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PURPOSE Ultrasound examinations are currently being implemented in general practice. This study aimed to systematically review the literature on the training in and use of point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) by general practitioners
METHODS We followed the Cochrane guidelines for conduct and the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines for reporting. We searched the databases MEDLINE (via PubMed), EMBASE, CINAHL, Web of Science, and…

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2Department of Public Health Primary Care, Trinity College Dublin, Ireland
3Department of Family & Community Medicine, University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, San Antonio, Texas
CORRESPONDING AUTHOR: A/Prof Joachim Sturmberg, PO Box 3010, Wamberal, NSW 2260, Australia, jp.com
Abstract
PURPOSE Over the past 7 decades, theories in the systems and complexity sciences have had a major influence on academic thinking and research. We…

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Doctors are among the highest-paid and most educated professionals in the U.S. Just consider the fact that “physician” is the most popular profession within the top 1 percent of earners. Doctors are deserving, after all, given the importance of their life-saving work and the struggles associated with life in the medical profession
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Bulletin Board: A Post From the Community | In recognition of its performance on patient safety, inpatient and outpatient quality of care, financial stability, operational efficiency and patient experience measures, Advocate Lutheran General Hospital has once again been named to the 100 Top Hospitals list by Truven Health Analytics. This is the 18th time Truven has awarded Lutheran General Hospital the honor, tied for the most…

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Location matters when it comes to health. Some places promote wellness by expanding access to nutritious food and recreational facilities. Others strive to keep treatment costs affordable for everyone or protect green space that encourages an active and healthy lifestyle
Absent such essentials, good health can be difficult to maintain, what with the rising cost of…