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Cosmetic procedures show continued growth
The minimally invasive sector was up by 2% in 2017.
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Postmenopausal estrogen use down since 2006
Trends for oral and vaginal forms have not followed the same path.
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Invasive cardiology sets starting salary standard
Orthopedic surgeons were bumped down to second in 2017-2018.
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Most Medicaid enrollees exempt from work requirements
States’ online reporting systems represent potential barrier to many recipients.
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Family medicine remains first in recruiting demand
“Demographic destiny” favors medical specialists over primary care.
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Vaccine nonmedical exemptions creating metro ‘hotspots’
Maricopa County, Ariz., had almost 3,000 unimmunized kindergartners in 2016-2017.
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Sleep apnea treatment may not prevent sleepiness
Physician survey indicates that patients may be excessively sleepy after airway optimization.
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Youth tobacco use shows ‘promising declines’
E-cigarettes are now the most popular form of tobacco among middle school students and third among high school students.
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Diabetes places burden on patients
Survey reveals that diabetes’ biggest effect is lost sleep.
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Marijuana’s perceived approval ratings on the rise
High schoolers believe that their parents are more accepting now than in 1979.
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AMA: Opioid prescriptions down since 2013
Number of providers registered for prescription drug monitoring programs has tripled since 2014.
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Cryolipolysis leads surge in body sculpting
Deoxycholic acid and laser lipolysis procedures contributed to growth of body contouring.
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Effects of psoriatic arthritis not just physical
Survey shows impact on patients’ personal lives and their careers.
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Multiple myeloma rates rising fastest in East Asia
The United States had more new cases and more deaths than any other country in 2016.
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Diabetes spending topped $101 billion in 2013
Higher drug costs have been the main driver of spending growth since 1996.
