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A new study from London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute (LHSCRI) shows that expanded genetic testing can help match cancer patients with more personalized treatment options, with nearly one in three found eligible ...
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University of Missouri researchers have found that a simple scheduling change can improve the health and well-being of physicians working overnight shifts.
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