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Older Adults Have Mixed Feelings About Telehealth Visits

Many older adults are not quite ready to embrace telehealth.

Cost of Waste in the United States Health System Estimated

The estimated cost of waste in the US health care system varies from $760 to $935 billion.

Types of Data Compromised in Breaches of Protected Health Information Identified

In this study, 71% of the breaches compromised sensitive demographic orfinancial information that may be used for fraudulent purposes.

The Changing Gender Breakdown of Internal Medicine

Study results showed that although the percentage of women in internal medicine residency programs increased, the number of those pursuing in subspecialty fellowships decreased.

Food Insecurity Prevalent Among Medicare Enrollees

Food insecurity is prevalent among Medicare enrollees, affecting 38.3% of those aged younger than 65 years.

House Speaker Unveils Plan to Lower Drug Costs in the United States

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has revealed a plan to lower the cost of medications for people on Medicare and those with private insurance.

Should You Work for a Health System or Remain Independent?

Physician practices need to weigh the pros and cons of remaining independent or joining an integrated health care delivery system.

Percentage of Women in Internal Medicine Residencies Increasing

From 1999 to 2016, the percentage of women in internal medicine residencies increased, but the percentage in subspecialty fellowships decreased.

Burnout and Work-Life Integration: Physicians vs Other US Workers

Although rates of burnout and satisfaction with work-life integration improved among US physicians between 2014 and 2017, they still face an increased risk for burnout compared with workers in other fields.

Do Your Patients Consult Google Before They Consult You?

A 2013 Pew Research Center and Internet Life Project report found that 59% of US adults said that they turned to the Internet regarding a health problem during the past year.