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Elle Macpherson Made a Reasonable Choice, and Naturopathic Medicine Did Not Help

Sensible Medicine

The lay media is abuzz with stories about Elle Macpherson, who admits in a new memoir to declining chemotherapy seven years ago. Although precise details are not provided, it sounds like Ms. Macpherson had localized or regional breast cancer and underwent surgery. We learned something about the risks of commenting on the health of celebrities over a decade ago when an OpEd we published in Washington Post about former president George W.

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Why the sudden shock after a few days of malaise?

Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

Written by Magnus Nossen - Edits by Grauer and Smith The patient in today’s case is a woman in her 70s with a previous medical history of HTN and hyperlipidemia. She presented to an outside hospital after several days of malaise and feeling unwell. At the time of admission, her vital signs were normal. Heart rate was in the 80s. She had a very elevated troponin T at 12,335 ng/L at the time of presentation. ( This is a value typical for a large subacute MI, n ormal value 48 hours after myocardial

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Transforming patient experience through an innovative engagement center

NRC Health

Brooke Howard, Vice President of Operations at Tidelands Health shares how the system's patient connections team embarked on a transformative journey to enhance the patient experience. The post Transforming patient experience through an innovative engagement center appeared first on NRC Health.

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2024 ACEP Elections Preview: Meet the Board of Directors Candidates

ACEP Now

Jennifer J. Casaleto, MD, FACEP (North Carolina) Current Professional Positions: Emergency Medicine Physician, CirrusMD and Mid-Atlantic Emergency Medical Associates (MEMA); Adjunct Clinical Faculty Physician, Atrium Health’s Carolinas Medical Center Internships and Residency: Emergency Medicine Residency, Carolinas Medical Center (2003) Medical Degree: MD, Vanderbilt University School of Medicine (2000) Response Similar to most member organizations, ACEP experienced membership decline associate

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Fire on Mount Cimadors: 100 hectares burned

Emergency Live

The flames spread rapidly over rough terrain, defying any attempt to contain Mount Cimadors, once a lush green lung of Friuli, is now marked by deep scars. A fire, which was set off by lightning on 19 August, has devastated over 100 hectares of forest, leaving behind a lunar landscape and a community in distress. […] The post Fire on Mount Cimadors: 100 hectares burned appeared first on Emergency Live.

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Protected: SCGHED Newsletter 09/24

SCGH ED

There is no excerpt because this is a protected post. The post Protected: SCGHED Newsletter 09/24 appeared first on Charlie's ED.

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REAS 2024: Your mission starts here!

Emergency Live

An unmissable appointment for professional updating, from 4 to 6 October in Montichiari (Brescia) The summer that is coming to an end has reminded us how crucial it is to be prepared for emergencies. Forest fires have become an increasingly frequent and devastating threat, putting a strain on our territory and communities. To meet this […] The post REAS 2024: Your mission starts here!

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Nigeria submerged: shortcomings in emergency management system

Emergency Live

Despite warnings from meteorological and hydrological agencies, thousands of victims were hit The devastating floods that have hit Nigeria in recent months have highlighted serious shortcomings in the country’s emergency management system. Despite the warnings of meteorological and hydrological agencies, thousands of people have been left homeless and dozens have lost their lives.

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Checking In with ACEP President Terry

ACEP Now

Each year, the ACEP President sits down with ACEP Now ’s Medical Editor in Chief to discuss issues of interest to members. This second interview, conducted toward the conclusion of Dr. Aisha Terry’s tenure as President, reviews her goal of strengthening the leadership pipeline for the College and follows up on challenges that arose during the past 12 months.

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How Well Does Ultrasound Detect Volvulus in Infants?

ACEP Now

The best questions often stem from the inquisitive learner. As educators, we love—and are always humbled—by those moments when we get to say “I don’t know.” For some of these questions, you may already know the answers. For others, you may never have thought to ask the question. For all, questions, comments, concerns, and critiques are encouraged. Welcome to the Kids Korner.