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How program signals affect Match odds in competitive specialties
2+ hour, 12+ min ago (672+ words) Allergic rhinitis, or hay fever, is more than just the sniffles. Understanding triggers and when to talk to a physician are key to managing allergic rhinitis." Physicians should advise against "superfood" gimmicks. Focus on the age and dietary patterns of…...
How medical students view the residency-selection research race
2+ day, 2+ hour ago (1308+ words) A course in the AMA Health Systems Science Learning Series empowers medical students to understand and improve patient safety." The "Health vs. Hype" AMA podcast explores the $71 billion global industry built on cleansing the body of toxins'and whether it's even…...
Medical school clerkships: Does rotation timing matter for Match?
1+ week, 2+ day ago (1069+ words) These itchy skin blisters, a symptom of dyshidrotic eczema, can happen year-round. Learn how to find relief and what to expect with this condition. Learn more about the AMA's efforts to promote public understanding and confidence in the use of…...
AMA statement on EO directing CDC to assess childhood vaccine schedule
1+ week, 5+ day ago (517+ words) Lupus is a complex autoimmune disease with varied symptoms. Early diagnosis and ongoing care can help patients manage flares and protect long-term health. Stay informed with news and resources on Ebola disease, including signs and symptoms, prevention strategies and more....
To ace clinical clerkships, medical students must master 5 traits
2+ week, 2+ hour ago (776+ words) Lupus is a complex autoimmune disease with varied symptoms. Early diagnosis and ongoing care can help patients manage flares and protect long-term health. Stay informed with news and resources on Ebola disease, including signs and symptoms, prevention strategies and more....
3 time-management methods every new medical student must know
2+ week, 3+ day ago (1242+ words) This episode of the "Health vs. Hype" AMA podcast introduces listeners to what a VO2 max measurement is and why their score could be important to know. Pancreatic cancer is a challenging form of cancer. It is notoriously difficult to detect…...
To 2026 graduates: You are medicine's future'and its conscience
4+ week, 2+ hour ago (1036+ words) Concussions shouldn't be brushed off as just a bump on the head. Recognizing signs early and knowing when to seek care can help with concussion recovery. The "Health vs. Hype" AMA podcast explores what creatine is, its association with bodybuilders,…...
Real time or 2x? How med students consume preclerkship lectures
1+ mon, 1+ day ago (945+ words) From car rides to roller coasters, motion sickness can strike fast. Knowing the common triggers and symptoms of motion sickness are key to prevention. Don't let your summer fun be derailed by painful swimmer's ear, aka otitis externa. Three pediatricians…...
Didn't match? How to come back stronger next residency-selection cycle
11+ mon, 1+ week ago (1371+ words) They "flip" the food pyramid and urge avoiding other foods altogether. Find out more and earn CME with the AMA. Cervical cancer kills more than 4, 000 Americans each year, but these deaths can be prevented. Getting vaccinated against HPV and screened…...
Didn't match? These physician specialties are reapplicant friendly
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (1053+ words) They "flip" the food pyramid and urge avoiding other foods altogether. Find out more and earn CME with the AMA. Cervical cancer kills more than 4, 000 Americans each year, but these deaths can be prevented. Getting vaccinated against HPV and screened…...