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How worried should we be about avian flu? Academic experts weigh in

Avian flu has spread to cows and one person in the United States. Scientists discuss the potential for a human epidemic and how to avoid it.

May 15, 2024

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9 great summer reads for doctors — or anyone interested in medicine

From a Black doctor’s reckoning with medical racism to a history of the human heart, these books offer rich glimpses into the fascinating world of medicine.

May 9, 2024

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Congratulations, you got into medical school! Now what?

Here are 7 tips for rising first years at the start of their medical school journeys.

May 7, 2024

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More bugs are coming, spreading more disease. Are doctors ready to respond?

As the climate changes, vector-borne diseases like dengue, Zika, and Lyme are expanding into more areas. That challenges physicians to recognize the symptoms.

May 1, 2024

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We already needed more doctors. Then COVID-19 hit

COVID-19 took an incalculable toll on the nation’s physicians. We will be unraveling its impact for years to come.

June 17, 2021

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Pumping up support: Making breastfeeding easier for med students

Medical student mothers may wind up pumping breastmilk in bathrooms and closets — or not at all. One mom shares her story and how academic medicine can help.