Health
New app helps Mali skin doctors reach out to distant patients
In Mali, where skin conditions are widespread and skin doctors are scarce, physicians have turned to technology to treat patients remotely.
Jun 6, 2017
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Brief interview by doctor may cut cannabis use in some youth
(HealthDay)—A brief intervention conducted by general practitioners could reduce cannabis use among some younger users, according to a study published in the March/April issue of the Annals of Family Medicine.
Mar 20, 2017
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Health
Seeing the same GP associated with fewer hospital admissions
Older patients who see the same general practitioner over time experience fewer avoidable admissions to hospital for certain conditions, finds a study published by The BMJ today.
Feb 1, 2017
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Acne treatment often not in line with current guidelines
(HealthDay)—Among U.K. general practitioners, acne treatment is often not in accordance with current guidelines, according to a study published in the December issue of the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology.
Nov 22, 2016
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Immunology
Many doctors still don't know facts about penicillin allergy
If you think you're allergic to penicillin, but have never been tested, ask for a referral to an allergist to confirm the allergy. Many physicians whose patients have "penicillin allergy" in their charts don't know that frequently, ...
Nov 11, 2016
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Rapid blood test can rule out serious infections in children
Using a simple decision rule and a finger prick to test blood, general practitioners can now detect serious infections in children very quickly. This ensures that seriously ill children don't have to wait for a diagnosis ...
Oct 6, 2016
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Health
Extending primary care hours is linked to fewer emergency department visits
Keeping primary care practices open for more hours on nights and weekends was linked to a reduction in patient-initiated emergency department visits for minor problems, according to a new study published in PLOS Medicine ...
Sep 6, 2016
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Medications
Decision-making tool may help doctors cut unnecessary antibiotic prescribing
Respiratory tract infections (RTI) with cough are the most common reason children are prescribed antibiotics by their doctors, but up to a third of prescriptions may be unnecessary. A new study of over 8000 children has identified ...
Sep 1, 2016
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Cardiology
Your blood can reveal your risk for heart disease
When you visit your general practitioner you can get your blood analyzed for cholesterol and triglycerides, to get an idea of your risk for cardiovascular disease. With additional information about BMI, smoking habits and ...
Jun 29, 2016
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Medical research
Diagnosing ear infection using smartphone
Researchers at Umeå University in Sweden have developed a method that simplifies the diagnosis of ear infections (otitis media), something which annually affects half a billion children worldwide. The software-based method ...
Mar 30, 2016
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