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A comprehensive analysis of more than 2 million hospitalizations across 115+ US VA medical centers has revealed that 57% of patients treated for pneumonia experienced discordances between their initial and discharge diagnoses.

With more than 265 suspected cases of Teflon flu reported in 2023, healthcare providers should be aware of this potential cause of flu-like symptoms in patients who frequently use nonstick cookware.

Lemierre’s syndrome, a rare complication of oropharyngeal infections, can lead to severe neurological manifestations such as cavernous sinus thrombosis and cranial nerve palsies.

Intrathoracic migration of a breast implant, while rare, can occur in patients with a history of multiple thoracic surgeries, highlighting the importance of long-term follow-up and comprehensive imaging in this patient population.

Long COVID can manifest as multiple symptoms or diagnosable conditions, affecting any organ system and potentially impairing patients’ ability to work, attend school, and care for themselves.