Vaping dangers
Sept. 11, 2019E-cigarettes are a public health crisis, AOA says
The CDC is conducting a multistate investigation into a rash of serious, sometimes fatal, lung illnesses.
Patient Care
Communication tips
Aug. 7, 2019Dreading that patient encounter? Help is here
Before confronting your next difficult patient, take note of these strategies for mitigating the stress, inefficiencies and risks of challenging visits.
Q&A
July 31, 2019‘We have an opportunity to close this chapter’: HHS official on ending the HIV epidemic
Osteopathic physicians can play a key role in aiding in ending the HIV epidemic, says HHS Assistant Secretary for Health Adm. Brett P. Giroir, MD.
Patient communication
July 30, 2019Never say ‘die’: Why so many doctors won’t break bad news
Following his own diagnosis of stage 4 pancreatic cancer, a physician is teaching others how to deliver life-altering news.
Research news
July 17, 2019Primary care doctors can help in early detection of melanoma, study finds
Making primary care the frontline defense against melanoma via dermatoscopy can mean earlier detection with fewer biopsies, according to a study in The Journal of the American Osteopathic Association.
Public opinion
July 10, 2019Survey finds nearly half of American adults doubt the safety of vaccines
Physicians say even small margins of doubt over vaccine safety and efficacy can cause significant damage to public health if they result in more unvaccinated people.
Commentary
July 10, 2019When pain management goes right
My refusal to prescribe opioids to a drug-seeking patient led to a transformative journey—and a hug.
Reputation management
July 10, 2019What doctors should know about online reviews
Making the most of good reviews and managing the bad ones are two key ways physicians can maintain and build their online presence.