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An overdose prediction tool for cocaine and other stimulants

An overdose prediction tool for cocaine and other stimulants

To treat stimulant use disorder more like other chronic diseases, researchers at Penn Medicine have created a prediction tool to identify who may be at risk and what they have in common.

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Second infection in kids doubles long COVID risk

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Second infection in kids doubles long COVID risk

Pediatric data shows that the increase in long COVID risk is also accompanied by the increased chance of developing a number of other related conditions, according to new research at Penn Medicine.

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At-home blood pressure cuffs—and reminders to use them—key to blood pressure control

At-home blood pressure cuffs—and reminders to use them—key to blood pressure control

In a Penn Medicine study designed to test “opt-in” versus “opt-out” nudging, what really matters is convenience and keeping patients’ condition top of mind.

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What words in online reviews tell us about hospital visits

What words in online reviews tell us about hospital visits

Online reviews can provide insight into what influences whether patients have a “good” or “bad” health care experience, a Penn Medicine analysis shows.

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Children face elevated kidney, heart, and gut risks for years after COVID infection

Children face elevated kidney, heart, and gut risks for years after COVID infection

Findings from researchers at Penn Medicine show elevated risks for chronic organ disease among children, and reveal some racial differences in long COVID risks.

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Nudge boosts statin-prescribing, means fewer pharmacy trips

Nudge boosts statin-prescribing, means fewer pharmacy trips

Statins are lifesaving to those with high cholesterol, but patients don’t always take them. A nudge that increased long-term prescriptions could be key.

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Meniscus injuries may soon be treated by customizable hydrogel

Meniscus injuries may soon be treated by customizable hydrogel

Researchers at the Perelman School of Medicine found a new 3D-printed customizable hydrogel performed well in preclinical trials with several different types of meniscal tears, offering a potential mend for common joint injuries.

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Survey shows patients with disabilities less likely to feel respect from doctors

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Survey shows patients with disabilities less likely to feel respect from doctors

A new Penn Medicine analysis shows that patients with disabilities were both less likely to feel respect from their doctors and less likely to feel their doctors explained things well.

Online health care reviews turned negative following COVID pandemic

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Online health care reviews turned negative following COVID pandemic

New research shows online reviews of health facilities took a negative turn after COVID and remain that way.

To get drivers to put down their phones, make it a game

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To get drivers to put down their phones, make it a game

A large trial of strategies to reduce distracted driving presented by Penn Medicine experts show that those that were “gamified” yielded a lasting reduction in handheld phone usage while driving.