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A Global Health Researcher

Dr. Catherine Pirkle always enjoyed traveling and being in very diverse settings, so she was enthused after learning that she had been selected as a Fulbright Specialist by the J. William Fulbright Council for International Exchange of Scholars in spring 2017. The Fulbright Specialist Program sends U.S. faculty and professionals to serve as expert consultants […]

February 6, 2019

University researchers link electronic health records, physician stress

Over the past few years, burnout among physicians has garnered more attention from researchers; and recently, a University study confirmed that stress related to electronic health records is common among doctors. According to the study’s lead author, Associate Professor of Medicine at the Warren Alpert Medical School Rebekah Gardner, “the prevalence of stress related to […]

February 4, 2019

Medical Students Push For More LGBT Health Training To Address Disparities

When Sarah Spiegel was in her first year at New York Medical College in 2016, she sat in a lecture hall watching a BuzzFeed video about what it’s like to be an intersex or a transgender person. “It was a good video, but it felt inadequate for the education of a class of medical students, […]

February 4, 2019

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New care models, research tools and treatments are accelerating on the health care landscape

From new buildings to new research tools and treatments, change is a constant in today’s health care landscape, both locally and globally. Most experts would even tell you that change is accelerating, both in terms of research and treatment and the business side of health care. Here’s a look at some of the more visible […]

February 4, 2019

Massachusetts Officials Kick Start New Housing Program to Address Youth Homelessness

Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker recently announced a new student housing program as part of $3 million in grant funding to state community organizations that help address youth homelessness. In its initial launch, the state plans to spend $120,000 to pilot the program at Bridgewater State, Framingham State, Worchester State universities and at the University of […]

February 4, 2019

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TouroCOM Harlem Launches Free, Student-Run Clinic for Harlem Community

Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine (TouroCOM) Harlem campus Dean Dr. David Forstein has recently announced the opening of a free, student-run clinic to serve the Harlem community. The Touro Harlem Health Clinic has begun reaching out to the Harlem community in efforts of scheduling appointments for individuals who cannot afford medical services, do not have […]

February 4, 2019

U.K. Launches One of The Largest Mental Health Studies in The World

In honor of Children’s Mental Health Week (Feb. 4-10), United Kingdom Secretary of Education Damian Hinds announced that a maximum of 370 schools in England will participate in a series of studies testing different approaches to supporting children and adolescent’s mental health. Children attending one of the participating schools will benefit from mindfulness exercises, pupil […]

February 4, 2019

Two Columbia Students Diagnosed with Meningococcal Disease

Columbia University administrators have recently announced that there have been two diagnosed cases of Meningococcal disease, a viral or bacterial inflammation of membranes around the spinal cord and brain, at its School of International and Public Affairs. Both students are being treated in Mount Sinai St. Luke’s Hospital. According to federal law, Columbia is required […]

February 4, 2019

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Report shows mortality, health disparities in Washington

SPOKANE, Wash. – Researchers at Washington State University Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine released a new report that shows eastern Washington counties suffer from higher mortality rates in nine out of 10 of the state’s leading causes of death than western Washington counties. Read More

January 30, 2019

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Students’ mental health the focus of Nebraska documentary

As a group of documentary filmmakers have traveled the state showcasing public schools in Nebraska, one issue has consistently been apparent. “It’s hard not to walk into a school or classroom without hearing how much mental health impacts our students today,” said Brittany Mascio, director of marketing for Nebraska Loves Public Schools. Read More

January 30, 2019

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Which Is The Best Path To Medicine: MD Vs. DO

The majority of physicians in America are MDs (Doctor of Medicine), but a growing number of medical students are choosing to go the route of DO (Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine) instead. Many students are probably wondering what the differences are between the MD and the DO, and whether or not one is better than the […]

January 30, 2019

Report Shows Health Care Professions Top List of Most In-Demand Jobs for 2019

According to a new report by CareerCast, health care professions top the list of the most in-demand jobs for 2019, with home health aides ranked the most in-demand. By 2024, the Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts a 47 percent increase in home health positions. Other in-demand positions in the health field include Medical Services Manager, […]

January 30, 2019

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NIH Gives $12M to UIC to Continue Latino Health Study

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has given a $12 million contract to the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) to continue its participation in the epidemiological Hispanic Community Health Study/Study of Latinos (HCHS/SOL). First launched in 2008, HCHS/SOL is a multisite study created to locate specific diseases present within the Hispanic population, in addition […]

January 30, 2019

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Is there harm in hospitals targeting rich patients for donations?

Nonprofit hospitals across the United States are seeking donations from the people who rely on them most: their patients. Many hospitals conduct nightly wealth screenings — using software that culls public data such as property records, contributions to political campaigns and other charities — to gauge which patients are most likely to be the source […]

January 28, 2019

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How Being Fit During Your College Years Can Help Solve Your Confidence Issues

Do you often admire the athletic physique of your college friend? Wonder why your friend is obsessing with his or her diet during college hours? Most of us during our college days think that a good physique is merely for looks, getting girls and appreciation from fellow mates. Apart from these superficial aspects, a fit […]

January 23, 2019

More tools for students to deal with mental health

A pair of mental health initiatives were rolled out at Nipissing University and Canadore College on Monday. The event took place on “Blue Monday” which is considered one of the most depressing days of the year. Read More

January 23, 2019

Genetic diversity could bring about better Alzheimer’s treatment, study says

Genetic diversity among the test subjects in Alzheimer’s disease research could help bring about better treatment options for the condition, a new study says. Researchers funded by the National Institute on Aging, or NIA, injected a mouse model of familial Alzheimer’s known as 5XFAD into a group of genetically diverse mice. This group shared the […]

January 23, 2019

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Health system appoints diversity officer

A local health system has named its new diversity officer. Spectrum Health said it appointed Ovell Barbee, human resources SVP, to the role, in addition to his current responsibilities. Read More

January 23, 2019