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U.S. Preventive Services Task Force Eyes Evidence For and Against Pelvic Exams
The United States Preventive Services Task Force has found insufficient evidence to recommend for or against performing pelvic exams in asymptomatic, nonpregnant adult women. While its recommendation statement and evidence review are out for comment, what will be the impact of its final guidance?
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Suspected Sexual Transmission of Zika Virus Reported from Female to Male
It’s time to raise the index of suspicion when it comes to the Zika virus: The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene recently reported a suspected female-to-male sexual transmission of Zika virus.
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Pregnancy Prevention Toolkit Helps Prevent Spread of Zika Virus
All healthcare providers, especially family planning professionals, should integrate Zika virus prevention into their standard clinical care, according to a new health provider toolkit from the CDC and Office of Population Affairs.
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Proper Training Saves Lives
Is your facility meeting the requirements of the 2012 Life Safety Code?
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Be Aware of Potential for Skin Infections in Student Athletes
Healthcare professionals can emphasize prevention measures. -
ED Push - August 2016 First Issue
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President Signs Opioid Bill Into Law
A small step forward, yet much work remains.
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As Serious as a Heart Attack
A raft of federal proposals takes aim at how hospitals treat cardiac patients.
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Compliance Mentor - July 2016
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Pediatric Visceral Trauma
Trauma patients are often very difficult to assess, particularly young children.This article reviews trauma in children. It reminds us that children are not little adults. Their injury pattern and their response to injury are unique.