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Study Links Newer Shingles Vaccine to Delayed Dementia Diagnosis
The current study made use of a “natural experiment” in the United States, which switched over from use of the live vaccine to the recombinant...
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Munchausen Syndrome by Proxy: Be Aware of Cutaneous Signs
Identifying Munchausen syndrome by proxy early is critical, as the mortality rate is extremely high.
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Study Finds Injuries, Stress Levels Increased Among Mohs Surgeons
The literature is limited concerning work-associated stressors among Mohs surgeons.
Feature
Follow-Up Outcomes Data Often Missing for FDA Drug Approvals Based on Surrogate Markers
As the FDA’s use of surrogate endpoints in the drug approval process is increasing, researchers are concerned important postapproval or validation...
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Survey Finds Mental Health Issues Increased After Cosmetic Procedure Complications
"Almost half of respondents -- 46% -- reported thinking about their complication for more than 3 hours a day," said study author, Taryn Murray, MD...
From the Journals
Cannabis Constituent May Be Key to Easing THC-Induced Anxiety
The findings could have implications for the use of medicinal or recreational cannabis, which has increased in recent years due to state...
Opinion
Time Wasted to Avoid Penalties
Is routine depression screening a waste of time? Many seem to think so.
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New Tool Helps Clinicians Detect Zoom Dysmorphia in Virtual Settings
Affected individuals may fear being misunderstood, judged, or ridiculed because of a perceived flaw in their appearance, Dr. George Kroumpouzos...
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Expert Shares Her Phased Approach to Caring for Patients with Delusional Infestation
“I often tell patients, ‘I will never give up on you if you will never give up on me,’ ” Dr. Jenny Murase said.
Conference Coverage
Neurologists Read Signs to Diagnose Functional Neurological Disorders
With training and experience, neurologists can learn the characteristics pointing to an accurate diagnosis of functional neurological disorder.
News from the FDA/CDC
FDA Removes Harmful Chemicals From Food Packaging
The “major source of dietary exposure to PFAS from food packaging” is being eliminated.