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Trust in science; nurse practitioner education; herd immunity to measles – Morning Medical Update

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Do Americans trust science?

Yes, although like many public institutions, some credibility has dropped, according to an in-depth review by the National Academies’ Strategic Council for Research Excellence, Integrity, and Trust, published in PNAS.

NP education

The number of nurse practitioners – and the amount of medical treatment and services they provide – both are growing around the nation. But education and training standards may not be keeping up. In case you missed it, Medical Economics guest author Rebekah Bernard, MD, has this eye-opening report.

Measles herd immunity

Are Americans losing their herd immunity to measles? Last month’s outbreak in Florida is raising questions about a highly contagious disease that is easily preventable with vaccination.

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