Mon.May 27, 2024

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Now streaming: documentary on Penn-developed CAR T cancer cure

Penn Medicine

‘Of Medicine and Miracles’ shares the story behind the first child cured of leukemia with CAR T cell therapy and the persistent team of doctors who made it possible.

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Remembering Those Who Served

Triage Staffing

Although Memorial Day is often thought of as the start of the summer season, in the United States, Memorial Day is actually set aside to remember the men and women of the U.S. military who died while serving their country. Originally called Decoration Day, it was commemorated on May 30 each year until 1971 when Congress passed the Uniform Monday Holiday Act, which created the three day weekend that we have today.

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Preparing for Surgery When You Have a History of Opioid Use Disorder Can Be Challenging; Here’s What You Need to Know

Goldfinch Health

Every patient approaching surgery should be concerned about persistent opioid use, Opioid Use Disorder (OUD), addiction, and leftover prescription medications. One group should have grave concerns—those patients who have a history of Substance Use Disorder (SUD). The Opioid Crisis has now raged on for over two decades. As a result, it is estimated over 20 million Americans have a history of OUD.

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