Americans’ Views on Physicians by the Numbers
The majority of Americans have a positive view of physicians but mistrust and other issues linger, according to a recent Pew Research Center survey.
Mental Illness Puts Veterans at Higher Risk of Heart Disease
Veterans who suffer from mental illness were found to be at an increased risk for major cardiovascular disease outcomes in a new study.
Alarming Increase in Heart Infections Linked to Opioid Epidemic
Cases of infective endocarditis are on the rise and a new study suggests the opioid epidemic could be to blame.
FDA Approves First Oral GLP-1 Receptor Agonist for T2D
Oral semaglutide, the first oral GLP-1 receptor agonsist, was approved by the FDA on Sept 20, 2019, becoming the only noninjectable formulation in the class.
Components and Health Consequences of Electronic Cigarettes
A pulmonologist summarizes key research and guidance on the harmful effects of e-cigarettes.
Novartis' Sandoz Unit Halts Zantac Distribution
Contamination of some lots of ranitidine (Zantac) led the Novartis Sandoz unit today to stop distribution of the drug while the issue is being investigated.
Blood Pressure Patterns Later in Life Linked to Dementia Risk
A recent study suggests blood pressure patterns later in life may be linked to dementia risk. Which patient cohort is at an increased risk?
Lung Disease and E-Cigarette Use: 9 Recommendations for Clinicians
There have been 7 e-cigarette-linked deaths in the US. A new CDC Health Advisory offers 9 recommendations for clinicians who suspect a vaping-related lung illness.
Acute Flank Pain in a Young Woman: What's Your Dx?
Right-sided flank pain of 3h duration is the presenting complaint of a 32-year-old woman with no relevant medical history. She claims 1 episode of vomiting. What can you see on CT abdomen?
Primary Care Physicians Report Barriers to Managing Chronic Kidney Disease
Lack of knowledge, keeping up with changing management guidelines, and limited time and resources were among reported barriers.
Top 5 Adolescent Medicine Apps for Primary Care
An app for birth control education, another that helps young patients transition to adult providers, and 3 more must-have adolescent apps for primary care.
Keeping Up with Coffee: A 6-question Health Quiz
What's your caffeine IQ? Test your knowledge on the latest caffeine research from its effect on cardiovascular disease to liver cancer with this brief quiz.
Diabetes and the Flu: A Dangerous Duo
Help keep patients with diabetes healthy this flu season with a few of these quick reminders on vaccination, medication, comorbidities, and more.
Flu in Adults with Chronic Health Conditions
When it comes to flu vaccination, nearly 50% of US adults don’t know the benefits. Are your patients among them?
Fear a Future with Fentanyl
Deaths related to synthetic opioids increased from approximately 3000 in 2013 to more than 30 000 in 2018. A new book warns there is more to come.
Migraine Risk is Brewing Among Heavy Caffeine Drinkers
A cup of coffee/day keeps migraine away? It can, but before recommending another cup to migraine patients, review findings just published.
Coffee Reconsidered: New Grounds for Drinking It
Caffeine moderation moderates cardiovascular risk, caffeine is not what is keeping you up at night, and 4 more recent studies on caffeine intake.
Study Finds Chocolate Good for Everything: True or False?
Can dark chocolate intake decrease depressive symptoms? Is chocolate intake linked to a higher risk of atrial fibrillation? New research examines the impact that chocolate has on various health conditions.
What Cause of Achilles Pain?
Pain has been present for 2 days; patient denies overuse or injury but says she has been jogging a little more than usual. What's your diagnosis?
Mass Shootings Condemned by Leading US Physician Organizations
The Dayton and El Paso tragedies bring yet another urgent call to action against gun violence from a consortium of the leading US physician and public health organizations.
