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Most donor-conceived children are told of their biological origins, research reveals

Four out of five parents tell their donor-conceived children about their biological origins, according to new research out of Waipapa Taumata Rau, University of Auckland.

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Process for dealing with sexual misconduct by UK doctors requires major reform, say experts

The current process for managing sexual misconduct perpetrated by doctors in the UK requires major reform, say experts in The BMJ.

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Beyond the band-aid: A career opportunity as a school nurse

When thinking of nurses, the image that most often comes to mind is one of bustling hospital corridors, emergency rooms, and bedside care. However, one vital role that frequently goes unnoticed is that of the school nurse—a ...

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Escape rooms provide fun, help teach anatomy concepts creatively

Virtual escape rooms focusing on anatomy education concepts provide medical students with a fun, creative and challenging way to engage with classroom material, improve their critical thinking, and identify gaps in knowledge. ...

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ALS care: Global differences in life support decisions

A new study reveals striking international differences in how doctors approach the sensitive issue of tracheostomy invasive ventilation (TIV) for patients with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). Cultural norms and health ...

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US health boss Kennedy calls medical journals corrupt

US Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr has attacked major medical journals, accusing them of collaborating with the pharmaceutical industry and threatening to bar government scientists from publishing in them.

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Regeneron to buy 23andMe out of bankruptcy for $256 mn

Regeneron Pharmaceuticals said Monday it will buy genetic testing company 23andMe out of bankruptcy for $256 million, a deal that provides the US biotech company with data on millions of clients.

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Accounting for 'research fatigue' in human studies

An article published in Bioethics examines the topic of research fatigue—or psychological and emotional exhaustion both towards and as a result of participating in research. The article is meant to initiate a conversation ...

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Do neurosurgeons face sexual harassment in their profession?

It's 2020, and as much as we wish it weren't so, sexual harassment is still with us. One need only look at social media or a steady stream of court cases: most recently, the #MeToo movement has cast a light on sexual harassment.

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Physicians face barriers to voting

Two new UT Southwestern studies published today report some surprising findings: Only half of practicing physicians are registered to vote, and the most common obstacle faced by resident physicians is the lack of time to ...

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2020 Nobel season opens with medicine prize

Breakthroughs in the field of health will be honoured Monday when the 2020 Nobel season kicks off with the medicine prize, as the world battles the worst pandemic in a century.

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Survey finds American support for human-animal chimera research

In September 2015, the US National Institutes of Health placed a funding moratorium on research that involves introducing human pluripotent stem cells into animal embryos—a practice that experts say is vital for advancing ...

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Novel educational program puts a human face on biomedical research

Translational research aims to speed research breakthroughs into the clinic. And yet, training for basic scientists and clinicians too often remains siloed, leading to divergent cultures and a loss of opportunity for cross-disciplinary ...

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Gilead in $21 bn deal for Immunomedics

US pharmaceutical giant Gilead Sciences confirmed Sunday that it is buying American biotech firm Immunomedics, which makes a breast cancer drug, for $21 billion.

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Dismantling structural racism in nursing

Confronting the uncomfortable reality of systemic racism—the system that creates and maintains racial inequality in every facet of life for people of color—is having a national heyday. But calling out this injustice and ...