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A progressive resistance strength training program can improve some aspects of hand osteoarthritis

ACR: Resistance Training Program Beneficial in Hand Osteoarthritis

Progressive resistance strength training program effective for pain, function, treatment satisfaction
A web-based cognitive behavioral therapy program is effective for preventing suicidal ideation among medical interns

Web-Based CBT Program Cuts Suicidal Ideation in Interns

Web-based cognitive behavioral therapy program reduces likelihood of endorsing suicidal ideation
Diet may influence risk of developing rheumatoid arthritis

ACR: Studies Explore Link Between Diet and RA

Healthy eating might help prevent the disease, researchers say
Expanding protocols for rooming and discharge can allow physicians to free up an hour or more of time per day

Expanding Rooming, Discharge Office Protocols Can Save Time

Delegating rooming, discharge tasks to clinical support staff can save physicians ≥1 hour/day
The American College of Physicians has joined other organizations in an amicus curiae brief to the Supreme Court

ACP Joins Amicus Curiae Brief to Supreme Court

Brief urges Supreme Court to uphold considerations of race, ethnicity in med school application process
The more tests and treatments U.S. doctors order for patients

Doctors Who Order More Tests Have Fewer Malpractice Claims

Study explores link between 'defensive medicine' and malpractice claims
Most Americans now support aggressive regulation to keep health care costs in check -- including price caps on drugs

Poll: Americans Want Health Care Costs Kept in Check

Suggestions include price controls on drugs, hospitals, and doctors
Financial and other factors should be considered before physicians change career direction

Doctors Should Consider Financial Factors Before Career Change

Issues to consider include cost of career change, ability to use Internet to monetize skills
Two alternative therapies -- acupuncture and the Alexander Technique -- appear equally beneficial for the long-term relief of chronic neck pain

Alternative Treatments Found to Benefit Chronic Neck Pain

Acupuncture, 'Alexander Technique' helped more than drugs and physical therapy
More Americans than ever are taking prescription drugs

Prescription Medication Use on the Rise in the United States

Many adults take five or more medications, often for preventable ills