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July 2019 Issue

Top Medical Careers for Hispanics

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July 2019 Issue
 
 
Medical Professions Issue
 
 
In this issue we
 
 
highlight the Hispanic Center of Excellence (HCOE) and how it has provided programs that strengthen the pipeline and increase the number of Latino applicants pursuing health careers
 
 
honor the Top Schools For Health Careers For Hispanics in the U.S., as well as Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs) and how they specifically support the Hispanic community
 
 
examine in our new Physician Outlook supplement top medical industry issues including tort reform, malpractice and the cost of medicine, as well as spotlight the work of Dr. Daniel Olivero, M.D. whose children’s book is also featured in this month’s School Library section
 
 
discuss health topics that are making national headlines including the impact of legalizing marijuana on the medical marijuana industry (and its patients), the opioid crisis, the measles outbreak, and true and false claims about vaccinations
 
 
learn about advancements in medicine including the elimination of the HIV virus in the genomes of living mice, as well as one researcher’s work to weaponize viruses to combat bacteria
 
 
explore a health paradox impacting the U.S.: fewer new cases of diabetes but more cases of obesity
 
 
visit the Scholars Corner to learn about the community of AAHHE
 
 
peruse titles from Johns Hopkins University Press, as well as K-12 titles written by doctors

Table of Content

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Graduating More Latino Doctors

The Hispanic Center of Excellence (HCOE) was established in 1991. It’s goal is to improve the medical care of Latinos in Illinois by providing programs that strengthen the pipeline and increase the number of Latino applicants pursuing health careers.

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Frank DiMaria

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Legal Pot Cuts Into Medical Marijuana

Written by Gillian Flaccus and Angeliki Kastanis, Associated Press Editor’s Note: The legalization of marijuana inspires debate and occasionally drug-related jokes. Its impact on the medical marijuana industry, however, is no laughing matter.

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Marijuana And The Opioid Crisis

Medical Marijuana Does Not Reduce Opioid Deaths Editor’s Note: Contradicting a study from 2014, Stanford researchers have found no connection between medical marijuana availability and the reduction of fatal opioid overdoses.

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Controversial Opioid Guidelines

UN To Remove 2 Publications On Prescribing Painkillers Editor’s Note: As more information emerges about opioids and the nature of opioid addition, previously accepted medical guidelines are now being put under the microscope.

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Social Media Take On Bogus Vaccine Claims

Written by Barbara Ortutay, AP Technology Writer Editor’s Note: Facebook, Pinterest and other social media have been making attempts to quarantine misinformation about vaccines. But are their efforts in vain?

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Adding Insult To Injury

Malpractice Suit Fears Haunt Physicians A lawsuit is one of the most emotionally traumatic experiences a Doctor can experience. In fact, a lawsuit, even a frivolous one, has driven many fine Physicians from the practice of Medicine.

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Mary Ann Cooper

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Toes, Knees, Shoulders, Head, When I’m Done, I Go to Bed

In honor of this month’s theme, Hispanic Outlook is dedicating its K-12 book reviews to titles written by physicians. From helping children establish a healthy nighttime routine to offering guidance when dealing with a sick brother or sister, these carefully crafted books cover a wide range of topics and are designed to encourage communication between young readers and their families.

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