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Doctors who participate in these surveys point to the ability to earn cash in just a few minutes, when you’re in line for coffee or during a commercial break while watching TV. But others say they can be more trouble than they’re worth if you’re not careful. Here’s an overview of how doctors can get paid for their opinions, and some tips before you get started.

In this article from MedPage Today, sources claim the pandemic is a major reason for the spike, with some applicants finding a calling in medicine, while others are looking for something to fill idle time or combat uncertainty. No matter the reason, the potential for even stiffer competition is there as student slots remain largely unchanged.

Science tells us that face masks can prevent coronavirus transmission and save lives; however, all masks are not created equal. The WHO and CDC both recommend fabric face masks for the general public, but what about neck scarves and other types? Here’s how scientists have ranked mask materials so far, from the most to least protective.

According to the 2019 State Physician Workforce Data Report published by the Association of American Medical Colleges, for every 100,000 people living in the US, there are 277.8 physicians. Check out this list from Healthgrades, which outlines the top 5 states with the highest number of physicians, as well as the top 5 lowest.

Whether you’re a resident looking for your first job or itching for a change of scenery, there are plenty of websites out there that can assist in the hunt. But where do you start? Thankfully, Healthgrades features five outstanding job listing platforms for physicians looking to make a move or beginning their career in medicine.

As the COVID-19 pandemic uses up health resources, there are a few older diseases that are re-emerging, most notably tuberculosis, HIV, and malaria. Although the cases of these diseases were at their lowest point in 2018, some physicians are fearing that the COVID-19 risks are taking these diseases back to where we were 20 years ago.