| May 9, 2024
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In This Issue |
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National News
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What PATIENTS Are Reading
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NPR.org
Taking real vacation time can lead to lower levels of physician burnout, according to a recent study.
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Fierce Healthcare
In a study of Medicare patients, female patients had improved outcomes when treated by female physicians.
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Healthcare Dive
Private equity acquisitions in health care have slowed recently for a number of reasons, including interest rates and possible regulatory scrutiny.
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Physicians Weekly
Offering online payment options is one way to make the payment process go more smoothly.
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American Medical Association
Tips for reducing electronic health record burdens include identifying pain points and deciding what can be automated or delegated.
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HealthLeaders Media
Making sure to use multifactor authentication is among the tips for better cybersecurity.
Editor's note: APMA has created a new resource page to assist members who have been impacted by the cyberattack on Change Healthcare, which took place on February 21.
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American Medical Association
Tips for young physicians include continuing to live on a resident's budget for the first few years and sticking to a budget.
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Medical Economics
The primary draw of locum tenens work is to address feelings of burnout, according to a new survey of locum tenens physicians.
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POPSUGAR
For those with flat feet, finding a running shoe with proper alignment is likely to decrease the risk of injury.
Editor’s note: Check out the latest list of APMA seal approved and accepted products at www.apma.org/seal.
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New York Times
Tips from reducing foot odor include keeping feet and nails clean and rotating shoes daily.
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Forbes
As fall risk increases with age, it's important for seniors to select footwear that promotes stability and balance.
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| Disclaimer: Stories from sources other than APMA do not necessarily reflect APMA positions or policies. APMA does not endorse these stories. This content appears in the News Brief to enhance members' understanding of how media coverage shapes perceptions of podiatric medicine, and to educate members about what their patients, legislators and other healthcare professionals are seeing in the media. |
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