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Buy PDFs here: http://armandoh.org/shop I design my own shirts please support 🙂 “Takotsubo cardiomyopathy also known as stress cardiomyopathy or apical ballooning syndrome is a heart condition often preceded by a stressful event such as a death of someone or a recent traumatic event. The term “takotsubo” is taken from the Japanese name for an
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AI, blockchain and other technologies and platforms hold the potential to transform health care to the benefit of patients, payers and providers. However, differentiating true value-producing innovations from hype requires a deep understanding of the technologies as well as the health care ecosystem. “Innovations in Digital Health” is a Harvard Medical School Executive Education program
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In medicine, you’ll often hear about the ROAD to success. These are the specialties known for having high compensation and great work-life balance. They include radiology, ophthalmology, anesthesiology, and dermatology. More recently, emergency medicine has also been added to the list due to its fixed schedule and control over your free time. Although these specialties
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Fred Winston, professor of genetics, studies what turns genes on and off during development and in response to environmental changes. This video is part of a series in which researchers explain the importance of their work. To view the series, go to hms.harvard.edu/research/science-matters
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Here’s how to decide which doctor specialty is the best fit for you in 5 steps. First, decide on whether you want to be surgical or medical. This is the largest divide that you need to narrow down first. Second, list out the aspects of medicine that interest you the most. Is it a certain
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Harvard Medical School professor and HMX Genetics instructor Robert C. Green explains why aspiring health professionals should learn about genetics and genomics. Learn more about HMX Genetics: https://onlinelearning.hms.harvard.edu/hmx/courses/hmx-genetics/ HMX courses cover fundamental medical concepts through detailed visualizations, real-world scenarios, and genuine patient interactions. Courses are appropriate for those considering or advancing in health care and
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There’s a strange culture surrounding sleep. It’s not uncommon to see influencers on social media wearing their sleep deprivation as a badge of honor – a reflection of their dedication to productivity and the “hustle grindset.” But this is an incredibly unhealthy way of looking at sleep. Sleep deprivation impairs your memory, problem-solving abilities, and
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What are the best strategies for reducing stress and leading a more resilient, meaningful life? Renowned speaker and author Robert Brooks will share insights and anecdotes that highlight the importance of emphasizing personal control, maintaining connections to minimize feelings of loneliness, practicing therapeutic lifestyle changes, engaging in contributory activities and expressing gratitude towards others in
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Although smartphones have made our lives easier in a lot of ways, excessive smartphone usage has been linked to depression, anxiety, and poor sleep quality – all of which can negatively impact your performance. A 2022 study from Brailovskaia and colleagues examined the effects of reducing smartphone usage on well-being. They found that cutting back
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From the Transforming the Future of Human Health Symposium, held at Harvard Medical School on November 8, 2018. Presentation by Steven McCarroll, HMS Dorothy and Milton Flier Professor of Biomedical Science and Genetics and director of genetics at the Stanley Center for Psychiatric Research of the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard. In this talk,
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Shingles is caused by the varicella-zoster virus — the same virus that causes chickenpox. If you’ve had chickenpox, the virus can lie dormant in your body’s nerve tissue for years when suddenly it’s triggered by stress or a weakened immune system, and manifests as shingles. A new shingles vaccine called Shingrix is recommended for anyone
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Finals Week is approaching and you want to get the best grades possible in all your classes. I’ll share with you four common mistakes to avoid to ensure you perform your best on test day. Mistake 1: Passive Learning Mistake 2: Disorganization with regards to studying Mistake 3: Procrastination Mistake 4: Sleep Deprivation – you
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Felicia Knaul, associate professor of global health and social medicine, works to improve cancer-related policies globally and especially in low and middle income countries. This video is part of a series in which researchers explain the importance of their work. To view the series, go to hms.harvard.edu/research/science-matters
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It’s 2021, and most of us are still attending class virtually and learning online. While it may have sounded like a grand old time at first, it’s a different animal from traditional in-person learning with it’s own unique obstacles. If you’re struggling, know that you are certainly not alone. Here’s how to make the most
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Buy PDFs here: http://armandoh.org/shop I design my own shirts please support 🙂 “Tumour Lysis Syndrome is caused when tumour cells release their intracellular content into the bloodstream, either spontaneously or as a result of treatment leading to increased DNA – purine and pyrimidine, hyperkalemia, hyperphosphatemia leading to hypocalceamia and lactic acidosis.” Where do I get
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Here are four reasons premeds fail to get into medical school. Number one is having a low GPA or MCAT score. Although some students can compensate with strong extracurriculars and letters of recommendation, the reality is that higher GPA and MCAT scores are correlated with higher acceptance rates. Number two is having a checkbox mentality.
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