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The VenaSeal closure system has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to treat superficial varicose veins of the legs that cause symptoms.

FDA: New Device Treats Superficial Varicose Veins

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Seals the affected superficial veins using an adhesive agent
Doctors appear less likely to get divorced than most other health care professionals

Doctors, Pharmacists Least Likely Health Pros to Divorce

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But women physicians 1.5 times more likely than male counterparts
Fear of discrimination is a major reason why about one-third of lesbian

Fear of Discrimination Keeps Many LGBT Med Students Silent

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Thirty percent of LGBT surveyed said they didn't reveal sexual identity in medical school
Apology laws

Article Emphasizes Importance of Apology in Medical Error

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Apology laws unnecessary if physicians understand the importance of offering accountability
In an environment where patients are increasingly aware of the costs of health care

High Deductible Plans Factor Into Physician-Patient Relationship

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Physicians may want to be proactive by detailing costs and options for patients
From 1980 to 2010 the Latino physician shortage worsened

Latino Physician Shortage Has Worsened Since 1980

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Decrease in Latino physician rate per 100,000 of the Latino population from 1980 to 2010
Patients often prefer physicians with formal attire and white coats

Patients Tend to Prefer Formal Physician Attire

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Patient preferences influenced by age, geographic location, context of care
A review of U.S. Food and Drug Administration inspection reports between 1998 and 2013 revealed 57 clinical trials in which regulators had uncovered violations serious enough to earn the agency's most severe classification -- "official action indicated

Research Misconduct ID’d by FDA Often Unreported in Literature

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Only three of 78 published studies mentioned issues of concern uncovered by FDA
Lifestyle factors

Better Daily Dental Routine Could Help Retain Youthful Looks

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Smoking, sun-bed use, and poor oral hygiene all increase perceived facial age
Erbium:YAG lasers can effectively treat refractory melasma

Erbium:YAG Lasers Effectively Treat Refractory Melasma

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Decrease in number of melanocytes and concentration of melanin in melasma skin after surgery