Tag: Patient Education
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New Clinician Guide Aims to Improve UTI Care
Overview: A Practical Guide to Elevate UTI Care Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are among the most common reasons patients seek urgent care, driving a steady demand for accurate diagnosis and effective treatment. A new, comprehensive guide for clinicians promises to transform how UTIs are diagnosed, managed, and communicated to patients. By focusing on evidence-based practices,…
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New Clinician Guide Aims to Elevate UTI Care in a Telemedicine Era
Overview: A New Guide for Clinicians on UTI Care Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are among the most common reasons patients seek urgent care. As care delivery shifts toward telemedicine and digital messaging, clinicians face the challenge of providing accurate diagnoses, effective treatment, and patient education without in-person visits. A newly released guide for clinicians outlines…
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UTI Care: New Clinician Guide to Improve Care and Outcomes
Introduction: A Turning Point in UTI Care Urinary tract infections (UTIs) affect millions of Americans each year, presenting a persistent challenge for clinicians, patients, and health systems. A newly released guide for healthcare providers aims to standardize assessment, enhance diagnostic accuracy, and optimize treatment pathways for all patients—from those seeking telemedicine consultations to those arriving…
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Kidney Disease Advocate Honoured in New Year Honours for Nutrition-led Care
Acknowledging a career focused on kidney disease A health professional from Somerville has been named an Officer of the New Year Honours for a career dedicated to improving kidney disease care. The recognition highlights a life spent tackling one of medicine’s most complex challenges, with a particular focus on how nutrition can influence outcomes across…
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Understanding Why Women Reluctant to Seek Menopause Treatment in 2021
Overview: A Gap Between Symptoms and Treatment New findings from Mayo Clinic researchers highlight a persistent gap between the number of women experiencing menopause symptoms and those who pursue treatment. In 2021, more than a third of women reported moderate to severe menopause symptoms, yet a relatively small share sought medical care or treatment. This…
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Reluctant to Seek Help: Why Women with Menopause Symptoms Are Not Getting Treatment
Why Many Women With Menopause Symptoms Do Not Seek Treatment A recent study by Mayo Clinic researchers, published in Mayo Clinic Proceedings, reveals a striking gap between the number of women experiencing moderate to severe menopause symptoms and those who pursue medical treatment. Even as more than a third of women reported notable symptoms in…
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Surgical Thyroid Diseases in Men: Insights from 61 Cases Studied
Overview: Thyroid Disease in Men Surgical thyroid pathology in men is less common than in women, yet it presents unique challenges. Across clinical series, men show a relatively higher risk of malignancy in thyroid nodules and certain diseases that require surgical intervention. Understanding these patterns helps clinicians tailor diagnostic and therapeutic strategies to improve outcomes…
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Doctors Warn: Finasteride Side Effects Prompt Caution for Hair Loss Treatments
Why Finasteride Has Become a Topic of Concern Finasteride, a widely prescribed medication for male pattern baldness, has helped countless individuals slow hair loss and regain confidence. Yet, in recent months, medical professionals have stepped up cautionary guidance about potential side effects and long-term risks associated with the drug. As patient advocacy groups push for…
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Advanced AI Guides Prostate Cancer Patients with Mayo Clinic’s MedEduChat
Overview: AI-powered education for prostate cancer care Advances in artificial intelligence are transforming how patients learn about complex diseases. Mayo Clinic researchers have unveiled MedEduChat, an educational assistant embedded in electronic health records (EHRs) that collaborates with a large language model (LLM) to offer accurate, patient-specific information about prostate cancer. The study, published in Nature…
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Advanced AI Provides Accurate Guidance for Prostate Cancer Patients
AI-powered education meets patient care In a groundbreaking development, Mayo Clinic researchers have introduced MedEduChat, an electronic health record (EHR) assistant powered by a large language model to deliver accurate, patient-specific education about prostate cancer. The tool is designed to support clinicians and empower patients with reliable information tailored to individual medical histories, treatment plans,…