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Measuring Health-Related Quality of Life
https://reachmd.com/programs/gi-insights/measuring-health-related-quality-of-life/3886/In its 1948 charter constitution, the World Health Organization defined health as "a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being." Today, to measure this totality of well-being, we measure quality of life. Host Dr. Jay Goldstein discusses how quality of life measurements can be incorporDeep Brain Stimulation for Treatment-Resistant Depression
https://reachmd.com/programs/clinicians-roundtable/deep-brain-stimulation-for-treatment-resistant-depression/3838/Standard treatments for depression are effective in providing relief in most cases. However, some individuals suffer from depression that does not diminish despite adequate trials of antidepressants, psychotherapy and even electroconvulsive therapy. There is new hope for those suffering from treatmeThe New GERD Guidelines
https://reachmd.com/programs/gi-insights/the-new-gerd-guidelines/3834/Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is the most common GI diagnosis. But many aspects of diagnosing and treating GERD and related syndromes vary considerably. Now, the AGA has issued new evidence-based guidelines on this widespread disorder. Some of the recommendations may surprise you. Dr. MichaThe Nation's Uninsured: Part 1
https://reachmd.com/programs/conference-coverage/the-nations-uninsured-part-1/3785/The first of two programs consisting of excerpts of a panel discussion examining the issues surrounding healthcare coverage for millions of uninsured Americans. The panel was presented by U.S. News and World Report's National Issues Briefing, in association with the American Medical Association. PaThe Facts on Mold's Health Effects
https://reachmd.com/programs/hot-topics-in-allergy/the-facts-on-molds-health-effects/3726/Molds are unique organisms that surround us, yet there is growing concern about how molds can impact our health. What sorts of bodily reactions are linked to molds? Should we be worried about adverse health effects from all molds or are some generally safe? Dr. Jay Portnoy, chief of allergy, asthmaChanging a Culture: Women and Health In Senegal
https://reachmd.com/programs/focus-on-global-medicine/changing-a-culture-women-and-health-in-senegal/3724/Host Dr. Maurice Pickard welcomes Molly Melching, founding director of Tostan, an organization in Senegal empowering local communities to learn more about sustainable development and social transformation through a greater awareness for human rights issues. Ms. Melching shares more about her organizSuccessful Treatment of MDR and XDR-TB
https://reachmd.com/programs/focus-on-global-medicine/successful-treatment-of-mdr-and-xdr-tb/3722/Since it was first described by international health organizations in 2006, extensively drug-resistant tuberculosis has been documented in 49 countries. In addition, more than 80 countries are coping with multi-drug resistant tuberculosis. How are we addressing the rapid emergence of these significaUniversal MRSA Screening Among Hospital Patients
https://reachmd.com/programs/focus-on-public-health-policy/universal-mrsa-screening-among-hospital-patients/3708/Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) is responsible for eight percent of all hospital-acquired infections in the United States, leading to upwards of 20,000 deaths per year. Several states have passed legislation mandating screening of hospital patients for MRSA. How effective are thesWhen to Treat with Antipsychotic Combinations
https://reachmd.com/programs/clinicians-roundtable/when-to-treat-with-antipsychotic-combinations/3694/In an ideal world, evidence-based medicine and thoughtful clinical research might guide our every treatment decision. But the body of research is sparse on combination therapy for schizophrenia. When is it logical to combine antipsychotics? Dr. Aaron Gibson, assistant professor in the college ofA New Outreach Program to Find College Students at Risk for Suicide
https://reachmd.com/programs/clinicians-roundtable/a-new-outreach-program-to-find-college-students-at-risk-for-suicide/3679/Host Dr. Cathleen Margolin interviews Dr. Steven Garlow of Emory University School of Medicine about his recently published article in the Journal of American College Health. Dr. Garlow and colleagues studied an interactive web-based method of outreach to college students at risk for suicide.