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Latest News
Wuhan virus: What clinicians need to know
“It’s not good enough to just download CDC’s guidance; use it to make your own local plan and know what to do 24/7.”
News
FDA: Cybersecurity vulnerabilities identified in GE Healthcare monitoring devices
The Safety Communication said that patches to address the vulnerabilities will be issued by GE Healthcare.
From the Journals
Carbs, fat, and mortality: Types matter more than levels
From the Journals
CAR T-cell therapy may worsen mental health in some patients
Conference Coverage
New ASH guideline: VTE prophylaxis after major surgery
ORLANDO – The chair of VTE guidelines panel presented highlights of the latest guidelines in a special session at the annual meeting of the...
Conference Coverage
ACGME deepening its commitment to physician well-being, leader says
NEW ORLEANS – Positive social relationships with others are crucial to joy and well-being in the practice of...
Commentary
How I became a better doctor
Dr. Richard W. Cohen describes how his experience as a patient changed his perspective on practicing medicine.
News
U.S. deaths from preventable causes occur more often in rural areas
In 2017, 21.7% of cancer deaths in the most rural counties were potentially preventable, compared with 3.2% in the most urban counties.
Conference Coverage
Best practice alerts really can work
SAN ANTONIO – A majority of alerts triggered by red blood cell orders were overridden, but for sound clinical reasons, investigators found.
Perspectives
2019 at a glance: Hem-onc U.S. drug approvals
A reference guide for the latest drug approvals in hematology and oncology, including biosimilars.
From the Journals
Demeaning patient behavior takes emotional toll on physicians
Deciding how or whether to respond was often dictated by the level of support from colleagues, a professional responsibility to peers.