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The 5 Essential Adult Vaccines: What Your Patients Need to Know
Please remind your adult patients that these recommended vaccines (eg, pneumococcal, flu, HPV) are essential to protect them, and their communities, from serious outcomes.
GLP-1 RAs Prescribed for More Than One-Third of US Adults With Diabetes in Middle Age: NCHS Data Brief
GLP-1 use among adults with diabetes peaked among those aged 50 to 64 years, was highest among Hispanic adults, and was more likely among those taking other antihyperglycemic agents.
Lecanemab Shows Sustained Benefit at 4 Years in Early Alzheimer Disease: Daily Dose
Your daily dose of the clinical news you may have missed.
Combating Vaccine Misinformation: Q&A With Amesh Adalja, MD
Infectious disease expert Amesh Adalja, MD, discusses key vaccine policy changes, strategies to combat misinformation, and ways PCPs can boost vaccine confidence.
KFF COVID-19 Vaccine Survey: Policy Shifts, Trust Gaps, and Vaccine Intentions
A recent poll reveals most US adults are hesitant about fall COVID-19 vaccinations, highlighting confusion over federal policies and declining trust in health agencies.
How Would You Advise An Infectious Disease Resident About a Career Path Today? This Expert Isn't Sure
William Schaffner, MD, a veteran infectious disease expert and public health thought leader is concerned that rapidly shifting federal policy could impact future options.
Initial RSV Vaccine Uptake Low Among Older Adults, Disparities Persist, Study Reveals
Fewer than 1 in 5 eligible older adults in the US received the RSV vaccine during the first 2 seasons it was available, and uptake was lower based on SDOH.
FDA Approves Brensocatib for Non–Cystic Fibrosis Bronchiectasis
The US FDA approved brensocatib as the first treatment for non–cystic fibrosis bronchiectasis.
RDX-002 Hits Primary and Secondary End Points for Post–GLP-1 Weight Management
RDX-002, an investigational, first-in-class therapeutic, significantly reduced weight regain after cessation of antiobesity treatment with semaglutide and tirzepatide.
What Are the 9 Influenza Vaccines Available for the 2025–2026 Respiratory Virus Season?
The 9 influenza vaccines available for the upcoming respiratory virus season come from 4 manufacturers in single-dose syringes and vials and multidose vials may still be available.
How to Streamline Pediatric Vaccine Coadministration During High-Demand Seasons
Family physician Sarah Sams, MD, shares how to improve pediatric vaccine coadministration using pre‑visit planning and staff coordination.
Persistent Low Cervical Cancer Screening Tied to Nearly Double Incidence and Mortality in US Counties
Rural, low-income US counties with persistently low cervical cancer screening have almost twice the incidence and mortality compared with high-screening counties.
Dose Lifestyle Like Another Drug During GLP-1 Therapy, says Lifestyle and Obesity Medicine Specialist
Jonathan Bonnet, MD, MPH, board certified in lifestyle and obesity medicine, explains how the 6 pillars of the former are essential to success in the latter.
JN.1 COVID-19 Booster Safety Confirmed in Danish Study of More than 1 Million Older Adults
Danish adults aged 65 and older at high-risk for serious infection with SARS-CoV-2 showed no increased risk of 29 serious adverse events following vaccination.
Donanemab Maintains Cognitive Benefit 3 Years in Early Alzheimer Disease: Daily Dose
What's the Mood Among Infectious Disease Experts Right Now? We Asked William Schaffner, MD
Schaffner describes the mood among his colleagues in infectious disease right now as anxious, perplexed, distressed, and angry. They expect the disruptions and their feelings to continue.
Addressing Pediatric Vaccine Hesitancy: Communication Strategies That Work
Effective pediatric vaccine conversations require trust and facts. Family physician Sarah Sams, MD, offers tips for addressing concerns without harming patient relationships.
IV Ketamine NRX-100 Gains FDA Fast Track for Suicidal Depression
The FDA Fast Track designation for NRX-100 (IV, preservative-free ketamine) expands by 10-fold the potential treatment population that seriously considers suicide.
Noninvasive Primary Care Screening Identifies Elevated LVEDP in Nearly 40% of High-Risk Patients
A new study reveals that noninvasive LVEDP screening can enhance heart failure detection and improve patient outcomes in primary care settings.
Nirsevimab Cuts RSV Risk in Healthy Newborns: Daily Dose
Back-to-School Vaccine Catch-Up: Strategies From a Family Physician
From EMR reports to targeted nurse visits, Sarah Sams, MD, outlines practical ways PCPs can catch up pediatric vaccinations before school starts.
Does Intranasal Insulin Reach Critical Brain Areas Linked to Memory and Cognition?
Insulin delivered via nasal spray in this first-in-human PET imaging study was observed in 11 key brain areas relevant to cognitive decline, validating a new research avenue.
FDA Accepts Gepotidacin for Priority Review for the Treatment of Uncomplicated Urogenital Gonorrhea
FDA accepts priority review of gepotidacin for uncomplicated urogenital gonorrhea, with phase 3 data showing non-inferiority to standard injectable therapy.
Investigational Oral IL-23 Receptor Antagonist Icotrokinra Improves Skin Clearance in Psoriasis in Phase 3 Study
The oral peptide that selectively targets IL-23 offers a novel approach to quelling the inflammatory process that underlies plaque psoriasis.
GLP-1 RAs Beat Metformin for Dementia Prevention in T2D: Daily Dose
Are the GLP-1 Agonists "Forever Drugs?" It's an Open Question, According to Jonathan Bonnet, MD, MPH
The obesity and lifestyle medicine specialist says while research on the question continues, a focus on optimizing nutritional health during treatment is essential.
The TikTok Doc Is In: But Will Your Patient Trust the Diagnosis?
Health information permeates social media platforms exposing Americans to advice, even when they don't want it. The good news? Not many trust it!
How Physicians Can Strengthen Vaccine Confidence During National Immunization Awareness Month
Board-certified family physician Sarah Sams, MD, urges physicians to actively engage their communities to build vaccine confidence and combat misinformation.
Excess Intake of Ultraprocessed Foods is Tied to Higher Cardiometabolic Risk, AHA Advisory Panel Says
The Advisory Panel laid out 4 priority actions for clinicians, policy makers, and industry.
Novel Plasma Assays That Selectively Detect Tau Characteristics Will Refine Clinical Study of Alzheimer Disease
The 2 new plasma assays to enhance Alzheimer’s disease research will support disease staging, predicting disease progression, and monitoring treatment outcome.
