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Medical errors are now recognized as the third leading cause of death in the US, emphasizing the urgent need for improved safety measures in healthcare settings.
Anesthesiology September 10th 2024
British Medical Journal (The BMJ)
New data suggests that the Galleri blood test’s sensitivity for early-stage cancers may be lower than initially reported, potentially limiting its utility as a screening tool.
Hematology/Oncology August 12th 2024
The New England Journal of Medicine
Prostate cancer screening guidelines that use race as a criterion are under ethical scrutiny, with experts calling for a shift towards universal, unbiased risk assessment that addresses socioeconomic factors and healthcare access disparities.
Oncology, Medical August 12th 2024
Annals of Internal Medicine
The annual cost of cancer screening represents a notable portion of overall U.S. health care system costs related to cancer, with private insurance covering the majority of expenses.
Epoch Health
Informed consent in breast cancer screening can lead to different choices: 20% of women in their 40s may choose to delay mammograms when presented with comprehensive risk-benefit information.
Obstetrics & Gynecology July 30th 2024
Basal cell carcinoma, while common, rarely leads to death when detected and treated early. Physicians should be aware of the seven warning signs that can be mistaken for harmless skin conditions.
Dermatology July 29th 2024