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Improved Hospital ‘Handoffs’ Cut Adverse Events by Almost Half

I-PASS encourages structured written, spoken communication

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Severe COVID Linked with Evidence of Brain Aging, Study Finds

Scientists emphasize the value of neurological follow-up in recovered individuals

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Why Upper Respiratory Infections Are More Common in Colder Temperatures

Scientists uncover a biological explanation

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Ancient DNA Provides New Insights into Ashkenazi Jewish History

Analysis reveals medieval genetic diversity, illuminates founder event

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New Genetic Mutation Behind Childhood Glaucoma Identified

Discovery may improve disease screening, personalize treatments

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Organ Donations, Transplants Increase on Days of Largest Motorcycle Rallies

Findings should serve as alarm to increase safety, prepare for higher demand for trauma care and transplant services

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Researchers Decipher Structure of Crucial Immune Molecule, Paving Way for Drug Design

Inflammasome is implicated in autoimmunity, heart disease, neurodegeneration, and more

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Pair of Studies Uncover Surprising New Roles for Spinal Cord and Brainstem in Touch

New research suggests spinal cord and brainstem are essential for processing touch signals

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Why Large Corporations Are Entering Primary Care

Some employers now purchasing, delivering health care in the workplace

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Federal Funding Has Not Improved Access to Health Care

Supply of primary care physicians remained same or worsened from 2010 to 2019, despite billions in federal funding

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COVID-19's Lessons for Future Pandemics

Scientists discuss what’s next as SARS-CoV-2 evolves and why COVID-19 won’t be our last pandemic

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Can AI transform the way we discover new drugs?

HMS-led team designs AI platform to optimize drug discovery

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