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Parents Negative Beliefs about HPV Vaccination Create Barriers to Adolescent Uptake, a New Study SuggestsParent's stigmatizing beliefs about the HPV vaccine may keep them from communicating openly with teens' clinicians, creating barriers to getting shots in arms.
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The Importance of the Patient-Provider RelationshipExperts talk about the impact of a collaborative and supportive patient-provider relationship in the management of IBS-C and CIC.
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Social Determinants of Obesity: Treating Urban & Rural PatientsSocial determinants of health vary between patients living in different environments, so what are the key factors to consider when creating a treatment plan?
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COVID-19 Infection in Second Trimester May Increase Risk of Preeclampsia, New Study FindsData presented at ACOG 2024 suggest SARS-CoV-2 infection early in pregnancy can lead to a higher likelihood of preeclampsia, as well as more severe disease.
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FDA Approves Femlyv, First Orally Disintegrating Tablet for Birth ControlFemlyv (norethindrone acetate and ethinyl estradiol) may expand access to contraception as an option for individuals with swallowing difficulties.
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CARDIOLOGY: 2021 Clinical Focus CollectionAHA Scientific Sessions 2021 recap, tests of clinical knowledge, expert interviews, and more in this roundup from Patient Care Online.
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Vaccination Strategies Practice Pearls And Key Take AwaysDrs John Russell, Jacinda Abdul-Mutakabbir, Charles Vega, Wendy Wright, And Neil Skolnik provide their practice pearls and key thoughts on how to vaccinate their patient populations in the upcoming influenza season.
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10 Ways to Respond to Patients in Emotional or Behavioral DistressWhen a patient is upset, agitated, or potentially violent, being empathetic and respectful are keys to defusing a potentially dangerous situation, says the Crisis Prevention Institute.
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Semaglutide Explored for Treatment of Alcohol, Nicotine Use DisordersFindings from 2 early stage studies reported at a recent clinical meeting support the safety and tolerability of the GLP-1RA in persons with substance use disorders.
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Preventive Care Skipped First by Millions for Financial ReasonsThe most common types of skipped care were preventive visits followed by Rx refills, mental health care, and diagnostic tests, a new survey found.
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How to Keep Patients Engaged with Primary CareThe pandemic has altered how patients access and use health care. Now is the time for primary care clinicians to rebuild important connections with them.
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New Doctors Could be Telehealth NativesConsider all the first year medical students introduced to patient care in 2020 via computer screens and monitors. A young telehealth native tells her story.
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Vaccination Information and Educational Resources from the National Foundation for Infectious DiseasesRobert Hopkins, Jr, MD, NFID medical director, details a range of resources on the foundation's website including in-depth vaccine recommendations, live webinars, plus much more.
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ACIP Recommendations for RSV Vaccines in Older Adults: Update August 2024The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices' revisions prioritize vulnerable older adults and those at higher risk of severe infection.
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Unmet Needs in Diabetes ManagementDr Diana Isaacs provides insight on current challenges in the clinical treatment of patients with diabetes and shares clinical pearls for the use of CGMs in disease management.
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Expert Insights: Patient Case Studies & Key Takeaways on T2D Management in Older PatientsMedha Munshi, MD, and James Bailey, III, MD, FACE, ECNU, discuss older adult patient cases and review their respective treatment approaches, sharing final takeaways to provide practical insights for managing diabetes in this patient population.
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The GLP-1RA Pipeline is Full - Here's What to ExpectThere are lots of products in development for weight loss and to treat other metabolic diseases which means more options for more people.
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Future of Obesity Care: 3 Wishes from Thought Leader Donna Ryan, MDWhen asked about her 3 wishes for the future of obesity care, Donna Ryan, MD, told Patient Care that she had just one: access.
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For the Statin-Intolerant or Statin-Unwilling Patient, Part 2: Other Pharmaceutical OptionsFor the 1 in 3 individuals with hyperlipidemia who can't or won't take a statin, preventive cardiologist Elizabeth Klodas, MD, details 3 alternative drug classes.
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CDC ACIP Meeting October 23-24: Day 1 Recap for VaccinesThe ACIP voted on recommendations for monovalent SARS-CoV-2 vaccine booster shots, lowering the age for pneumonia vaccination, and next steps for clesrovimab for RSV.
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Screening Tools For OSAPanelists discuss how validated questionnaires, clinical assessment tools, and overnight monitoring devices can help identify patients at risk for obstructive sleep apnea, though polysomnography remains the gold standard for definitive diagnosis.
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Take-Home Thoughts for Managing DiabetesEden Miller, DO, shares key takeaways on how personalized treatment helps in the management of diabetes.
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Practice Pearls for Discussing COVID-19 Vaccines with PatientsDrs Tina Q. Tan and Rodney Rohde share final thoughts on addressing patient and parent concerns with COVID-19 vaccines.
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Lilly Makes Tirzepatide Single-Dose Vials Available as Self-Pay Option at 50% DiscountVials of tirzepatide 2.5 mg and 5 mg will be available with a prescription for the labeled drug through LillyDirect after completing a multistep verification process, the company said.
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Prenatal Exposure to Antibiotics May Increase Risk for Long-Term Health Problems in ChildrenThe potential adverse outcomes include asthma, food allergies, cerebral palsy, and cancer, according to a recent systematic review and meta-analysis.
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Roflumilast Associated with Increase in 5-Year Mortality Risk in Patients with COPDIn a large study of patients with COPD, a small increase in 5-year all-cause mortality risk was observed among those using roflumilast.
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Telemedicine vs In-person Care: In Addiction Medicine, Options are KeyCOVID-19 has dealt in-person addiction treatment a blow, but the chief medical officer of Groups Recover Together tells a telemedicine success story with a hybrid ending.
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Texting Patients? Don't Make these HIPAA MistakesTrain your staff well, says this expert in business texting solutions, and make sure to develop and use appropriate checks and balances.
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Impact of Delayed Intervention In Stage 2 Type 1 DiabetesPanelists discuss how delaying intervention during Stage 2 Type 1 diabetes increases the risk of diabetic ketoacidosis and complications at diagnosis, while also potentially accelerating beta cell destruction and reducing the window for preservation therapies.
