Both autism and sexuality have received increased attention by social science and medical researchers, as well as by the public in recent years. There is now new evidence that suggests that autism may be more prevalent amongst transgender and gender-diverse people than amongst those who are cisgender, or whose sexuality corresponds to the sex they … [Read more...]
Emergent Data on the Link Between Autism and Sexuality
New Data Show Adjuvant Radiotherapy Benefits Skin Cancer Patients
It has long been recognized that cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma (cSCC) skin cancer that involves perineural invasion is more likely to recur or metastasize than other forms of skin cancer. However, it has been debated how best to treat this type of skin cancer. Recent research, published in JAMA Dermatology, suggests that combining adjuvant … [Read more...]
The Pandemic is Leading to Increased Levels of Broken Heart Syndrome
New data have shown that patients with acute coronary syndrome have suffered broken heart syndrome, also known as stress cardiomyopathy or takotsubo syndrome, at higher rates during the COVID-19 pandemic than before the pandemic. These results have been published in JAMA Network Open and, according to the authors, highlight the significant stress … [Read more...]
3 Ways Physicians Should Negotiate Before Accepting a New Job
More than others in many other professions, physicians often avoid negotiations with potential employers. In particular, they stay away from negotiating their salaries. They often do not ask for more compensation before starting a new physician job, and they also do not ask for more money over their years of work in the same role. The result can be … [Read more...]
New Data on Enhancing Access to Treatment for Opioid Addiction
In response to the opioid crisis, there has been a significant push to improve prevent and treatment of opioid abuse. Access to methadone is one factor that has been identified as an important way to address the opioid crisis. A new study, published in JAMA Psychiatry, has provided information on how such access may be enhanced. According to the … [Read more...]