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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.

A recent study suggests blood pressure patterns later in life may be linked to dementia risk. Which patient cohort is at an increased risk?

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.

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?

Lack of knowledge, keeping up with changing management guidelines, and limited time and resources were among reported barriers. 

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.

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. 

Help keep patients with diabetes healthy this flu season with a few of these quick reminders on vaccination, medication, comorbidities, and more. 

When it comes to flu vaccination, nearly 50% of US adults don’t know the benefits. Are your patients among them?

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.

A cup of coffee/day keeps migraine away? It can, but before recommending another cup to migraine patients, review findings just published.

Caffeine moderation moderates cardiovascular risk, caffeine is not what is keeping you up at night, and 4 more recent studies on caffeine intake. 

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.

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? 

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.

What apps should you recommend to patients who are in physical therapy? Here are highlights of 5 physical therapy apps to consider. 

The first annual International Congress on the Future of Neurology convenes in New York City in September. Which thought leaders will be moderating?

Red meat is known to be linked to various health risks, but what other dangers could beef intake pose? Brush up on recent research with these 5 questions.