A new case report of so-called miner’s nystagmus demonstrates the remarkable plasticity of the brain, the authors say, and suggests that historical reports of this condition by miners were genuine. Medscape Medical News
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Frozen Sections Can Guide Biopsies for Giant Cell Arteritis
Second TAB procedures are often performed in patients with a high level of suspicion for GCA, which may result in unnecessary treatments and complications, Devon A. Cohen, MD wrote. Medscape Medical News
The Most Accurate IOL Formulas to Use in Short Axial Eyes
Dr Sumit (Sam) Garg comments on how the Kane and EVO 2.0 formulas set themselves apart from the field in this rare but challenging population. Medscape Ophthalmology
Surgeons Can Change. The Pandemic Made It Happen Faster
NorthShore Health System in Chicago canceled 3400 elective surgeries in March 2020. Here’ s what happened next. Medscape General Surgery
Do Zinc and Vitamin C Reduce COVID Symptoms?
A randomized trial looked at the ability of zinc and vitamin C to shorten symptoms of COVID-19 in outpatients. Dr F. Perry Wilson breaks down the data. Medscape
‘This Is Very Real’ — A COVID-19 Day in the ICU
WebMD Chief Medical Officer John Whyte talks with Dr Megan Panico about the reality of critical care in a COVID-19 ward of the ICU. WebMD
How to Combat COVID-19 Misinformation
WebMD Chief Medical Officer John Whyte talks with journalist Steven Brill about combating health misinformation, especially about COVID-19 and its vaccines. WebMD
10 Ways to Protect Your Assets From Potential Lawsuits
A legal claim could put your assets at risk. Consider using these strategies to help protect your property and secure your resources. Medscape Business of Medicine
Ditch the Waiting Room (and Other Post-COVID Ideas)
Kenny Lin argues that we shouldn’t just return to ‘business as usual’ after the pandemic and waste an opportunity to discontinue evidence-free traditions. Georgetown University Family Medicine
Influence of Patient Mask Wearing on Ocular Injection-Related Infection Unclear
Pre-pandemic research suggests that mask wearing by clinicians may reduce infectious endophthalmitis in patients receiving ocular injections, and that a no-talking policy can also help. But the influence of mask wearing by patients themselves still rem…
Influence of Patient Mask Wearing on Ocular Injection-Related Infection Unclear
Pre-pandemic research suggests that mask wearing by clinicians may reduce infectious endophthalmitis in patients receiving ocular injections, and that a no-talking policy can also help. But the influence of mask wearing by patients themselves still rem…
Companies Are Profiting From Health Data—Patients Should Too
The rise of medical records has created a booming trade in health data — much of it without patients’ knowledge. Medscape Oncology
Companies Are Profiting From Health Data—Patients Should Too
The rise of medical records has created a booming trade in health data — much of it without patients’ knowledge. Medscape Oncology
What If a Colleague Refuses the COVID Vaccine?
Dr Alok Patel discusses the COVID-19 vaccine and considerations around making it mandatory for healthcare professionals. Medscape Hospital Medicine
New AHA Scientific Statement on Mind-Heart-Body Connection
Mental health is important to the heart and overall health, the American Heart Association says in a new statement encouraging providers to consider the psychological health of their patients. Medscape Medical News
Trump Pardons a Handful of Physicians on His Way Out
One of those pardoned was sentenced in a $70 million Medicare fraud scheme. Medscape Medical News
Should COVID-19 Vaccinations Be Mandatory? Some Think So
Bioethicist Art Caplan discusses situations where we may see COVID-19 vaccination mandates. Medscape Business of Medicine
Should COVID-19 Vaccinations Be Mandatory? Some Think So
Bioethicist Art Caplan discusses situations where we may see COVID-19 vaccination mandates. Medscape Business of Medicine
Pandemic Screen Time: Will Blue Light Glasses Help?
As people in lockdown spend more time staring at laptops and other digital screens, they’re ordering more blue light glasses, despite a lack of conclusive evidence. WebMD Health News
Smart Contact Lens Targets Vision Improvement
The device, which is like a smartphone in the eye, took home an award at the year’s biggest tech conference, but it’s not quite ready for prime time. Medscape Medical News