Laws have reduced ground-level ozone since the 1970s, but scientists warn that rising temperatures will fuel more of the gas and stall pollution reduction.
The Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act (MACRA) will significantly change Medicare reimbursements, pushing the health system toward value-based care.
Medical schools are introducing early clinical experiences with programs that train students as emergency health technicians, health system navigators, etc.
As opioid-related deaths rise nationwide, the medical community is getting the word out to physicians about the dangers of overprescribing painkillers.
Informed consent means patients understand the risks, benefits, and alternatives of recommended treatments. Engaging patients in these discussions is a skill.
