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- 1New test could distinguish bacterial from viral infections in feverish babies●Feverish babies in hospital are often assumed to have a serious bacterial infection and are treated with antibiotics. Bu
Feverish babies admitted to hospital are often assumed to have a serious bacterial infection and are treated with antibiotics as a precaution. A new test that gauges whether an infection is bacterial or viral could reduce unnecessary antibiotic use in infants, helping doctors avoid overprescription and supporting efforts against antimicrobial resistance.
- 2Ellis Medicine to host community forum on Schenectady healthcare future●Ellis Medicine to host community forum about healthcare future in Schenectady
Ellis Medicine will host a community forum in Schenectady, New York, focused on the future of healthcare in the area. The event gives residents a chance to hear from hospital leadership and raise concerns about local medical services. Local news outlet NEWS10 ABC reported the announcement, drawing attention in the region.
- 3Women no longer standing at the edges of hospital medicine▼Women no longer standing at the edges of hospital medicine | Opinion
An opinion piece argues that women have moved from the margins of hospital medicine to its center, taking on leading roles as physicians, department heads and hospital leaders. The commentary reflects on how the profession, once dominated by men in its most visible positions, now relies heavily on female doctors, and on what this shift means for patients and healthcare delivery.
- 4Medicaid-funded meal deliveries face uncertain future amid cuts●Meal deliveries can save money and improve health. Will they survive Medicaid cuts?
Medicaid programs in several states cover home-delivered meals for patients with serious illnesses, an approach studies show can reduce hospitalizations and save money while improving health. NPR and WNYC are examining whether these food-as-medicine benefits will survive proposed Medicaid spending cuts, with providers and patients voicing concern over potential loss of coverage.