COVID-19 Vaccination: 9 Questions on the Patient Perspective
SAMPLE: Approximately what percentage of US adults plan to get a COVID-19 vaccine once one becomes available? And 8 more questions on the patient perspective.
COVID-19 Update: US and Global Cases, Deaths, and Recoveries as of December 15, 2020
Data from the Johns Hopkins COVID-19 interactive map on coronavirus cases, mortalities, recoveries, and more.
Diabetic Retinopathy and the Importance of Screening
A discussion on optimizing the number of patients with diabetes who receive screening for diabetic retinopathy to ensure the best quality outcomes.
Implementing the Topcon ocular telehealth platform for diabetic retinopathy screening in primary care can increase number of screenings for diabetic retinopathy
Diabetic retinopathy (DR) is the most common microvascular complication of diabetes, affecting more than two in five Americans with diabetes.
COVID-19 Update: US and Global Cases, Deaths, and Recoveries as of December 14, 2020
US confirmed cases of COVID-19 have surpassed 16 million; global cases have reached 72 million. We summarize more of today's data from the Johns Hopkins COVID-19 interactive map.
The Importance of Screening for Diabetic Retinopathy Among Patients With Diabetes
Learn why one organization prioritizes screening for diabetic retinopathy among patients with diabetes.
Seen in the ED Quiz: Epigastric Pain with Chills, Nausea
The patient denies fever, SOB, vomiting or diarrhea. He does admit discomfort around the right scapula. What is evident on the CT? What is your diagnosis?
COVID-19 Update: US and Global Cases, Deaths, and Recoveries as of December 10, 2020
Global confirmed cases of COVID-19 have surpassed 69 million. We summarize more of today's data from the Johns Hopkins COVID-19 interactive map.
Adherence to Mediterranean Diet Associated with Lower Rate of T2D in Women
A recent study showed women who adhered to a Mediterranean diet had a 30% lower rate of type 2 diabetes vs women who did not.
COVID-19 Update: US and Global Cases, Deaths, and Recoveries as of December 9, 2020
US confirmed cases of COVID-19 have surpassed 15 million; global cases have reached 68 million. We summarize more of today's data from the Johns Hopkins COVID-19 interactive map.
Asthma Research Update: 7 Studies At-a-Glance for Primary Care
Recent studies have reported the latest developments in asthma research. Scroll through these slides to find concise summaries of key points for clinical practice.
Liraglutide Receives FDA Approval for Treatment of Obesity in Adolescents
With the updated label, liraglutide is the first FDA-approved therapy for adolescents with obesity in over a decade.
Guideline-directed Therapy for Asthma & COPD: Use This, Not That
Use ICS monotherapy for this, not that. For asthma COPD overlap, don't use that, use this. Try these 4 questions on GINA and GOLD recommended treatments.
COVID-19 Update: US and Global Cases, Deaths, and Recoveries as of December 8, 2020
SGLT2 Inhibitors Enter Vast Treatment Void for High-risk CKD Patients
Patients with chronic kidney disease have had no treatment options to slow the certain progression to renal failure. Enter SGLT2 inhibitors. A key clinical trial investigator explains.
High-dose Flu Vaccine Confers No Added Benefit for Patients with CVD
A high-dose influenza vaccine was no more effective than the standard-dose vaccine at reducing the risk of severe outcomes among patients with heart disease, NIH study finds.
Every Week of Quarantine Increases Harmful Alcohol Intake in US Binge Drinkers, Survey Finds
A new survey of US adults found that the odds of heavy alcohol intake among binge drinkers increased an extra 19% for every week in quarantine.
Behcet Disease 2020 Research Review: 8 Studies
Behcet disease research in 2020 spanned topics in diagnosis, pharmacologic management and quality of life. We wrap up the year with 8 new study summaries.
Best of the Behçet Series Quiz
Primary care physicians can play a major role in the multidisciplinary effort needed to provide effective care. Take this brief quiz for a quick review of key points in this series.
COVID-19 Update: US and Global Cases, Deaths, and Recoveries as of December 7, 2020
Global confirmed cases of COVID-19 have surpassed 67 million. We summarize more of today's data from the Johns Hopkins COVID-19 interactive map.