Brief summaries highlight the latest developments and research findings regarding this serious and growing health problem.
Screening for Diabetes by Age vs by Weight Could Reduce US Health Disparities, Suggests a New Study
The disproportionate prevalence of undiagnosed diabetes among racial/ethnic minorities in the US begs for a new screening paradigm; this may be the one.
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.
Daily Dose: Prevalence of Statin Use for ASCVD Prevention
Your daily dose of clinical news you may have missed.
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.
FDA Proposed Rule Change Expands Use of Salt Substitutes to Lower NaCl Intake, Reduce Chronic Disease
The rule change would provide flexibility in standards that govern specific ingredients used in food production, permitting replacement of regular sodium with less toxic substitutes.
Friday's 5 Quotes for Primary Care: 3-24-2023
Statin-eligible patients in minority groups significantly undertreated; metabolically healthy obesity on the rise; menstruation irregularities suggest later CVD risk; and 2 more studies of note.