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Explore the latest research making an impact in medicine and healthcare research
Our portfolio of medicine and healthcare journals continues to push the boundaries of research and research communication. Discover the latest papers making waves in your community, explore further insight into the contributions of PLOS journals to the field, and keep up-to-date with the latest research in 2024.
Selected most talked about so far in 2024*
1-year weight change after diabetes diagnosis and long-term incidence and sustainability of remission of type 2 diabetes in real-world settings in Hong Kong: An observational cohort study
PLOS Medicine
Developing interconnectedness is critical in retaining rural general practitioners: A qualitative thematic analysis of recently recruited general practitioners to South East New South Wales, Australiamance of ChatGPT on USMLE: Potential for AI-assisted medical education using large language models
PLOS Global Public Health
Impact on wine sales of removing the largest serving size by the glass: An A-B-A reversal trial in 21 pubs, bars, and restaurants in England
PLOS Medicine
Unraveling the interplay of circadian rhythm and sleep deprivation on mood: A Real-World Study on first-year physicians
PLOS Digital Health
Old tools, new applications: Use of environmental bacteriophages for typhoid surveillance and evaluating vaccine impact
PLOS Neglected Tropical Diseases
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*data taken from Altmetric, January 2024 – May 2024.