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End-of-Life Choices

Trends in end-of-life care show that not only does the care given vary widely from region to region and hospital to hospital, but also patients often don't get the care they prefer. What can be done?

Care Management Puzzle

Chronic diseases and the cost of care are rising. Are disease management programs improving outcomes for patients with complex, chronic conditions?

No Middleman

Under the "direct primary care" model, patients pay a monthly fee for basic medical services. Learn about the history and current landscape of physician practices offering this arrangement.

Public Health

Thursday, October 14, 2010

Advocates Worried Over HIV Case in Adult Film Industry

The Adult Industry Medical Healthcare Foundation recently disclosed that an adult film performer has tested positive for HIV, leading many HIV/AIDS advocates to express concern about the lack of condom use in the industry. Two adult film production companies temporarily have suspended filming while officials monitor the situation.



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