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How should you place your arm during a blood pressure reading? – Firstpost

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How should you place your arm during a blood pressure reading? – Firstpost

Researchers have found that improper arm positioning can affect the accuracy of blood pressure readings. The study is significant because variations in readings may result in an increased number of high blood pressure diagnoses and the prescription of unnecessary medications to patients. Let’s take a closer look. What does the study say? Researchers at Johns … Read more

After $1B gift, most Johns Hopkins medical students won’t pay tuition

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After B gift, most Johns Hopkins medical students won’t pay tuition

Most medical students at Johns Hopkins University will no longer pay tuition thanks to a $1 billion gift from Bloomberg Philanthropies announced Monday. Starting in the fall, the donation will cover full tuition for medical students from families earning less than $300,000. Living expenses and fees will be covered for students from families who earn … Read more