Medicine

Medicine

Unexpected events can challenge even seasoned professionals' perceptions.

Medical surprises can arise from the most unusual circumstances.

NUDOCS program provides Northwestern undergraduates with hands-on healthcare experience through mentorship, workshops, and shadowing opportunities, focusing on health equity.

Missed doses of critical medications in A&E jeopardize patient safety, necessitating reliable medication management by both patients and NHS staff.

Vikram Madireddy highlights the varied approaches to healthcare he encountered globally and the impact of these experiences on his medical education.

The medical profession faces high burnout and a looming physician shortage, impacting job satisfaction and healthcare access.

Feinberg School's AOA chapter inducted 42 new members, recognizing their academic achievements and contributions to medicine.

Surgeons share their shocking and dramatic experiences from the operating room highlighting life, death, and unexpected challenges in medical emergencies.

Andrej Grajn's diverse upbringing in Yugoslavia significantly shaped his worldview, leading to an openness and empathy that he applies in his medical career.

Many U.S. adults lack essential wills, leading to uncertainty in end-of-life decisions.

Asset wills and living wills simplify processes for families and ensure wishes are honored.

Max's The Pitt offers a realistic portrayal of medicine, resonating with healthcare professionals.

Medical TV shows have evolved from their inception with City Hospital, diversifying in style and storytelling approaches.

Doctor Odyssey introduces a twin brother for Dr. Max, enriching character relationships and increasing dramatic tension in the series as Season 1 nears its end.

The FDA has recalled nearly 40 generic medications from Glenmark Pharmaceuticals due to manufacturing issues that may risk temporary health effects.

Architecture and medicine intersected significantly, influencing modernist design through innovative solutions focused on healing environments.

Adrian Thiessen's experience illustrates the irony of using a camera to explore his gastrointestinal issues, ultimately highlighting the complexities of medical diagnoses.

Winter conditions require careful footwear choices to prevent injuries, particularly in slippery environments.

Swallowing pills is easier with a mouthful of water first and tilting your head down.

Combining statins and ezetimibe could significantly reduce heart attack and stroke risks in patients.

Researchers have linked oxalic acid from certain foods to toxic reactions from gadolinium contrast dye used in MRIs.

The genetically engineered pig's kidney was removed after 130 days due to acute rejection, marking a significant moment in xenotransplantation research.

Trump administration rejects Biden's proposal on obesity drug coverage for Medicare and Medicaid.

Medicare and Medicaid will not cover weight-loss drugs for obesity treatment, affecting millions.

Young doctors in Myanmar continue to fight for democracy despite significant personal risk and ongoing military repression.

Temporary field hospitals are responding to the aftermath of a devastating 7.7 magnitude earthquake in Myanmar.

The Pitt cleverly weaves light workplace romance into a medical drama without overwhelming its storytelling.

The article explores the current boom in medical TV shows, highlighting their themes and emotional depth.

WHO shipment of leprosy drugs to Nigeria has finally arrived after delays caused by testing and systemic issues.

A single dose of nitisinone can make blood lethal to mosquitoes for five days, potentially curbing malaria transmission.

Lyme disease diagnosis requires nuanced understanding and cannot rely solely on test results.

WHO ships leprosy drugs to Nigeria after delays due to testing issues and systemic vulnerabilities, addressing the country's leprosy crisis.

The episode poignantly explores the emotional toll on medical staff after a distressing case involving a child's drowning.

The episode portrays the emotional toll of medical professionals dealing with traumatic cases, particularly centered around a drowning incident involving a child.

The special effects in '1923' create realistic surgery scenes, enhancing dramatic storytelling.

Leqembi and Kisunla, new Alzheimer's drugs, can slow disease progression but do not restore memory or cognition.