Preventing the Next Pandemic Critical Insights from SARS-CoV-2 Surveillance Systems Introduction Preventing the next global pandemic requires a clear understanding of the profound and multifaceted impact of SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for COVID-19. Since its emergence, SARS-CoV-2 has infected millions of people worldwide and caused
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Silent Inflammation: The Hidden Driver of Multisystem Chronic Disease?
Silent Inflammation The Hidden Driver of Multisystem Chronic Disease Abstract Chronic low grade inflammation, often referred to as silent inflammation, is increasingly recognized as a persistent inflammatory state that occurs in the absence of the classical signs and symptoms associated with acute inflammation.
Rare Disease Diagnosis: The Promise of Whole-Genome Sequencing in Pediatrics
Rare Disease Diagnosis The Promise of Whole-Genome Sequencing in Pediatrics Abstract Rare diseases collectively affect millions of children worldwide and represent a significant source of morbidity, mortality, and long term disability. Although individual rare disorders have low prevalence, their cumulative impact places a substantial
Biological vs Chronological Age: Are Geriatricians Ready for ‘Aging Clocks’?
Biological vs Chronological Age: Are Geriatricians Ready for ‘Aging Clocks’? Abstract The concept of biological age versus chronological age represents a fundamental shift in how healthcare providers assess aging and age-related health risks. While chronological age measures the time elapsed since birth, biological
Skyrocketing Cancer Drug Prices: Can Oncologists Influence Policy?
Skyrocketing Cancer Drug Prices Can Oncologists Influence Policy Abstract The rapid escalation of cancer drug prices has emerged as a major challenge in contemporary oncology practice, with many newly approved therapies carrying annual costs that exceed one hundred thousand dollars per patient. This
The Endocrine Disruptor Epidemic: What Should Clinicians Be Telling Patients?
The Endocrine Disruptor Epidemic: What Should Clinicians Be Telling Patients? Abstract Endocrine disrupting chemicals represent a growing public health concern that requires heightened awareness and engagement from healthcare professionals across disciplines. These substances, which include both synthetic and naturally occurring compounds, have the capacity
AI Risk Scores vs HEART Score: Which Better Predicts Chest Pain Outcomes?
Climate Change and Children’s Health: Preparing Pediatricians for New Frontiers
Climate Change and Children’s Health: Preparing Pediatricians for New Frontiers Abstract Climate change poses serious threats to children’s health worldwide. This paper examines how environmental changes affect pediatric health outcomes and explores strategies for preparing healthcare professionals to address these challenges. By
Factor 11a Inhibitors vs DOACs: The New Standard in Anticoagulation Therapy?
Factor 11a Inhibitors vs DOACs: The New Standard in Anticoagulation Therapy? Introduction Venous thromboembolism (VTE) affects nearly 900,000 people annually in the United States, with an estimated 60,000-100,000 individuals dying from related complications. Factor 11a inhibitors represent a promising new frontier in anticoagulation
Direct-to-Consumer Lab Testing: Help or Hindrance for Internists?
Direct-to-Consumer Lab Testing: Help or Hindrance for Internists? Check out our extensive video library (see channel for our latest videos) Abstract Direct-to-consumer laboratory testing has become an increasingly prominent feature of modern healthcare, offering patients the ability to independently order diagnostic tests without the
