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Balancing work and family in medical physics

Level Up Your Career: How to Thrive as a Medical Physicist

Feeling stuck in your medical physics career? This article reveals the unique struggles faced by women and men in the field, and offers actionable strategies to create a more equitable and fulfilling professional life. Learn how to find role models, manage workloads, and advocate for change.

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Cancer Pain Relief: How Hydromorphone Can Help HIV Patients

This article explores the use of hydromorphone for cancer pain relief in HIV patients, addressing the challenges of drug interactions and providing insights into safe pain management strategies.

Photodynamic therapy targeting lung cancer cells.

Photodynamic Therapy: A Ray of Hope for Lung Cancer Treatment?

Discover the evolution and impact of photodynamic therapy (PDT) in lung cancer treatment. From early detection to palliative care, explore how PDT is changing lives.

Illustration of the 'shoulder point fitting' method for tricuspid valve repair

Shoulder Point Fitting: A Simpler Way to Repair Tricuspid Valves?

Discover how the 'shoulder point fitting' method is revolutionizing tricuspid valve repair, offering a more reliable and adaptable technique for surgeons dealing with complex valve anatomies.

Symbolic representation of cognitive restoration in severe dementia.

Dementia Care Revolution: A New Tool for Assessing Severe Cognitive Decline

Discover how the MAC-SD, a revolutionary assessment tool, is changing dementia care by providing a more detailed and sensitive evaluation of cognitive and functional abilities in patients with severe dementia, leading to more personalized and effective care strategies.

Stem cells repairing damaged retina in macular degeneration treatment.

New Hope for Aging Eyes: Stem Cell Therapies to Combat Macular Degeneration

Explore the innovative world of stem cell therapies targeting age-related macular degeneration (AMD). Learn how these new treatments aim to restore vision by replacing damaged cells in the retina, offering hope for those affected by this common aging-related condition.

Image symbolizing hope and successful liver transplantation.

Beating the Odds: Emergency Liver Transplants and the Future of High-Risk Patients

Discover how a groundbreaking approach to emergency liver transplantation is saving lives and offering new possibilities for patients previously considered too high-risk. This article explores the innovative techniques and the potential future of liver transplant procedures.

Protective aura surrounding a healthy eye, symbolizing glaucoma treatment success

BAK-Free Travoprost: Can It Really Protect Your Vision for 3 Years?

Discover how BAK-free travoprost could be a game-changer for glaucoma patients. We dive into a recent study exploring its long-term effects on intraocular pressure and visual field performance.

Surreal image representing bruxism as gears grinding in a sleeping person's jaw.

Bruxism: Why You Might Be Grinding Your Teeth (and What to Do About It)

Do you wake up with a sore jaw or sensitive teeth? You might be one of the many adults unknowingly grinding their teeth. Learn about bruxism, its causes, and practical solutions to safeguard your dental health.

Hormonal network influencing prostate cancer treatment.

Decoding Prostate Cancer: Can Sex Hormones Predict Treatment Success?

Unlocking the secrets of prostate cancer treatment: Discover how monitoring sex hormone levels could revolutionize patient care and pave the way for tailored therapies.

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