COVID-19 Update: US and Global Cases, Deaths, and Recoveries as of September 15, 2020
Data from the Johns Hopkins COVID-19 interactive map on coronavirus cases, mortalities, recoveries, and more.
Study: Automated Office Blood Pressure Monitoring Not Optimal Way to Determine New Hypertension Diagnosis
AHA Hypertension 2020: New research suggests using automated office blood pressure monitoring is not the ideal way to determine a hypertension diagnosis.
Primary Care Centers Use Outdated Hypertension Diagnostics
AHA Hypertension 2020: Primary care practitioners rely on officed-based BP measures and outdated cut points to diagnose new hypertension.
COVID-19 or the Flu? Preparing for the Overlap
Worried about the upcoming flu season overlapping with COVID-19? Get up to date on available tests and the clinical aspects of the diseases with our quick article.
COVID-19 Update: US and Global Cases, Deaths, and Recoveries as of September 14, 2020
Global confirmed cases of COVID-19 have surpassed 29 million. We summarize more of today's global and US data from the Johns Hopkins COVID-19 interactive map.
Pandemic Amplifies Need for National Dialog About Suicide
Survey: Most US adults feel COVID-19 has made it essential to talk openly about suicide; more than half say it has made them more open to discussing mental health.
COVID-19 Update: US and Global Cases, Deaths, and Recoveries as of September 11, 2020
Global confirmed cases of COVID-19 have surpassed 28 million. We summarize more of today's global and US data from the Johns Hopkins COVID-19 interactive map.
The Short History of COVID-19: 8 Questions
Refresh your memory of the short yet crowded history of the COVID-19 pandemic with our 8-question quiz.
How to Fine Tune Telemedicine for Older Adults
Video: How to ensure the best virtual visit for your older patients is discussed by an otologist and a gerontologist from Johns Hopkins School of Medicine.
Moderate Alcohol Consumption Tied to Hypertension Risk in Diabetes
A new research article found moderate and heavy alcohol intake were associated with hypertension in patients with type 2 diabetes.
COVID-19 Vaccine: Pharmaceutical Executives Pledge Safety Above All
CEOs of 9 drug companies involved in COVID-19 vaccine development signed a pledge ensuring that sound science and ethics will guide the process.
COVID-19 Update: US and Global Cases, Deaths, and Recoveries as of September 10, 2020
How many cases of COVID-19 have been confirmed in the US? How many people have been tested? Get your daily COVID-19 update here.
Weight Loss Shown to be Strongest Predictor of Type 2 Diabetes Remission
A new research article showed that after 1 year of weight loss intervention, 46% of patients with type 2 diabetes achieved remission.
COVID-19 Update: US and Global Cases, Deaths, and Recoveries as of September 9, 2020
3 Influenza Season Imperatives: Vaccinate, Vaccinate, Vaccinate
The CDC estimates delivery of a record 194 to 198 million doses of influenza vaccine this year. The primary care imperative: vaccinate, vaccinate, vaccinate.
“Social Smoking” Linked to Disproportionately High Risk of Death from Lung Disease, Lung Cancer
New research presented at the virtual European Respiratory Society International Congress showed "social smokers" are more than twice as likely to die of lung disease vs non-smokers.
10-year Study: Usual A1c >7% Raises Cardiovascular Risk in Type 2 Diabetes
The risk of having a CVD-related event is increased by 21% for every 1% increase in usual A1c >7% in patients with type 2 diabetes, a new study finds.
COVID-19 Update: US and Global Cases, Deaths, and Recoveries as of September 8, 2020
Global confirmed cases of COVID-19 have surpassed 27 million. We summarize more of today's global and US data from the Johns Hopkins COVID-19 interactive map.
REDUCE-IT Trial Data Updates: Key Takeaways
A discussion on recent data updates from the REDUCE-IT trial, and their practical implications for physicians managing cardiovascular risk.
Study: Mindfulness Reduces Stress, Anxiety Among US Health Care Professionals
A new study found that brief mindfulness-based programs can reduce stress and anxiety among US health care professionals.
