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I Am a Physician Face of Affirmative Action

The Supreme Court's ruling hurts, but still I have hope

Jun 30, 2023
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Sweetener Tied to Cancer; Pillow Bacteria Copious; SCOTUS Ruling 'Bad for Medicine'

Health news and commentary from around the Web gathered by MedPage Today staff

Jun 30, 2023
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Opinion
Threats to Democracy Are Threats to Health

This term, the Supreme Court brought some surprising, but good, news

Jun 29, 2023
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CDC Director Post Will Require Senate Confirmation Starting in 2025

Change will increase the position's status but also has its downsides, experts say

Jun 28, 2023
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What Has Mehmet Oz Been Up To?

Oz went silent on social media after losing his Senate race, but appears to be making a comeback

Jun 27, 2023
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Agent Orange Exposure Tied to Bladder Cancer Risk in Veterans

Increased risk described as "modest," and no association seen with aggressiveness of cancer

Jun 27, 2023
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Opinion
The Next CDC Director Could Learn a Thing or Two From Warren Buffett

Restoring trust in the agency will require more than just science

Jun 27, 2023
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Should Hospitals Get Paid More Than Physician Practices for the Same Service?

Yes, because of their higher costs, said speakers at a hospital association event

Jun 26, 2023
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Biden to Sign Executive Order to Expand Contraception Access

Order is part of a three-pronged strategy on reproductive rights

Jun 23, 2023
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MACRA Gets Mixed Reviews at House Hearing

Despite good intentions, it hasn't solved Medicare's physician payment issues, experts say

Jun 22, 2023
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More Transparency Needed in Healthcare, House Members Told

Lack of data from hospitals, PBMs in the spotlight at hearing

Jun 21, 2023
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A Year Later, Doctors Feel Impact of Dobbs Decision 'Every Single Day'

"Sometimes, I feel that I am not able to fulfill the Hippocratic Oath"

Jun 21, 2023
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Opinion
The Supreme Court Delivers an Unexpected Win for Medicaid Recipients

An important accountability measure has been upheld

Jun 17, 2023
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