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Caring for the millions of Americans with migraine headache falls largely to primary care. We review the latest in disease management for you.

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September 21, 2017 | Respiratory Diseases

Household bleach may not lead to COPD, as recently reported in the lay press, but a number of respiratory dangers are present in many US homes.

Monoclonal antibodies that inhibit calcitonin gene-related peptide could revolutionize preventive migraine therapy. Here's what you need to know.

September 20, 2017 | Addiction, COPD

HRT, tattoos, insurers exacerbating the opioid epidemic, prolonged sitting, plus a new COPD drug: here's a recap of 5 of the week's key news reports.

September 15, 2017

Chronic renal disease is common in primary care settings and so are its comorbidities. In brief here, 5 apps you might want at hand.

Headaches that occur several days before menses as well as disabling headaches on days unrelated to menses... how would you help this young woman?

September 14, 2017

Dr Steven Nissen says statins and climate change share similar public opinion problems and suggests counter tactics.

September 14, 2017 | Vaccines

Winter is coming and so is influenza. Does the CDC recommend Fluzone or Flulaval for pediatric patients?

Restrictive Covenants: What's in Your Contract?
January 25, 2017
By Bobby Lazzara, MD
Dr Bobby Lazzara spends a Medical News Minute reminding you to pay close attention to all the fine print.
Terms and Termination: What's in your Agreement?
January 05, 2017
By Bobby Lazzara, MD
VIDEO: Reminder--employment contracts are long and complicated -- make sure you understand yours inside out, before you sign.
5 Top Medical Apps in One Minute: Video
October 19, 2016
By Bobby Lazzara, MD
Dr Bobby Lazzara reviews 5 medical apps available in iTunes. Which ones are you using?
Study: If You're Happy, I'm Happier (VIDEO)
October 12, 2016
By Bobby Lazzara, MD
A new study answers the question: If you are happy and your partner is happy, are each of you even happier?

Hidden Respiratory Dangers at Home
Jonathan Ilowite, MD
September 21, 2017 | Respiratory Diseases
By Jonathan Ilowite, MD
Household bleach may not lead to COPD, as recently reported in the lay press, but a number of respiratory dangers are present in many US homes.
Medicine in the Headlines: When Your Patients Ask
Susan Kweskin
September 20, 2017 | Addiction, COPD
By Susan Kweskin
HRT, tattoos, insurers exacerbating the opioid epidemic, prolonged sitting, plus a new COPD drug: here's a recap of 5 of the week's key news reports.
5 Top CKD Apps for Primary Care Physicians
Ted W. James, MD
September 15, 2017
By Ted W. James, MD
Chronic renal disease is common in primary care settings and so are its comorbidities. In brief here, 5 apps you might want at hand.
Head and Shoulder Lesions: Common Diseases, Uncommon Locations
Robert P. Blereau, MD
September 01, 2017 | Skin Diseases
By Robert P. Blereau, MD
Three cases of lesions often seen in primary care, 2 seen in uncommon locations. Test your visual diagnostic skills.