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A case for a paradigm shift in rural health care
The decrease in available health care has been detrimental to the health outcomes of people living in rural areas, a DO argues.
Survey finds three-quarters of Americans (75%) feel lonely
CHICAGO—November 12, 2019—A new survey finds 75% of American adults feel a sense of loneliness—an increase from the 72% reported in the 2016 AOA Loneliness in America poll. The surveys, which were commissioned by the American Osteopathic Association and conducted online by The Harris Poll, offer key metrics because loneliness has a significant impact on … Read More
Nearly one in ten Americans who vape (9%) purchase their products from an unauthorized seller, according to survey
CHICAGO—November 18, 2019—A new survey about vaping in America finds over one-third of adults who used an e-cigarette or vaping device in the past 12 months (35%) used products with THC. Nearly one in ten adults who have used an e-cigarette or vaping device in the past 12 months (9%) purchased or received the e-cigarette … Read More
Third osteopathic certifying board replaces its high-stakes recertification exam
The American Osteopathic Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology (AOBOG) recently launched a new online exam process for Osteopathic Continuous Certification (OCC) Component 3. This longitudinal assessment format leverages technology to deliver assessment items and questions relevant to OB-GYN scope of practice at prescribed intervals. ‘A great improvement’ “Many of AOBOG’s diplomates are excited about the convenience … Read More
America’s frontline physicians: joint policies to reduce death and disease related to tobacco products and e-cigarette epidemic
On behalf of the more than 597,000 physicians and medical students represented by the combined memberships of the following organizations, we adopt the following principles regarding policies to reduce death and disease related to the use of tobacco products and to address the recent epidemic in youth use of e-cigarettes. American Academy of Family Physicians … Read More
Be a champion for osteopathic medicine! Register to attend DO Day on Capitol Hill, March 17-18
Registration is now open for DO Day on Capitol Hill, the premier osteopathic event of the year. Don’t miss this opportunity to engage lawmakers on legislation vital to the practice and principles of osteopathic medicine.
