AMA Calls for Inclusive Family, Medical Leave Policies
Association will advocate for policies inclusive of LGBTQ workers
International Group Develops Best Practices for Drug Packaging
Global regulators recommend adoption of ready-to-use/administer syringes and premixed IV solutions
High Financial Burden Up With ASCVD in Low-Income Families
High burden for many low-income families with member with ASCVD, including those with insurance
Red Cross Issues Nationwide Call for Blood Donations
While all blood types are needed, type O negative and positive are especially crucial
IV Acetaminophen Minimally Helpful for Colectomy Pain
IV acetaminophen has similar effectiveness to oral doses and doesn't meaningfully cut opioid use
IT Solutions for Easier EHRs Save Physicians Time, Burnout
These solutions improve EHR user interface with easier login identification, voice recognition
Patients Comfortable With Doctors Having Tattoos, Piercings
Survey finds body art does not impact patients' perceptions of competence, professionalism
Anticonvulsants Seem to Be Ineffective for Low Back Pain
And, gabapentinoids have a higher risk for adverse events
Hospitals Face $218B in Federal Payment Cuts From 2010 to 2028
11 pieces of legislation plus regulatory changes result in payment reductions beyond those under ACA
Patient Complaints Mainly About Rudeness, Rushing, Reproach
Complaints of rudeness vary from being verbally attacked by receptionist to feeling insulted by docs
