Tipping the scale: How to make weight discussions more empathetic
On a beautiful Texas day, I settle in for a coaching appointment with my third patient of the day. As we discuss their success, obstacles
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Policywise
Informed consent: Patient autonomy in medical decision making
A closer look at voluntary consent in medical decision making – what it is, its origin and how it differs across countries and cultures.
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‘Good Ethics and Bad Choices’: How does behavioral economics impact medical ethics?
Dr. Jennifer Blumenthal-Barby shares her perspective, creative process and some key takeaways from her new book “Good Ethics and Bad Choices.”
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Rethinking the brain and the path forward
A closer look at how the BRAIN Initiative is helping researchers understand the brain, develop innovative technologies and share data.
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Genetic surveillance: Is our most sensitive information secure?
Exploring why genetic surveillance is not science fiction, but rather a reality of the modern era.
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Communications and public health: An interview with Monisha Arya, M.D., M.P.H
Dr. Monisha Arya talks about her experience with a health campaign design contest and the overall importance of healthcare communications.
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How does private equity investment impact hospitals?
A closer look at private equity investment in the U.S. healthcare sector focusing on scope, access and spending, and unintended consequences.
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Ending the HIV/AIDS epidemic
A deeper dive into how the Houston AIDS Education and Training Center is building a community to treat and prevent HIV.
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Why science shouldn’t be ‘colorblind’
Taking action to address the ongoing issue of underrepresentation in science and key questions organizations and leaders should consider.
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Can we afford the high cost of cancer drugs?
I still remember a patient who told me she cannot afford the $20 monthly copay for her oral chemotherapy. Her cancer was potentially curable with
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