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Managing joint pain as the seasons change

The Stitch

Dr. David Paul Martin II provides insight on how changes in seasons affect arthritis and what can be done to manage symptoms during the fall. The post Managing joint pain as the seasons change appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.

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How Staffing Agencies Help Healthcare Professionals Overcome Inadequate Compensation

Platinum Meidcal Staffing

In today’s healthcare landscape, many professionals face the challenge of inadequate compensation at traditional healthcare facilities. Whether it’s due to budget constraints or uncompetitive wages, this can lead to burnout and dissatisfaction. However, there’s a solution that offers flexibility, competitive pay, and control over your career—joining a healthcare staffing agency.

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WATCHMAN FLX™ Pro Left Atrial Appendage Closure Device

RK.MD

The WATCHMAN FLX Pro left atrial appendage (LAA) closure device is implanted percutaneously via the femoral vein → right atrium → a transseptal puncture → left atrium pathway to seal the LAA – a small pouch in the left heart where blood clots can form and potentially lead to strokes in patients with atrial arrhythmias like atrial fibrillation (AFib).

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Expert Q&A: When is the best time to catch up on vaccines?

Penn Medicine

When should you consider getting updated shots, how, why and even which arm? Penn Medicine experts weigh in.

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Lymphangiography

RK.MD

A lymphangiogram is an imaging study performed to visualize the lymphatic system, which plays a crucial role in immune function and maintaining fluid balance in the body. This test is often employed when there is suspicion of lymphatic abnormalities, such as lymphedema, chylothorax, or the spread of malignant cancers to lymph nodes. As a cardiovascular ICU intensivist, I’ll occasionally encounter chylothorax that remains refractory to dietary modification and time.