Furnished Housing for Healthcare Employees-Short-lease Turn-key Housing For Medical Staff

ShortTermHousing.com provides high quality, low cost healthcare employee housing for all levels of staff. Doctors, nurses, medical specialists, support staff and the hundreds of people that make up a busy hospital will always find a home with us! Successful cost healthcare employee housing delivers close proximity to medical centers, safe and quiet neighborhoods, great value

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Happiness can be shaped by external circumstances or internal states

University of California – DavisMay 5 2025 What is the secret to happiness? Does happiness come from within, or is it shaped by external influences such as our jobs, health, relationships and material circumstances? A new study published in Nature Human Behaviour shows that happiness can come from either within or from external influences, from both, or

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U.S. States Welcoming International Doctors Without Residency Requirements

In recent years, several U.S. states have introduced alternate pathways for international medical graduates (IMGs) to practice medicine without the need for U.S. residency. This change aims to address healthcare shortages and leverage the expertise of doctors trained abroad. For a detailed blog, visit the MedSmarter Foundation. Traditional U.S. Licensure Process Traditionally, IMGs needed to

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Harvard’s Stand, Trump’s Threat, And The Future Of Institutional Autonomy

ByMarybeth Gasman,  Contributor. On April 14, Harvard University took a public stand against the Trump administration’s demands to scale back diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives in hiring, admissions, and programs; to closely monitor international students; and to cede academic independence across various programs. In response, the Trump administration froze roughly $2.2 billion in federal funding allocated to Harvard. On

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At CDC, Trump administration’s job cuts wipe out wide array of specialists

Moves intended to refocus the agency will have severe costs to public health, critics warn By Helen Branswell and Sarah Owermohle April 1, 2025 Workers across the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention were summarily fired on Tuesday, triggering what will be an unprecedented and chaotic withdrawal of the agency from many areas of disease prevention on which

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What to know about anxiety in Black communities

Anxiety is among the most common mental health conditions. Yet many Black people fear mental health stigma, and avoid treatment. And those who seek care may encounter clinicians who do not recognize the impact of racial trauma. According to Census Bureau data, rates of depression and anxiety have increased among Black Americans, following the murder of George

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Expert Q&A: What are the long-term effects of measles in kids and adults?

Although measles is seen as a contagious viral disease that passes quickly, it can also cause damage that leaves long-term health effects. A measles infection can lead to a phenomenon called ‘immune amnesia,’ which affects the body’s ability to fight off other infections. It also may lead to neurological, respiratory, and fertility-related issues. As the

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8 Medical School Loan Forgiveness Programs for Doctors

Doctors can qualify for student loan forgiveness or programs that pay off a portion of their medical school debt. Medical school loan forgiveness is generally available to doctors who work in the public sector or practice in underserved areas for a certain period of time. If those requirements match your career goals, loan forgiveness is

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How to Negotiate a Physician Employment Contract

Many physicians avoid contract negotiation, but if you know what to ask for and how to ask for it, there’s often room to improve an employer’s offer. Whether it’s your very first contract, or it’s time to renew your agreement after existing tenure, take advantage of the opportunity to advocate for yourself. Understanding how to

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Navigating Healthcare Job Interviews with Confidence

Healthcare job interviews can be daunting, but with the right preparation, you can approach them with confidence and increase your chances of landing the job. Whether you’re a physician, nurse practitioner, or physician assistant, excelling in an interview requires both technical knowledge and strong interpersonal skills. In this blog post, we provide helpful tips and

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