May, 2025

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The Prototype: These Bacteria Can Generate Electricity

Forbes Healthcare

In this weeks edition of The Prototype, we look at quantum computing for image recognition, a gene therapy using a patients own skin cells, electricity-generating bacteria, using physics to cook perfect pasta and more.

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Caring for Patients, Not Judging Them

Sensible Medicine

One of the many great things about being a general internist is the exposure to the wondrous diversity of humanity. I am a better person for having brief, but intense, visits with some 50 people every week. These people grew up all over the world and have worked in every imaginable field. I see people barely scraping by financially and people with unimaginable wealth.

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The hidden bias in how we treat chronic pain

KevinMD.com

As a health care writer and data analyst, I hear frequently from patients who are being denied safe and effective pain care due to unscientific bias on the part of U.S. health care agenciesand sometimes on the part of otherwise once-reputable medical journals. These are among millions of U.S. citizens who are now being deserted Read more The hidden bias in how we treat chronic pain originally appeared in KevinMD.com.

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Somnia’s $2.4 Million Data Breach Settlement Receives Final Approval

The HIPAA Journal

A $2.4 million settlement has received final approval from the court to resolve a class action lawsuit against Somnia Inc. and others over a 2022 cyberattack and data breach. Somnia manages anesthesiology services at more than a hundred surgery centers across the country. In the summer of 2022, Somnia experienced a cyberattack that saw hackers access parts of its network where patient information was stored.The forensic investigation confirmed that names, Social Security numbers, dates of birth,

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A public health grant provides a lifeline for pregnant and postpartum women in Colorado. Federal cuts threaten its stability.

Healthcare Dive - Practice Management

The abrupt end of $11 billion in public health grants nationally disrupted a program in Colorado that provides residents critical access to behavioral health and substance abuse support.

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Value-based payment, oncology and primary care — how can it all work together?

Medical Economics

Former Medicare innovation chief forecasts the future of payment for focusing on the patient.

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Vinay at FDA; what's next for Sensible Medicine; ask us anything answers

Sensible Medicine

John and Adam discuss our hopes for Vinay’s tenure at the FDA and how we intend to keep Sensible Medicine a vibrant place on Substack, a place where we will continue to showcase a range of ideas and opinions about all things bio-medicine. We also answer some of the questions from our recent “ask us anything” post.

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ICU Nurse Angel Toney on Teamwork, Purpose, and Why ‘Together’ Is Her Real Superpower

Minority Nurse

When it comes to the power of nurses, Angel Toney, BSN, RN, is the real deala critical care force fueled by compassion, community, and the drive to pay it forward. As an ICU nurse at Luminis Health Doctors Community Medical Center , Toneys superpower isnt just handling high-stakes moments but weaving humanity into every heartbeat of her day. Her journey into nursing was born from personal heartache.

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How social media and telemedicine are transforming patient care

KevinMD.com

In today’s digital world, health care is no longer confined to hospital walls. Social media platforms are influencing health behaviors, while telemedicine technologies are redefining patient-doctor interactions. But are these innovations improving health care, and what are the risks, if any? This article explores how digital platforms, namely social media and telemedicine technologies, are reshaping Read more How social media and telemedicine are transforming patient care originally appear

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A year after Steward declared bankruptcy, hospitals and communities still feel fallout: report

Healthcare Dive - Practice Management

Two Steward hospitals have paused services while five more have permanently closed. The closures brought layoffs and disruptions to patient care, according to the Private Equity Stakeholder Project.

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Non-physician clinicians make up 40% of U.S. health care workforce, report finds

Medical Economics

Advanced practice providers are showing up in large numbers in primary care and will soon make up half the workforce in that segment

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Why It’s Difficult For People With Chronic Pain To Gain Their Doctor’s Trust

Forbes Healthcare

Previous patients, faking pain, undermine trust in patients who report real pain

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Two Important Concepts in Medical Practice Emerged from the Comments Yesterday

Sensible Medicine

I enjoyed reading the comments on yesterday's post regarding the positive results of the ESSENCE trial of semaglutide vs placebo in patients with metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH). Thank you to those who took the time to write. I wanted to share some very brief thoughts on two basic tenets of medical practice that emerged from the thoughtful commentary.

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Exploring Good Caribbean Medical Schools for International Students

We Care Online

International students often pursue medical education through various routes, depending on their background, financial situation, and career goals. Caribbean medical schools have become a popular choice for international students, especially for those who are unable to get into US medical schools. Studying medicine in the US or Canada can be competitive, expensive and challenging.

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Conflicts of interest are eroding trust in U.S. health agencies

KevinMD.com

Why has faith in government health agencies never been lower? Because conflicts of interest (COIs) have never been higher. At the FDA, concerns about drugmakers “buying” drug approvals go back to passage of the Prescription Drug User Fee Act (PDUFA) in 1992. Since then, the many doctors with research and speaker grants, drug stocks, and Read more Conflicts of interest are eroding trust in U.S. health agencies originally appeared in KevinMD.com.

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UnitedHealth, Amedisys reach new deal to sell home health and hospice locations if merger approved

Healthcare Dive - Practice Management

The sales are contingent on the closure of UnitedHealth’s acquisition of Amedisys, which has been held up after the Department of Justice sued to block the deal last year.

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Securing your future: Essential financial considerations for early career physicians

Medical Economics

New physicians need to learn essential financial habits to manage student debt, budget wisely, and start retirement savings early for a secure future.

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InnovationRx: Aetna Withdraws From The ACA Exchanges

Forbes Healthcare

In this weeks edition of InnovationRx, we look at Aetnas withdrawal from the ACA exchanges, the potential for digital health consolidation, high error rates from new AI models, a radioisotope deal and more.

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Showing Gratitude During Nurses Week

Emerging RN Leader

By Rose O. Sherman, EdD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN Nurses Appreciation Week is an important reminder to show gratitude to nursing staff for all they do. As leaders, we have two powerful leadership tools: gratitude and appreciation. What is so interesting about gratitude is that while you make others feel good, Harvardresearch has found that thanking […] The post Showing Gratitude During Nurses Week appeared first on Emerging Nurse Leader.

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Glen Tullman, Transcarent

The Healthcare Blog

A couple of weeks back Transcarent completed its $630m acquisition of Accolade. But CEO Glen Tullman calls it a merger for a reason because Accolade brings people, products and clients that Transcarent didn’t have. Glen got in deep about Transcarent’s new product set in terms of its AI fueled navigation, primary care, weight management, cancer care and partnerships.

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Lead through crisis with confidence: A health care leader’s playbook for resilience and reputation

Physicians Practice

Proactive crisis readiness equips health care leaders to navigate todays permacrisis era, protecting brand reputation, sustaining patientcare continuity, and preserving stakeholder trust when disruptive events strike.

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Cigna doubles down on GLP-1 support programs with two new launches

Healthcare Dive - Practice Management

The company’s health services division Evernorth is unveiling new programs in a reliable growth area: assuaging payer concerns around GLP-1 coverage. Cigna also posted first quarter results on Friday well above analyst expectations.

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7 proven strategies for healthier revenue cycle management

Medical Economics

From tightening front-end processes to leveraging the right tech, these practical tips help small practices boost collections and reduce administrative headaches.

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Medicaid Cost Savings Could Include Lower Drug Prices Via Most Favored Nation Model

Forbes Healthcare

Senator Hawley may view international price referencing for prescription drugs in Medicaid as a way to spare deep cuts in benefits while saving money for the government.

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Duties and Responsibilities for Entry-Level Medical Assistants

Prism Career Institute

Medical assistants care for patients and help manage administrative tasks within hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare venues. Enrolling in a medical assistant program allows aspiring professionals to receive the training and experience they need for this position. Supervisors within all healthcare settings count on medical assistants to fulfill essential tasks.

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Biologics are not small molecules: the case for pre-allergy testing in an era of immune-based therapies

KevinMD.com

“Once it’s in your body, there’s no taking it back.” That’s what the infusion nurse told a friend of mine after administering the injection. She had just started a biologic medication for an autoimmune condition. Immediately, her body reacted: nausea, then hives, then a terrifying tightening of her throat. She rushed back to the clinic.

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Nearshore Software Development in Mexico: 2025 Cost and Talent Guide

Arkenea

If you’re considering expanding your development capabilities beyond your in-house team, you’ve likely encountered the term “ nearshore software development in Mexico ” during your research. The proximity to the US market, cultural alignment, and favorable time zones make Mexico an attractive destination for many US companies looking to augment their software development capabilities.

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How to build financial resilience in healthcare

Healthcare Dive - Practice Management

How leaders can navigate the ever-shifting landscape of healthcare to set their organizations up for success.

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Are physicians responsible for AI errors?

Medical Economics

Study warns that artificial intelligence could increase legal risk and burnout if health systems fail to support doctors.

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Rural Healthcare Deserts Are A National Security Risk — We Need A Smarter Delivery Model

Forbes Healthcare

Entire regions in the U.S. have become healthcare deserts. Failure to act is both a public health risk and a systemic vulnerability.

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Prevent Burnout With These Field-Tested Time Management Tips

NHA Now

As an allied health worker, theres a lot on your plate. Depending on your specific discipline, youre responsible for managing complex equipment, working directly with patients and colleagues, as well as filing billing paperwork. Suffice it to say, its easy to get burnt out. That is, unless you prepare. Weve prepared these field-tested time management tips to help you beat the burnout that can become a nasty side effect of a job as busy as yours.