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Neurosurgeon in the Making: The Amazing Journey of Kwadwo Sarpong

Medscape Medical News May 23, 2022

How did a young immigrant, who began life in the US as a janitor, start several nonprofits, garner invitations to the White House, and achieve his dream of pursuing a career in neurosurgery? Read on.
Hearing, Vision Loss Combo a Colossal Risk for Cognitive Decline

Medscape Medical News May 23, 2022
Exploding E-Cigarettes Cause Traumatic Injuries in Teens

WebMD Health News May 23, 2022

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Compound From Fruits, Vegetables Can Neutralize Pit Viper Venom

News May 23, 2022

A substance found in fruits and vegetables can neutralize the venom of a poisonous pit viper common in much of South America, Brazilian researchers have discovered.
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Spain, Portugal Monkeypox Cases Tallies Each Surpass 20

News May 23, 2022
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Monkeypox Outbreak in Europe 'Largest Ever With 100+ Cases

News May 23, 2022
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WHO Calls Emergency Meeting as Monkeypox Cases Cross 100 in Europe

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FDA, AMA Prepare for Plan COVID Shots for Kids Younger Than 6

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Pfizer Says COVID-19 Vaccine Response Robust in Young Children

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SGLT-2 inhibitors as First-Line Therapy in Type 2 Diabetes?

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Monkeypox Quarantines Not Needed in US, Biden Says

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Rapid Review Quiz: Alcohol Use and Abuse

Interactive Quiz May 20, 2022

Avoiding carcinogens is a key step in cancer prevention. Review the latest research into physical, chemical, and biological carcinogens, including newly recognized substances, with this short quiz.
Fast Five Quiz: PAOD Signs and Symptoms

Fast Five Quiz May 17, 2022
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Fast Five Quiz: Type 2 Diabetes and Obesity and Weight Management

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The Rocky Path to Parenthood During Cardiology Training

Medscape Medical News May 23, 2022

An international survey found significant variation in parental leave policies, including scant time off for trainees in the US and Asia vs other countries.
Neurosurgeon in the Making: The Amazing Journey of Kwadwo Sarpong

Medscape Medical News May 23, 2022
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Can a Novel Med School Curriculum Curb the US Opioid Epidemic?

Medscape Medical News May 23, 2022
Concerns Over Mandatory Nurse Overtime Increased During Pandemic

Medscape Medical News May 20, 2022

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