World Experts to Discuss Future of Neurology at Inaugural International Congress
The first annual International Congress on the Future of Neurology convenes in New York City in September. Which thought leaders will be moderating?
Sobering Report on Binge Drinking in Older Adults
One out of 10 US adults aged ≥ 65 years is a "current binge drinker," a new study found. It is sobering data and a call to action for primary care.
Your Patients May Lie to You, But Why?
Ever wonder if your patient is a "liar, liar, pants on fire"? Take this 5-question quiz on a new survey to find out if your suspicions are true.
Refusal to Fill a Rx: A PharmD's Perspective
Pharmacist won't fill the Rx? There is usually a good reason and it could involve legal liability. A PharmD describes 3 personal scenarios with 3 different solutions.
10 CBD Company Health Claims: Please Read
FDA on July 23rd issued a warning letter to CBD-producer Curaleaf, Inc, citing unsubstantiated health claims for its products. Here are 10 of the claims your patients are reading.
7 New Drugs for Primary Care: Q2 2019
The end of another quarter means a new list of FDA-approved drugs for primary care. Which ones should you know about? Click through to find out.
A Summer Sunscreen Saga: Is it Friend or Foe?
Sunscreen as a potential health threat is hitting headlines just as summer arrives. Test your knowledge of product safety with this 5-question quiz.
How to Help Patients Quit Smoking: 10 Questions for Primary Care
Take this quick 10-question quiz to find out what you can do to help your patients live tobacco-free.
Agitation and Auditory Hallucinations: Is it the HCTZ?
A 65-year-old woman presents to the ED oriented only x2 and hearing her dead mother's voice. HCTZ is her only Rx. What's your diagnosis?
SPRINT, ACCORD-BP, EMPA-REG: A Few Notes on BP Control in Diabetes
Which pivotal study offers the results to rely on when setting BP goals to reduce CV risk in your patients with type 2 diabetes?
Should We be Wary of Sunscreen?
A new study published in JAMA suggests the FDA may have reason to look more closely at the ingredients that protect patients from sun damage. Try this question on the details.
Tobacco and Lung Health: A “World No Tobacco Day” Quiz
World No Tobacco Day is on May 31, 2019. Patient Care helps support the WHO observance with this quick 10-question quiz on the health impact of smoking and the benefits of quitting.
US Prescription Drug Use: 7 Questions to Test Assumptions
The National Center for Health Statistics recently released a report on prescription drug use in the US. Take this 7-question quiz to see how much you know about the latest findings.
Dazed and Confused: 6 CBD Myths and Realities
Help patients sift through the barrage of misinformation, half-truths, and unproven evidence to set them straight about CBD.
Managing the Emotional Side of Migraines
How can you help migraine patients who suffer from psychiatric conditions such as depression or anxiety? A headache expert says a simple question can make a huge impact.
Direct-to-Consumer Genetic Testing and Primary Care: A 10-question Quiz
How much do you know about the increasingly popular direct-to-consumer genetic testing? Find out with this 10-question quiz.
Unilateral Lower Leg Edema with Calf Pain
A 62-year-old man being treated for lymphoma is sent to the ED by his oncologist for evaluation of left ankle swelling. Is this DVT? What's your diagnosis?
Caffeine to the Extreme: A High-octane Quiz
The caffeine in an average cup o' joe delivers the ideal morning jolt, but concentrated amounts can be fatal. How little is dangerous? Find out, here.
Top 5 Emergency Medicine Apps for Primary Care Providers
A pocket guide to manage pediatric emergencies, an app to help diagnose a variety of eye conditions, and 3 other must-have emergency medicine apps for primary care physicians.
Non-pharmacologic Migraine Management Tips
How do you help patients with migraine who ask for methods other than, or as adjuvants to, medical therapy? A headache expert offers suggestions to pass on.
