Even if you’ve never been hospitalized you undoubtedly have seen media depictions of patient rounds—that decades-old tradition of a medical
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Researchers develop foldable tent for safe dental care during the pandemic
Dental treatments are performed at close proximity to the mouths and noses of the patients, and the procedures are often
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Residential care community characteristics vary by dementia prevalence
(HealthDay)—Residential care communities (RCCs) with a high proportion of residents diagnosed with dementia have a higher prevalence of depression and
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Aged care isn’t working, but we can create neighborhoods to support healthy ageing in place
In 2020, the coronavirus pandemic has exposed issues and inequities across society. How we plan for aging populations and older
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How to Care for Your Skin During Radiation Therapy
WEDNESDAY, Oct. 21, 2020 — Proper skin care is crucial for cancer patients receiving radiation therapy, the American Academy of
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Primary care visits dropped in early months of the pandemic
(HealthDay)—There has been a decrease in primary care office visits during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a study published online
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New tools improve care for cancers that spread to the brain
Ambitious efforts at UVA Cancer Center to improve care delivered to patients with cancer that has spread to the brain
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Study finds obesity medicine specialists are using evidence-based care
The United States obesity rate is now more than 40%, and physicians are looking for new and more effective ways
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Women received less aggressive care than men after a heart attack with pumping failure
When the heart suddenly can’t pump enough blood to meet the body’s needs after a heart attack, women ages 18-55
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Virus shutdown took a toll on routine health care for kids
A sharp decline in routine medical care for low-income children during the coronavirus shutdown could cause long-term harm if not
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