Author Articles
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New Research Investigates Comprehension of Speech
Often assumed, but rarely understood, speech comprehension is a mystery The idea of the capacity of human beings…
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Sensory Cells in Gums Aid in the Treatment of Periodontitis
Research finds such cells present in the gums of mice Newly discovered chemical-sensing cells in the gums protect…
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ADA Expanding Policy on Oral Cancer Definition
Includes new conditions and considerations The American Dental Association recommends dentists conduct routine visual and tactile examinations for…
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Gum Disease Linked to Higher Risk of Hypertension
Recent European study finds a direct link between the severity of periodontitis and the probability of high blood…
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New Exercise Guidelines Published for Cancer Survivors
Threshold lowered slightly in light of new evidence A recent review of research conducted by an international group…
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FDA Approves Treatment for Small Children with Rare Diseases Impacting Blood Vessels
Approval comes after wildly successful clinical trial The U.S. Food and Drug Administration recently approved Rituxan (rituximab) injection…
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Legal Briefs – Unlicensed Personnel in the Care Setting
With this weekly column, Elite Healthcare provides readers with insight related to the legal implications of healthcare –…
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5 Ways To Finally Find Happiness At Work
Are you happy at work? This simple question is much more complicated than you would think. Happiness has…
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Easing debilitating lymphedema symptoms in an elderly patient using complete decongestive therapy.
Secondary lymphedema is the result of impairment to the lymphatic system following surgery, radiation therapy, chronic infection and…
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Workplace Violence
Dealing with Patient Violence in Today’s Workplace As a new nurse, I can clearly remember two events that…
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High-Deductible Health Plans Potentially Troublesome for Patients with COPD
Barriers to care and financial strain some main concerns Enrollment in a high-deductible health plan (HDHP) was shown…
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Recent Study Details Different Asthma Endotypes
Data suggests different treatment strategies may be beneficial An in-press study detailed the characteristics of 4 asthma endotypes…