Dear AuntMinnie Member,
Is the average radiologist in the U.S. working harder than he or she did 14 years ago? While most people might say yes, the answer actually depends on how you look at the data.
That's according to a new study we're highlighting in our Imaging Center Digital Community that looked at trends in work hours and vacation time dating back to 1995. What the research team discovered might surprise you, and it indicates how technology is changing the nature of the radiology workplace. Learn more by clicking here.
Healthcare reform heats up
In other news, the U.S. Senate has resumed consideration of its healthcare reform plan, while the U.S. House of Representatives reportedly is marking up its own version -- raising the possibility that an amendment prohibiting physician self-referral could be added to the bill.
We'll continue to follow developments in healthcare reform as they pertain to radiology in our Imaging Center Digital Community, so check back at centers.auntminnie.com.
Women, bone density, and beer
Finally, Spanish researchers came to an interesting conclusion with respect to women who drank beer -- they had stronger bones compared to women who didn't indulge in the sudsy beverage.
The association was most pronounced for moderate drinkers compared to light drinkers or teetotalers; what's more, the group didn't find a similar association between bone density and wine, an alcoholic drink whose healthful properties have been in the news of late.
Learn more by clicking here, or visit our Women's Imaging Digital Community at women.auntminnie.com.
