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health22 days ago•5 min saved

Ultrasound Simulator Trains Clinicians to Detect Hidden Endometriosis

A Swedish company Surgical Science released an ultrasound-based Endometriosis Simulation Module to train clinicians to recognize deep infiltrating endometriosis by detecting adhesions (sliding sign), aiming to speed diagnosis and reduce the need for invasive exploratory surgery; tests showed 92% recognition of signs and about a 150% boost in clinician confidence, though the tool cannot detect all adhesions and some cases still require surgery; endometriosis affects roughly 190 million people worldwide.

via Popular Mechanics|

#deep-infiltrating-endometriosis #diagnostic-accuracy #endometriosis

health1 month ago•20 min saved

Medical schools commit to nutrition education expansion amid RFK Jr. push

More than 50 medical schools across 31 states pledged to assess and expand their nutrition curricula, aiming for roughly 40 hours of nutrition education starting this fall, in a push backed by Health Secretary RFK Jr. to curb chronic disease through better dietary training.

via The Washington Post|

#health #health-policy #medical-education

health1 month ago•3 min saved

RFK Jr. pushes for stronger nutrition training in medical schools

Kennedy’s administration unveiled a framework urging medical schools to review nutrition training, appoint a nutrition-education lead, and publish plans to reach 40 hours of instruction; about 52 schools have volunteered, and the framework is non-mandatory. Supporters say doctors need more nutrition knowledge to prevent disease, while critics warn the issue is more complex and caution Kennedy’s broader claims; experts note nutrition has long been underemphasized in medical education and that real barriers like time and cost affect practice.

via NBC News|

#health #health-policy #medical-education

health1 month ago•2 min saved

Low Pay and Backlash Deter New Doctors from Infectious Disease

Interest in infectious-disease fellowships has fallen from pandemic-era highs, as lower pay, hostile public sentiment, and funding/policy backlash depress applicant numbers and fill rates; experts warn the shrinking pipeline could worsen future care for infectious diseases amid rising threats and ongoing antimicrobial resistance.

via Axios|

#fellowships #health #infectious-disease

healthcare3 months ago•5 min saved

Doctors Embrace AI to Enhance Patient Care and Research

The article emphasizes the urgent need for medical schools and health systems to integrate AI literacy and protocols into clinical training, advocating for AI as a vital tool for doctors to enhance patient care and decision-making, especially in underserved areas, rather than restricting its use.

via statnews.com|

#ai-in-medicine #ai-literacy #clinical-decision-support

health5 months ago•3 min saved

Highlighting Menopause: Brain, Sleep, and Health Insights

On World Menopause Day, the article highlights the significant gaps in menopause care in Utah and the U.S., including low hormone therapy usage, inadequate healthcare provider training, and limited treatment options, emphasizing the need for better education, holistic care, and policy changes to improve women's health outcomes.

via Yahoo|

#health #hrt #medical-education

education8 months ago•4 min saved

Microbiology Should Be a Medical School Prerequisite

The article argues that microbiology should be a mandatory prerequisite for medical students to ensure they have a solid foundation in understanding pathogens, antimicrobial resistance, and infectious diseases, which are crucial across all medical fields and especially vital in the context of rising antimicrobial resistance and recent pandemics.

via STAT|

#education #infectious-diseases #medical-curriculum

health9 months ago•5 min saved

Recognizing Hidden and Early Signs of Heart Attacks

The article explains that heart attack symptoms are often misunderstood due to Hollywood portrayals, which emphasize dramatic pain, whereas real symptoms can be subtle and varied, leading to dangerous delays in treatment. It highlights research showing most people learn about heart attack signs from media, not medical sources, and advocates for better public and medical education to recognize less obvious symptoms and improve outcomes.

via Earth.com|

#health #heart-attack #media-influence

health9 months ago•3 min saved

Declining vaccination rates lead to resurgence of old diseases

As vaccine rates decline, old diseases like measles and polio are resurging, prompting medical schools to update training with AI tools and new modules to better identify and treat these illnesses, highlighting the importance of vaccination and vigilance in public health.

via Axios|

#ai-in-healthcare #diseases #health

politics9 months ago•6 min saved

Republican Student Loan Proposals Could Impact Low-Income Students and Graduate Loans

The Republican tax plan proposes caps on federal student loans for professional degrees, including medicine, which could limit access for low-income students and exacerbate the ongoing physician shortage, especially in rural areas, by making medical education less affordable and accessible.

via Politico|

#federal-funding #loan-caps #medical-education

medicine-and-science2 years ago•6 min saved

"The Timeless Role of Medical Illustrations in Educating Doctors"

Medical illustrators play a crucial role in medicine by using illustrations to teach complex scientific concepts, dating back to ancient Egypt and flourishing in the Renaissance. They employ special tools and training to visualize things that are normally hidden from the naked eye, including human gross anatomy and cellular structures. Medical illustrators also help conceptualize new processes and techniques, such as illustrating how an experimental drug may theoretically work before it enters testing, and are essential in pre-surgical planning, as demonstrated in the separation of conjoined twins. Specialized training in biomedical sciences and artistic techniques is required to ensure accurate and clear communication of complex scientific information.

via CNN|

#anatomy #medical-education #medical-illustration

healthcare2 years ago•2 min saved

"South Korean Trainee Doctors Threaten Mass Resignation Over Medical School Quotas"

Up to 13,000 trainee doctors in South Korea are preparing to resign in protest against the government's plans to increase the annual number of students admitted to medical schools, which they believe is a move to gatekeep the profession. This could result in disruptions to patient care, with some patients already experiencing delays in their medical treatments. The government has activated an emergency treatment system to mitigate the potential impact of the strike, but has also taken a firm stance against it, ordering all trainee doctors to continue providing medical treatment. The government argues that the increase in the admission quota is necessary to address a shortage of doctors, particularly in rural areas and essential medical fields, but doctors have expressed concerns that the increase in the number of medical students will compromise the quality of medical education and services.

via allkpop|

#doctors #government #healthcare

health2 years ago•5 min saved

"Training a New Generation of Doctors to Identify Measles Amid Rising Cases"

As measles cases resurge in the US, emergency room doctors are being trained to recognize the disease, which many have never encountered due to its previous eradication. The highly contagious virus can lead to serious health complications, especially in young children. Vaccination rates have lagged, contributing to outbreaks in unvaccinated or under-vaccinated communities. Hospitals are developing response plans and educating healthcare workers to ensure preparedness in case of encountering measles patients.

via Yahoo! Voices|

#disease-recognition #health #measles

educationhealthcare2 years ago•4 min saved

"UGA Receives Approval to Launch Second Public Medical School in Georgia"

The University of Georgia has been authorized by the Board of Regents to establish a new independent School of Medicine in Athens to address the significant shortage of medical professionals in the state. The school will expand the pool of medical professionals, attract more scientists and researchers, and produce physicians to serve underserved and rural communities. Leveraging its public service network, the university aims to partner with local healthcare providers and rural hospitals to extend the school's impact throughout Georgia. The School of Medicine will also fuel economic development and research, with strong support from both state funding and private donations.

via University of Georgia|

#educationhealthcare #georgia #healthcare

health2 years ago•6 min saved

"Addressing the Suicide Epidemic: Improving Medical Student Training for Suicidal Patients"

Suicide in the U.S. is a growing public health crisis, with someone dying by suicide every 11 minutes and 1.7 million attempting it in 2021. Medical schools often fail to adequately address suicide, leaving future doctors ill-equipped to identify and treat suicidal patients. Stigma and shortage of mental health care contribute to the problem, with primary care physicians often being the first point of contact for those seeking mental health treatment. Training medical students to discuss suicide with patients and implementing universal suicide screening practices are crucial steps in addressing this urgent issue.

via The Conversation|

#health #medical-education #mental-health