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A huge recall of products that contain cumin spice possibly contaminated with peanut has been ongoing in the United States since December

FDA: People With Peanut Allergy Should Avoid Cumin Products

Huge recall of products that contain cumin spice possibly contaminated with peanut
Doctors appear less likely to get divorced than most other health care professionals

Doctors, Pharmacists Least Likely Health Pros to Divorce

But women physicians 1.5 times more likely than male counterparts
Fear of discrimination is a major reason why about one-third of lesbian

Fear of Discrimination Keeps Many LGBT Med Students Silent

Thirty percent of LGBT surveyed said they didn't reveal sexual identity in medical school
Apology laws

Article Emphasizes Importance of Apology in Medical Error

Apology laws unnecessary if physicians understand the importance of offering accountability
Elevated levels of plasma D-dimer are associated with attacks of hereditary angioedema due to C1 esterase inhibitor deficiency

D-Dimer Levels Up in C1-INH Deficient Hereditary Angioedema

However, rhC1INH therapy not associated with thrombotic events
Some bakery products sold as free of cow's milk may not be safe for those with milk allergies because they still contain milk protein

Milk Protein Detected in Some ‘Cow’s Milk-Free’ Baked Goods

Cow's milk protein detected in non-prepacked bakery products sold as free of cow's milk
In an environment where patients are increasingly aware of the costs of health care

High Deductible Plans Factor Into Physician-Patient Relationship

Physicians may want to be proactive by detailing costs and options for patients
Occupational exposure to gas

Exposure to Gas, Dust, Fumes Ups Risk of Mite Sensitization

In mite-sensitized subjects, GDF linked to physician-diagnosed asthma and wheeze
From 1980 to 2010 the Latino physician shortage worsened

Latino Physician Shortage Has Worsened Since 1980

Decrease in Latino physician rate per 100,000 of the Latino population from 1980 to 2010
Patients often prefer physicians with formal attire and white coats

Patients Tend to Prefer Formal Physician Attire

Patient preferences influenced by age, geographic location, context of care