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Many men with low-risk prostate cancer who choose active surveillance may not be followed as closely as they should be

Low-Risk Prostate CA Patients May Not Be Monitored Properly

Many men who chose 'watchful waiting' were not followed as recommended
A case before the Supreme Court is potentially threatening patient confidentiality

AMA: Case Before Supreme Court Threatens Patient Privacy

Case involves Medical Board obtaining three years of prescribing history for doctor, after single complaint
Burnout is a growing problem among American doctors

Burnout Rates on the Rise for Physicians

Surveys show a nearly 10 percent increase across a range of specialties in the United States

November 2015 Briefing – Urology

Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in Urology for November 2015. This roundup includes the latest...
Patients at VA hospitals who contracted Clostridium difficile following surgery were five times more likely to die and 12 times more likely to suffer postoperative morbidity

C. Difficile Infection Tied to Higher Risk of Post-Op Mortality

Postoperative complications also increased in this patient population
The use of social media channels and associated benefits for physicians are highlighted in a recent article published by the American Academy of Family Physicians. And guidelines are provided for physicians wishing to become active in social media.

AAFP Recommends Doctors Explore Use of Social Media

Guidelines provided for physicians wishing to become more active in social media
Physicians should prescribe generic medications whenever possible

ACP: Physicians Should Prescribe Generic Meds If Possible

Brand name medications not superior to molecularly identical generic medications
For one physician

Music Can Help Doctors Develop Relationships With Patients

Cardiologist describes how showing her vulnerability through music has made her a better doctor
Yoga may benefit men who are undergoing radiation therapy for prostate cancer

Yoga May Help Maintain Quality of Life for Prostate Cancer Patients

Small study shows those undergoing radiation therapy had fewer side effects, less fatigue
For long-term prostate cancer survivors

Strategy Can Up Odds for Intact Sexual Function Post Radiation

Researchers investigate sexual dysfunction post RT for localized prostate cancer