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Power in numbers: Study finds small group coaching reduces rates of physician burnout by nearly 30%

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New UCLA research finds that small group professional coaching can reduce physician burnout rates by up to 30%, suggesting that it is more effective than the traditional, and more expensive, one-on-one coaching method.

RFK Jr. cancels key US health panel meeting without warning, raising concerns

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U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. canceled a meeting of government health panel that helps guide what preventive care is covered by insurance, alarming doctors and other health officials.

Effects of poor sleep may contribute to alcohol problems in college students

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Certain behavioral effects of not getting enough sleep may explain why people who have insomnia are at risk for problems with alcohol. A study of college students, published in Alcohol: Clinical and Experimental Research, found that sleep problems may increase negative mood and worsen impulse control, factors which, in turn, lead to more problems with alcohol. The findings may inform treatment for college students, a group particularly at risk for drinking and sleep problems.

FDA fully approves Moderna’s COVID vaccine for some young kids

MyBlueDots2 months ago01 mins

Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccine has received full approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for use in children with medical conditions that put them at higher risk of severe illness.

US cuts to HIV aid could lead to 4 million deaths, UN warns

MyBlueDots2 months ago01 mins

Global deaths from AIDS have dropped to their lowest levels in more than 30 years, in part due to efforts to fight HIV. But U.S. funding cuts could soon reverse that progress, experts warn.

Ritz peanut butter crackers recalled over labeling mistake

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A labeling mistake has led to a nationwide recall of four different types of Ritz Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwich cartons, federal health officials said.

Uncovering behavioral clues to childhood maltreatment

MyBlueDots2 months ago01 mins

Childhood maltreatment leaves deep and lasting marks that have far-reaching consequences, extending beyond immediate trauma and affecting survivors in ways that are often invisible and misunderstood. Many survivors often face a complex mix of challenges that have an impact not only on their mental well-being but also on their physical health, social development, and overall quality of life.

Temporal and noise-resilient techniques for refined cardiovascular diagnostic imaging

MyBlueDots2 months ago01 mins

Cardiovascular diseases are a leading health concern in Hong Kong, prompting many to undergo regular heart check-ups for their early detection and management. Echocardiography, a key diagnostic imaging tool, plays a crucial role in assessing heart function, offering non-invasive insights into cardiovascular health and aiding in timely intervention.

Rugby headgear can’t prevent concussion—but new materials could soften the blows over a career

MyBlueDots2 months ago01 mins

The widely held view among rugby players, coaches and officials is that headgear can’t prevent concussion. If so, why wear it? It’s hot, it can block vision and hearing, and it can be uncomfortable.

Study shows how brain-to-computer ‘electroceuticals’ can help restore cognition

MyBlueDots2 months ago01 mins

Research led by Thilo Womelsdorf, professor of psychology and biomedical engineering at the Vanderbilt Brain Institute, could revolutionize how brain-computer interfaces are used to treat disorders of memory and cognition.

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Power in numbers: Study finds small group coaching reduces rates of physician burnout by nearly 30%

RFK Jr. cancels key US health panel meeting without warning, raising concerns

Effects of poor sleep may contribute to alcohol problems in college students

FDA fully approves Moderna’s COVID vaccine for some young kids

US cuts to HIV aid could lead to 4 million deaths, UN warns

Ritz peanut butter crackers recalled over labeling mistake

Uncovering behavioral clues to childhood maltreatment

Temporal and noise-resilient techniques for refined cardiovascular diagnostic imaging

Rugby headgear can’t prevent concussion—but new materials could soften the blows over a career

Study shows how brain-to-computer ‘electroceuticals’ can help restore cognition

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