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More People Than Ever Use Obamacare, But What's Next?

January 8, 2025

In a big milestone, 24 million Americans have now signed up for health insurance through the Affordable Care Act. This law, often called Obamacare, was passed by former President Obama. It's a proud moment for Democrats, but Republicans have always had their doubts. President Biden has made the pro

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How Pediatric Nurse Practitioners' Work Reflects their Training

January 8, 2025

Healthcare is always changing, which means educators need to keep up. One group they're focusing on is pediatric nurse practitioners, or PNPs. A research team wanted to see what tasks PNPs are doing in real jobs, especially primary and acute care. They also wanted to check if these tasks match what

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Why Men in KwaZulu-Natal Avoid Sexual Health Clinics

January 8, 2025

Health experts have long been worried about men not using sexual and reproductive health (SRH) services enough. This can lead to serious health issues and even death, even though many problems could be prevented or cured. A study in KwaZulu-Natal wanted to find out why men living in hostels and goin

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Stress in Health Students: The Body Speaks

January 8, 2025

Lots of students in healthcare fields like dentistry and nursing manage hefty academic workloads and high expectations. This often leads to stress, which can show up in physical ways too, called somatization symptoms. Though these signs have been talked about a lot, not much focus has been given to

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Nurses Speak Up: Sexual Health for Disabled Individuals

January 8, 2025

Have you ever thought about how nurses perceive sexual healthcare for people with disabilities? Well, it's a topic that's not often discussed, but it's crucial. Nurses play a significant role in ensuring that everyone, regardless of their abilities, receives proper care. When we talk about disabled

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Safety in Thoracic Anesthesia: Protecting Healthcare Workers from Airborne Diseases

January 8, 2025

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought to light the risks healthcare workers face from airborne diseases. These risks are especially high during thoracic anesthesia, where procedures like tracheal intubation and flexible bronchoscopy can generate aerosols. These tiny droplets can spread respiratory infec

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Robots in Lung Cancer: How They Help Doctors Check Your Lungs

January 8, 2025

Ever wondered how doctors check if a little spot on your lung is serious? One way they do it is by using robots! Lung cancer is a big problem, with lots of people dying from it each year. The tricky part is that many people don't feel sick when they first get it. So, doctors often find it by acciden

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Climate Change and Lung Cancer in Asia: A Growing Concern

January 8, 2025

Asia is already grappling with a significant share of the global cancer burden, and lung cancer is a major part of this challenge. The increasing threat of climate change is adding another layer of complexity. Extreme weather events, like the devastating floods in India and Pakistan in 2022, can sev

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Creating an Islamic Medical Guide: Malaysia's Unique Approach

January 7, 2025

In today's diverse healthcare world, meeting the specific needs of Muslim patients is more important than ever. However, without clear guidelines, healthcare professionals often face difficulties in providing care that aligns with Islamic values. To solve this, experts in Malaysia are developing a n

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Few US Teens Get Gender-Affirming Meds, Study Shows

January 7, 2025

You might think that a lot of U. S. teens are getting gender-affirming medications, right? Well, a recent study says that's not the case. In fact, less than 1 in 1, 000 adolescents with commercial insurance received these medications over a five-year period. This includes puberty blockers and hormon