Grace Halsey

Less than half of PCPs responding to a recent survey chose correct values for prediabetes screening tests and seemed unaware of other evidence-based recommendations for prediabetes.

US adults with diagnosed diabetes are no closer to treatment goals than they were in 2005, according to a new study.

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.

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.

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.

Recent vaping behavior is the only commonality found among teens and young adults hospitalized in 2 midwestern states, for severe respiratory symptoms.

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.

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

One out of 10 US adults aged ≥ 65 years is a "current binge drinker," a new study found. It is sobering data and a call to action for primary care.

Ever wonder if your patient is a "liar, liar, pants on fire"? Take this 5-question quiz on a new survey to find out if your suspicions are true. 

Americans still don't meet guideline-recommended physical activity levels even while sedentary behavior increases, according to a new NHANES analysis.

The novel intranasal glucagon delivered with a portable, single-use device could simplify treatment of this dangerous side effect of antidiabetes medications.

Study: "Ideal" adherence to healhty habits (eg, weight control, no smoking, average A1c) may reduce risk of heart failure by >50% vs "inadequate" adherence.

Here: A snapshot of the 4 FDA-approved neuromodulation devices and a primer on neuromodulation for migraine at work.

FDA on July 23rd issued a warning letter to CBD-producer Curaleaf, Inc, citing unsubstantiated health claims for its products. Here are 10 of the claims your patients are reading. 

US consumption of red meat remains twice the global average. New research highlights the consequences of that intake in terms of all-cause mortality.

The ideal test for Lyme disease needs to be direct and highly sensitive in specific areas of detection. A new review highlights the 5 key criteria.

Sunscreen as a potential health threat is hitting headlines just as summer arrives. Test your knowledge of product safety with this 5-question quiz. 

Middle/high school students with asthma were found more likely to use 5 different tobacco products vs classmates without asthma.

A new study published in JAMA suggests the FDA may have reason to look more closely at the ingredients that protect patients from sun damage. Try this question on the details.

The National Center for Health Statistics recently released a report on prescription drug use in the US. Take this 7-question quiz to see how much you know about the latest findings.

Find out what you know about which diabetes drugs in which classes show CV protective properties and results of the trials that support their use.

Sample: Between 2013 and 2016, what percentage, overall, of US adults tried to lose weight in the past 12 months?

True or False: In 2015, Americans spent more on insulin glargine than any other drug. The answer and 9 more questions in our quiz.

Test your literature scanning skills with our short, 5-question quiz on different asthma interventions in school-aged children. 

The OIG is worried about the over prescribing of opioids for elders. What do you know about the issues?

In this short quiz, we challenge you to choose 4 correct figures and 1 correct fact from your vast store of knowledge on HCV infection.

Methadone and buprenorphine are underutilized as treatment for opioid addiction. Is one safer? More effective? More convenient? Take the quiz.

How does asthma affect cardiac morphology? Take this quick 5-question quiz to see what you know about the impact of asthma on other chronic disease.

The signs are everywhere. See if you recognize these 5 skin eruptions often seen when man gets back to nature.