COPD Insights for Primary Care: 5 New Studies
Findings: Don’t blame patients for all inhaler-use errors; singing may help improve breathing, QOL; Rx adherence does improve over time; plus 3 more outcomes of interest.
A History of Aspirin in Modern Disease Prevention
Take a look at the evolution of aspirin used in modern disease prevention to gain perspective on how more recent developments may affect your practice.
Aspirin: A Look Back at Its History
We take the long view on aspirin's history in this short slideshow. See how aspirin has shaped medicine from its discovery to the 18th century.
Americans’ Views on Physicians by the Numbers
The majority of Americans have a positive view of physicians but mistrust and other issues linger, according to a recent Pew Research Center survey.
Components and Health Consequences of Electronic Cigarettes
A pulmonologist summarizes key research and guidance on the harmful effects of e-cigarettes.
Impact of Appointment Time on Opioid Prescribing
Opioid prescribing is more likely toward the end of the clinic day and as appointments run farther behind. A pain specialist reviews study findings.
Lung Disease and E-Cigarette Use: 9 Recommendations for Clinicians
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.
How to Address the HIV-STI Syndemics
The underpinnings of the global HIV and STI epidemics are inextricable. A new report looks at combined solutions. We offer highlights.
Acute Flank Pain in a Young Woman: What's Your Dx?
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?
Top 5 Adolescent Medicine Apps for Primary Care
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.
Keeping Up with Coffee: A 6-question Health Quiz
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.
Colonic Motility Dysfunction: 3 Cases on Cause, Effects, Treatment
Is ferritin level elevated in SIBO? How does linoclotide work? How would you prevent Montezuma’s Revenge? Try these 3 case challenges.
Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease: Studies in Comorbidity
Studies on comorbidities seen with CKD reviewed here examine controlled vs uncontrolled gout, psychiatric diagnoses, and screening for intracranial aneurysm.
Diabetes and the Flu: A Dangerous Duo
Help keep patients with diabetes healthy this flu season with a few of these quick reminders on vaccination, medication, comorbidities, and more.
Flu in Adults with Chronic Health Conditions
When it comes to flu vaccination, nearly 50% of US adults don’t know the benefits. Are your patients among them?
7 New Looks into COPD
Can air pollution cause emphysema? Can yoga positively impact lung function? New research has answers to these questions plus 5 more.
E-cigarettes May Worsen COPD
E-cigarette vapor may worsen COPD. A new study demonstrates exposure-related death of human airway smooth muscle cells and other toxic effects.
Smoking Cessation and CVD Risk: 5 Years and All Clear?
Heavy smokers who quit remain at significantly increased CVD risk for up to 10 years or more, according to new research. Results suggest that current risk estimators may need revision.
Coffee Reconsidered: New Grounds for Drinking It
Caffeine moderation moderates cardiovascular risk, caffeine is not what is keeping you up at night, and 4 more recent studies on caffeine intake.
Diabetes Drug Costs Force Patients to Cut Corners
About 25% of patients with diabetes report asking a physician for a cheaper drug. Skipping doses and pill splitting are tactics used to cut costs.