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8 MIN READ

What doctors wish patients knew now about COVID-19 risk and age

The public health emergency may have ended, but COVID-19 is here to stay and age remains an important risk factor for severe outcomes. Find out more.

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Public Health
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
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3 MIN READ

One pivotal way to identify patients harmed by bias: Ask

Find out how Ochsner Health is querying the impact of bias as part of its safety-reporting program to identify and address inequities.

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Health Equity
Health System Spotlight
Excellence in Medicine Awards
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11 MIN READ

These 11 doctors are moving medicine forward. Find out how.

Learn about an inspiring group of physicians whose advocacy, research and volunteerism serve as shining examples for all of medicine.

Awards
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4 MIN READ

Don’t criminalize pregnant patients with substance-use disorders

An Ohio mom was prosecuted after disclosing her illicit drug use upon giving birth. Learn why an appeals court was right to overturn her conviction.

Overdose Epidemic
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Aug 8, 2023 ·
3 MIN READ

National Health Equity Grand Rounds: Breaking Down the Ivory Tower

The National Health Equity Grand Rounds series episode, Breaking Down the Ivory Tower, was held on Aug. 8, 2023.

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Events
National Health Equity Grand Rounds
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14 MIN READ

June 30, 2023: National Advocacy Update

Congressional hearing held to examine Medicare physician payment system and more in the latest National Advocacy Update.

Advocacy Update
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4 MIN READ

Rebuilding trust with patients a vital piece of burnout puzzle

Discover how establishing trust can help patients get the care they need while addressing some factors that contribute to physician burnout.

Physician Health
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12 MIN READ

What doctors wish patients knew about menopause

Menopause is often accompanied by discomfort, though symptom severity does vary. Two ob-gyns share how to navigate this transformative period.

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Population Care
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
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3 MIN READ

High court sets back efforts to diversify medicine, improve care

The Supreme Court’s affirmative-action ruling deals a blow to the goals of achieving a more diverse physician workforce and advancing health equity.

Medical School Diversity