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Survey: Few nephrology programs have established pediatric-to-adult transition clinics
Few nephrology programs have pediatric-to-adult transition clinics for young adult patients with kidney disease despite recommendations of established guidelines, according to a survey.
Plan for educational expenses with 529 plans

An important part of financial planning for physicians with children can be 529 plans.
Discussion about NIH research funding cuts requires 'data, time and careful evaluation'

NIH’s plan to cut what it pays universities and other entities for indirect costs associated with scientific research would create “extremely challenging” short- and long-term impacts, according to a renowned data scientist and researcher.
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Research community braces for 'profoundly negative impact' of NIH cuts

NIH’s decision to cut what it pays universities and other entities for indirect costs associated with scientific research would have immediate and far-reaching consequences, according to many academic institutions and professional societies.
BLOG: New law in Massachusetts increases regulatory hurdles for transactions

On Jan. 8, Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey signed a law that will require all providers and provider organizations to give at least 60 days’ notice to the state before making certain changes to their operations or governance structure.
The pediatric nephrology workforce is in crisis

Pediatric nephrology is facing a looming workforce shortage. Concern initially developed within the community via anecdotal evidence and water cooler conversations at national meetings. More recently, alarm has heightened substantially due to the advent of more objective data.
How to contribute more dollars to tax-sheltered Roth accounts

For high-income earners, including physicians, getting funds directly into a Roth IRA or other after-tax accounts can be a complex challenge.
Senators vote on party lines to advance RFK Jr. nomination for HHS secretary

Senators voted on party lines Tuesday to advance the nomination of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to be the next U.S. health secretary.
Pharmacy benefit managers levy 'very significant markups' on drug prices for $7.3B payday

Pharmacy benefit managers overcharged for specialty generic medications — in many cases by hundreds and thousands of percent — for billions in profits, according to a report from the Federal Trade Commission, or FTC.
Decentralized clinical trials: FDA guidance and the ‘new modus operandi’

The COVID-19 pandemic forced investigators conducting clinical trials to use decentralized elements, such as telehealth, to continue their research.
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Veterinarians had undetected bird flu infections, but such cases are rare, CDC says
February 19, 20252 min read -
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Semaglutide may raise risk for form of optic neuropathy in adults with type 2 diabetes
February 20, 20253 min read -
Headline News
CDC disease detectives ‘remain in their positions,’ agency says
February 20, 20253 min read