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Trump lays out principles for ACA replacement
Former Speaker John Boehner warns, “In the 25 years that I served in the Unites States Congress, Republicans never ever one time agreed on what a...
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Megamerger rulings may chill future consolidations
The blocking of mergers between Aetna and Humana and Anthem and Cigna may discourage future consolidations between insurers and among providers....
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Risk considerations for suicidal physicians
LAS VEGAS – A common thread links physician suicides.
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Zika vaccine development expected to last through 2020
Phase I trials of Zika vaccines are currently underway, but broad distribution will need more time.
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Sprint to find Zika vaccine could hinge on summer outbreaks
Can researchers develop a Zika vaccine in time for the arrival of the menacing mosquitoes?
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Tips for taming atopic dermatitis and managing expectations
MIAMI – Even with recent FDA approval of the first new prescription agent to treat atopic dermatitis in more than 10 years, and more therapies...
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Lanadelumab reduced hereditary angioedema attacks by 88%-100%
Lanadelumab reduced attacks of hereditary angioedema with C1 inhibitor deficiency by 88%-100%.
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CMS to alert docs of their MIPS status soon
ORLANDO – By about the first week of April, CMS will notify practices if they are exempt.
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Want better patient engagement? Use social media
ORLANDO – Twitter, Facebook Live, and blogging are the most effective social medial platforms for doctors, according to cardiologist Kevin...
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Gluten-free diets related to high levels of arsenic, mercury
The increasingly popular diet may be more harmful than you think, according to a new study.
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Appeals court strikes down doctor gun gag law
An appeals court has struck down a Florida law that banned physicians from asking patients about firearms, ruling that the so-called gun gag law...