Trouble paying medical bills can lead to longer episodes of homelessness, new study shows
Even before the pandemic left COVID-19 patients with staggering hospital bills, many people, especially those who are uninsured, were often
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Dearth of medical resources in Africa for COVID-19 reminiscent of early HIV/AIDS pandemic
“We have seen this before.” Global health scholars have issued a clarion call about the needless loss of life expected
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Mental disorders may up risk for subsequent medical conditions
(HealthDay)—The presence of a mental disorder is associated with an increased risk for many subsequent medical conditions, according to a
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Respiratory doctors urge governments to ensure free movement of essential medical supplies
The European Respiratory Society adds its voice to those raising the alarm bells regarding border controls and export bans, which
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Getting groundbreaking medical technology out of the lab
Advances in materials, microfabrication and medical imaging are accelerating the pace of innovation in implantable neuroprosthetics. These soft, biocompatible devices,
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Studies show number of US medical students with disabilities grows, but disparities continue
Johns Hopkins Medicine researchers report that the number of disabled students admitted to U.S. medical schools rose from 2.9% to
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