American Geriatrics Society 2019 Beers Criteria Update
The American Geriatrics Society released the 2019 updates to the Beers Criteria. What are the key takeaways for primary care physicians? Scroll through our slideshow to find out.
8 Questions on Personalized Medicine for Cystic Fibrosis
Take this brief test to find out what you know about key developments in the evolution of this emerging treatment option.
Childhood Obesity: 5 Key Research Updates for Primary Care
The strongest evidence to date found that fast food alone leads to childhood obesity, adolescent obesity linked to midlife cancer, and 3 more key updates.
Why Patients Come to Primary Care: An 8-question Quiz
Take a minute to test your knowledge of the conditions and symptoms most likely to bring patients to your practice.
Gabapentinoids used Off-label for Pain: Effective or Erroneous?
Off-label gabapentin and pregabalin prescribing for pain is widespread; the opioid crisis may be to blame. But does science support the trend? Find out with these 10 questions.
Nutrition Essentials in Cystic Fibrosis: CFF Guidelines, New Findings, & Goals
Novel Oral CGRP Inhibitor Formulation Approved by FDA
A new orally disintegrating tablet formulation of CGRP inhibitor rimegepant may restore normal function within 1 hour in adults with migraine, according to the manufacturer.
USPSTF: Screen All Adults, Young and Old, for Hepatitis C
All adults starting at age 18 should be screened for hepatitis C, according to newly released recommendations from the US Preventive Services Task Force.
5 Tips to Error-Proof Your Prescriptions
Want to avoid a pesky pharmacy call? These 5 tips from the pharmacy trenches can help ensure your prescriptions are error-free.
Imaging for Headaches: When is it Appropriate and Which Should be Employed?
Which initial imaging procedures are appropriate for different types of headache? Find out in our quick slideshow on the recently released guidelines from the American College of Radiology.
Dike Drummond, MD - Brief Bio
Dike Drummond, MD, is a Mayo-trained family doctor, professional coach, author, speaker and trainer whose sole professional focus is addressing the modern burnout epidemic in physicians.
Flu Activity Still High, Elderly at Highest Risk
Influenza activity remains high, according to the CDC's weekly surveillance report, but mortality is below the epidemic threshold.
Flu Vaccination & US Adults: Knowledge, Attitudes, and Uptake
When asked about flu and flu vaccination, nearly one-third of US adults got all of the facts wrong. So, are they getting vaccinated?
Top 5 Cardio Apps for Primary Care
Help your patients stay active and heart-healthy for American Heart Month with these top 5 cardio apps.
Survey: What Americans Don't Know about Heart Disease & Heart Health
A Cleveland Clinic survey of US adults found that only 8% know that the majority of heart disease is due to modifiable risk factors.
ACIP: Key 2020 Updates to the Adult Immunization Schedule
Click through a quick summary of the key changes made to the CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices' 2020 recommendations for adults.
WHO eLearning Modules on 2019 nCoV Up and Running
To support efforts to contain the 2019 novel coronavirus, the WHO has launched a comprehensive online education series for all healthcare and public health officials.
Cystic Fibrosis and Personalized Medicine: A Brief History
These concise summaries outline key developments in the evolution of a promising genetics-based approach to cystic fibrosis treatment.
New Tools to Enhance Cystic Fibrosis Patient Care
Implementing these assessments, interventions, and mobile apps could contribute to improved disease detection, treatment strategies, and adherence.
Hypertension Prevalence Among Adults
From 2013-2016, about 46% of US adults had hypertension. Plus more highlights from the AHA's annual Heart Disease and Stroke Statistical Update.
