Aspirin has conventionally been used to prevent heart disease, stroke, and death in patients with heightened risk. Many physicians have assumed that higher doses are likely more effective than lower doses when used prophylactically. However, a new study published in the New England Journal of Medicine has produced surprising results that suggest … [Read more...]
Baby Aspirin: Does Dose Matter?
Do Intellectual Disabilities Increase the Risk for Fractures?
Recognizing groups at risk for broken bones is critical for implementing prevention measures and avoiding accidents that can reduce quality of life. In the case of certain breaks – such as hip fractures – even premature death can occur. Currently, those with intellectual disability (also referred to as learning disabilities) are not identified as a … [Read more...]
Can Telehealth Help to Reduce Suicidal Ideation?
Suicide is sadly a leading cause of death in the U.S., and suicidal ideation is recognized as a risk factor that increases the risk of suicide. With the COVID-19 pandemic, the use of telehealth skyrocketed, and we are now beginning to learn more about the impact of telehealth services. A study recently published in JMIR Formative Research has … [Read more...]
OPYS Expands Nationally and Grows Leadership Team
Physician-owned and operated OPYS addresses physician shortages and medical placement challenges with double-digit growth. Expanding its national network, OPYS provides hospital-based physician management group outsourcing to emergency, inpatient, urgent care, and telemedicine centers, delivering a customized array of physician services. Original … [Read more...]
What are the Data on Ivermectin for COVID-19?
Ivermectin, a medication that has long been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and World Health Organization (WHO) to fight parasites and treat worm infections, has been a topic of controversy during the COVID-19 pandemic. Some experts have argued that public messages about ivermectin could lead people to use ivermectin that is … [Read more...]