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The US already faces a health care workforce shortage – immigration policy could make it worse
The US already faces a health care workforce shortage – immigration policy could make it worse The US healthcare workforce shortage could worsen due to immigration policies that increase visa fees, stricter eligibility requirements, and enforcement actions. The current healthcare system faces an unprecedented period of strain, driven by an aging population and rising rates […]
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Unhoused youth are more likely to get care if pets can come
Unhoused youth are more likely to get care if pets can come Unhoused youth are more likely to seek medical care if their pets can receive veterinary care at the same time, according to a new study. The One Health Clinic in Seattle found that nearly 80% of visits resulted in clients receiving human health […]
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Pope Francis’ death right after Easter sounds miraculous – but patients and caregivers often work together to delay dying
Pope Francis’ death right after Easter sounds miraculous – but patients and caregivers often work together to delay dying Prioritizing patients’ goals and values can improve their quality of life and outcomes during terminal illness. Helping patients achieve their goals, whether it’s attending a special event or spending time with loved ones, can give them […]
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Chronic kidney disease often goes undiagnosed, but early detection can prevent severe outcomes
Chronic kidney disease often goes undiagnosed, but early detection can prevent severe outcomes Testing for kidney function can help identify chronic kidney disease early enough to intervene. PIXOLOGICSTUDIO/Science Photo Library via Getty Images For a disease afflicting 35.5 million people in the U.S., chronic kidney disease flies under the radar. Only half the people who […]
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