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Surgeons Are Revealing Their Wildest And Scariest Moments They've Had On The Job, And I'm Screaming

One of the worst cases I've had was a patient with really bad sepsis from an infection; all the blood vessels in your extremities constrict, so amputating fingers isn't all that common. But this was catastrophic, as we ultimately had to amputate all four limbs.

Medicine

Tuberculosis: An ancient killer we can't seem to defeat DW 04/18/2025

Tuberculosis (TB) remains a global health crisis, affecting 10 million annually despite available treatments.

Public health

Could antibiotics stop working? Yes but the biggest danger isn't prescription-happy GPs | Devi Sridhar

Loss of antibiotics would lead to disastrous consequences for modern medicine.

Antimicrobial resistance is mainly about pathogens evolving, not individual resistance.

The UK is among the top performers in combating antimicrobial resistance despite slow progress on targets.

Public health

fromwww.dw.com

Tuberculosis: An ancient killer we can't seem to defeat DW 04/18/2025

Tuberculosis (TB) remains a global health crisis, affecting 10 million annually despite available treatments.

Public health

Could antibiotics stop working? Yes but the biggest danger isn't prescription-happy GPs | Devi Sridhar

Loss of antibiotics would lead to disastrous consequences for modern medicine.

Antimicrobial resistance is mainly about pathogens evolving, not individual resistance.

The UK is among the top performers in combating antimicrobial resistance despite slow progress on targets.

Whole-genome sequencing susses out rare diseases

Whole-genome sequencing offers a more comprehensive solution for diagnosing rare genetic diseases than traditional exome sequencing.

Mental health

fromPsychology Today

fromwww.scientificamerican.com

Gaslit All Around: The Hidden Trauma of PANDAS Parents

Parents of children with PANDAS/AE often face exhaustion from sleepless nights and fighting to be believed and get help.

Coronavirus

2 months ago

The Next Flu Pandemic Could Be Worse Than Covid If We Don't Heed History

We must reflect on our pandemic preparedness as historical parallels remind us of vulnerabilities in public health.

The Impact of Misdiagnosed Autoimmune Disorders

Autoimmune disorders and psychiatric symptoms frequently overlap, leading to misdiagnosis and adverse patient outcomes.

Healthcare

Cold calling patients with bad news can be excruciating. At those times, instinct is all I can rely on | Ranjana Srivastava

Delivering bad news requires compassion, yet the reality of healthcare logistics complicates the situation.

Patients expect in-person communication about difficult diagnoses; timing and resource constraints challenge this ideal.

Mental health

fromPsychology Today

2 months ago

The Impact of Misdiagnosed Autoimmune Disorders

Autoimmune disorders and psychiatric symptoms frequently overlap, leading to misdiagnosis and adverse patient outcomes.

Healthcare

Cold calling patients with bad news can be excruciating. At those times, instinct is all I can rely on | Ranjana Srivastava

Delivering bad news requires compassion, yet the reality of healthcare logistics complicates the situation.

Patients expect in-person communication about difficult diagnoses; timing and resource constraints challenge this ideal.

Chaos at the V.A.: Inside the DOGE Cuts Disrupting the Veterans Agency

Budget cuts at the V.A. have disrupted critical cancer drug trials for veterans, halting essential research due to hiring freezes.

Medicine

fromenglish.elpais.com

2 months ago

Science finds explanation for disease that leaves children frozen'

Nora was diagnosed with Tango2 Deficiency Disorder after years of misdiagnosis, offering hope for her and others with rare conditions.

fromwww.npr.org

'The Pitt' is a medical drama worth watching. Stat.

The Pitt's rich narrative reaches midseason, combining rich character arcs with a fast-paced ER setting, showcasing both personal and professional challenges faced by a dedicated medical staff.

Arts

Cancer

fromNature

Putting early cancer detection to the test

MCED tests offer potential for early cancer detection using blood samples, but they face regulatory and clinical uncertainties.

fromPortlandTribune.com

With lawsuits tying up Trump's gender care order, Oregon hospitals still provide services - so far

Lawsuits against the Trump administration's blocking of gender-affirming care have temporarily protected Oregon hospitals, raising concerns for patients and health systems amidst funding threats.

Medicine

Miscellaneous

fromTheregister

Wirral NHS cyberattack leads to missed cancer care targets

The cyberattack on NHS hospitals in Wirral is severely impacting cancer treatment waiting times, with effects expected to last for months.

Brooklyn

fromBKReader

5 months ago

Smiles and Grins' Free Guides for Parents: Oral Care for Kids with Special Needs

Children with special healthcare needs face unique challenges regarding dental care, emphasizing the importance of tailored pediatric dentistry.

OMG science

fromWIRED

5 months ago

The World's First Crispr Drug Gets a Slow Start

Casgevy is the first approved CRISPR gene-editing treatment available, but complexities hinder widespread patient access.