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April 12, 2021
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Many older Americans use online ratings when choosing physicians

Many older Americans use online ratings when choosing physicians

More than 40% of older adults in the United States said they utilized online ratings or reviews when choosing their doctor, according to survey data published in Annals of Internal Medicine.

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April 06, 2021
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Equity in cancer care must remain top priority in COVID-19 era, beyond, presenters say

Equity in cancer care must remain top priority in COVID-19 era, beyond, presenters say

Although much has been achieved within the past year in addressing inequities across the U.S. health care system, it is only the tip of the iceberg, according to panelists at the COVID-19 & Cancer Consortium Scientific Retreat.

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January 27, 2021
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Infant night waking linked to postpartum depression

Infant night waking linked to postpartum depression

Infant night waking was moderately associated with postpartum depression symptoms, a cross-sectional analysis of a survey conducted in Finland showed.

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November 16, 2020
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Bone mineral density testing rates still low among men receiving ADT for prostate cancer

Bone mineral density testing rates still low among men receiving ADT for prostate cancer

Rates of bone mineral density testing among men with prostate cancer undergoing androgen deprivation therapy have risen since 2000 but remain low, according to study results published in Journal of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network.

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October 13, 2020
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‘Get it out’ a common reaction for adults diagnosed with papillary thyroid cancer

‘Get it out’ a common reaction for adults diagnosed with papillary thyroid cancer

Adults diagnosed with papillary thyroid cancer had strong emotional reactions similar to those diagnosed with more aggressive cancers, according to a study published in Thyroid.

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September 11, 2020
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FDA clears IND application for cell therapy to treat radiotherapy-induced dry mouth

The FDA cleared an investigational new drug application for a mesenchymal stromal cell therapy to treat radiotherapy-induced xerostomia, also known as dry mouth.

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August 28, 2020
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Study to yield ‘deeper insights’ into COVID-19’s impact on cancer care in Latin America

Study to yield ‘deeper insights’ into COVID-19’s impact on cancer care in Latin America

A research effort is underway to evaluate the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on hematology and oncology practices across Latin America.

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August 10, 2020
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Becoming a Gender Equity Warrior with Narjust Duma, MD

Becoming a Gender Equity Warrior with Narjust Duma, MD

Narjust Duma, MD, is a thoracic oncologist, gender equity warrior and social media phenomenon. In this episode, we discuss recent events, microaggressions against women and people of color, and the beauty of diversity.

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