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Ticks capable of transmitting Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses have been identified in dozens of places across the United States where the pests had never previously been recorded

Lyme-Bearing Ticks More Widespread in U.S. Than Thought

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Disease-carrying ticks were detected in 83 counties where they'd never been found before
Coverage rates and access to care are significantly higher in states with Medicaid expansion

Increased Coverage in States With Medicaid Expansion

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Most low-income non-elderly adults in non-expansion state of Kansas support expanding Medicaid
There are significant variations in practice patterns and resource utilization in patients treated by teaching staff for acute exacerbations of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

Variations in Practice Patterns Seen in Patients Treated for COPD

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Differences in use of steroids, antibiotics noted between teaching and non-teaching hospital staff
A same-day appointment system can feasibly be introduced

Same-Day Appointment System Implemented in Health Network

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Lessons learned include importance of matching the changing needs of patients, honoring the patient
A Salmonella outbreak that has sickened 90 people in 26 states has been linked to a variety of raw turkey products

Salmonella Outbreak in 26 States Linked to Raw Turkey Products

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40 individuals have been hospitalized to date; no deaths have been reported
Patients do in fact care what doctors wear

Patients Care About the Clothes Doctors Wear

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New findings show that attire influenced satisfaction with clinical care
The Ten Questions screen is an effective way to screen HIV-positive children for neurodevelopmental problems in resource-poor areas

Ten Questions Screen Helps ID Disability in HIV+ Children

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Study shows it effectively IDs neurodevelopmental problems in resource-poor areas
Several strategies can be implemented to help address management of staff time off

Seven Strategies Can Help Practices Manage Staff Time Off

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Strategies, including a paid time off bank, allow staff some flexibility while maintaining a business
A Salmonella outbreak that's sickened 21 people in five states has been linked to Hy-Vee Spring Pasta Salad. Five people have been hospitalized. No deaths have been reported

Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Hy-Vee Spring Pasta Salad

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21 people have fallen ill; five people have been hospitalized; no deaths reported to date
An approach to shared decision-making that stratifies risk might be most appropriate for preventing Zika infection

Shared Decision-Making Approach to Zika Best for Travelers

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Helping travelers to weigh risks versus importance of travel might be most effective prevention method