care Nationwide

A federal lawsuit out of Texas could end access to free lifesaving preventive health care services for nearly 168 million people in the US with private insurance.

Biden Tests Negative for COVID-19, Ends Isolation Period

After contracting COVID-19 last week, President Joe Biden has tested negative for the virus and ended his isolation period.

Parental Leave Does Not Impact Residents’ Subsequent Board Scores

Taking extended leave during residency for parental or medical leave does not appear to impact subsequent board scores.

HIPAA Violations On the Rise as Ransomeware Attacks Increase

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John Schieszer, MA

Ransomware attacks now account for 25% of all data breaches, according to Verizon’s 2022 Data Breach Investigation Report.

COPD Triple Therapy: Single- vs Multiple-Inhaler Outcomes

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Ron Goldberg

In COPD, how does using single-inhaler triple therapy instead of multiple-inhaler triple therapy affect health care costs, mortality, and treatment adherence?

Effect of Heavy Alcohol Use on Self-Reported Health Status in Men vs Women With HIV

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Estie Mermelstein, MSN, FNP-BC

Researchers assessed the temporal relationship between alcohol use and self-reported health status among men and women with HIV infection.

Child Care Stress Affects Health, Work of US HCWs During Pandemic

Child care stress during the pandemic is associated with anxiety, depression, burnout, intent to reduce hours, and intent to leave among HCWs.

Biden Administration Announces New Division to Deal With Pandemics

A new division in the U.S. Department of HHS will focus solely on coordinating responses to pandemic threats and other health emergencies.

Childbirth Now Costs Nearly $3000 for Insured Americans

A new analysis shows the average out-of-pocket expense for delivering a child in the United States is nearly $3,000, even for people with insurance.

Motivational Interviewing May Increase Antiretroviral Therapy Adherence in Patients With HIV

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Bradley van Paridon

Researchers assessed whether motivational interviews delivered by physicians increase antiretroviral therapy adherence among patients disengaged from HIV care.

Pulmonary Rehabilitation: Cost-Effectiveness for US Patients With COPD

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Ron Goldberg

How does pulmonary rehabilitation of patients after COPD-related hospitalizations affect the overall cost of care and quality-adjusted life expectancy?