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Stent Thrombosis & Mortality: Unpacking the Debate Around Timing and Treatment

Dive into the ongoing discussion around antiplatelet treatment for acute coronary syndromes. We break down the ATLANTIC trial, examining the nuances of pre-treatment strategies, stent thrombosis risks, and mortality outcomes. Discover how these findings could reshape clinical practice.

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Unlocking Treatment Success: Overcoming Barriers in Rheumatoid Arthritis Care

Treating rheumatoid arthritis effectively requires addressing barriers to treatment adjustments. This article explores how to overcome these challenges for improved patient care and outcomes.

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Syphilis: Understanding Its Resurgence and Prevention

Syphilis is making a comeback globally. Learn about the causes, symptoms, treatments, and how to stay safe in this comprehensive guide.

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Heartbreak at the Cellular Level: How Stress Redefines Calmodulin's Role in Cardiac Health

New research illuminates how stress-induced changes in the heart can cause a critical protein, calmodulin, to relocate within heart cells, initiating a series of events that lead to cardiac hypertrophy and heart failure.

Illustration of a healthy brain protected from oral bacteria, symbolizing Alzheimer's prevention through good oral hygiene.

Is Gum Disease the Missing Piece in the Alzheimer's Puzzle?

Discover how gum disease could be contributing to Alzheimer's and what you can do to protect your brain health. Learn about the groundbreaking study linking oral bacteria to neuroinflammation and cognitive decline.

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Antenatal Steroids: Are They Always a Safe Bet for Premature Babies?

Discover the latest findings on antenatal corticosteroids (ACS) and their impact on cardiovascular health in premature babies. Learn about the potential risks and benefits of ACS for growth-restricted fetuses.

Oxibendazole transforming prostate cancer cells into healthy cells

Can a Common Deworming Drug Hold the Key to Prostate Cancer Treatment?

Scientists have discovered that oxibendazole, a medication typically used to treat parasitic worm infections, exhibits promising anti-cancer properties by supressing the growth of androgen-independent prostate cancer cells.

Scales balancing efficiency and equity in healthcare.

The Equity Equation: Why What's Measured Matters in Healthcare

Explore how prioritizing measurable data in healthcare technology assessment can unintentionally marginalize equity. Discover the importance of incorporating fairness and distribution into decision-making for a more just healthcare system.

Nurse holding patient's hand, symbolizing compassion and connection.

The Human Connection: How Person-Centered Care Transformed Nursing for Chelsea Wade

In a reflective essay, Chelsea Wade shares a poignant experience that reshaped her understanding of nursing. Learn how a simple act of kindness transformed a patient's perspective and reinforced the vital role of person-centered care in nursing.

Healthcare worker protected from chemotherapy exposure

Cytotoxic Exposure: Are You at Risk? Protecting Healthcare Heroes from Hazardous Drug Exposure

Discover how a new, highly sensitive urine test is revolutionizing the monitoring of exposure to hazardous drugs among healthcare professionals. Learn about the risks, the science, and how this breakthrough can protect those who protect us.

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