Patient Care scoured the web to find the top news in medicine this month that could affect your practice. Which ones made the cut?
Rate of Statin Use for Primary ASCVD Prevention Substantially Lower in Black, Hispanic Persons
Analysis of NHANES data between 2013-2020 found statin use low across racial/ethnic groups and significantly lower among Black and Hispanic participants.
Best Practices in the Utilization of Preventative Testing and Screening to Optimize Men’s Health
Experts in the management of men’s health provide their input on the best practices in preventative testing and screening measures to optimize the health of male patients.
AHA/ACC Release Scientific Statement on Benefits of Exercise Training in Persons with HFpEF
Studies on supervised exercise training in patients with chronic, stable HFpEF suggest substantial improvements in exercise capacity and QoL that may surpass those seen with medication.
Distress Signals: How to Help a Clinician Colleague in Need
"Primary Viewpoints," a podcast from Patient Care Online, brings you an exclusive interview with Rebekah Bernard, MD, a family physician and national speaker on physician wellness.
Seen in the ED: Worsening Abdominal Pain, Distention in an Older Woman
Constipation, bloating, and abdominal pain worsening over 1 week bring a woman in her mid-70s to the ED. Labs are normal. What do you see on the CT scan?
Percentage of US Adults with Metabolically Healthy Obesity Increased in Past 2 Decades
Authors of new study say results underscore need for effective strategies to optimize metabolic status and prevent obesity-related complications among persons with obesity.