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GMC reports 70% of obstetrics trainees face burnout, risking patient safety

The General Medical Council reports that 70% of obstetrics and gynaecology trainees face moderate to high burnout, raising concerns about patient safety in maternity wards. This issue, exacerbated by staffing...

BBC Health · 1 day ago · 2 min read

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Study finds escitalopram beats agomelatine, duloxetine in preventing depression relapse

A large analysis found that escitalopram is the most effective antidepressant for preventing relapse in recovering depression patients, outperforming others like agomelatine and duloxetine. This research...

BBC Health · 3 days ago · 1 min read

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Eli McCreary loses Medicaid coverage after kidney cancer diagnosis in Nebraska

Eli McCreary lost his Medicaid coverage shortly after being diagnosed with kidney cancer due to Nebraska's new work requirement rule, which he cannot meet due to his health issues. This situation underscores...

NPR Health · 5 days ago · 2 min read

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Study finds 50% of long COVID patients improve in three years

A study found that about 50% of long COVID patients see significant symptom improvement within three years, but those with neurological or cognitive symptoms often experience prolonged challenges. This...

Live Science · 8 days ago · 1 min read