A Fever of Unknown Origin: When a Thorough History is an Afterthought
When a workup begins with lab tests a thorough history can be an afterthought. Before this patient had a blind liver biopsy, case author Dr Rodger MacArthur asked some simple questions.
COVID-19 Update: US Vaccinations, Booster Doses, & Global Data as of July 29, 2022
Data from the CDC on US vaccination and booster shot rates and from the Johns Hopkins COVID-19 interactive map on cases and deaths in the US and worldwide.
Obesity and the Musculoskeletal System: Age and Impact
Excess weight diminishes the development and function of the musculoskeletal system at any point in the lifespan. An obesity specialist highlights the dangers.
Monkeypox Quick Take: What do Americans Think, Believe, Fear?
A new survey of monkeypox outbreak perceptions among US adults offers primary care clinicians a quick take on what their patients may be thinking.
Seen in the ED: Cardiac Arrest
The patient is a man in his mid-60s seen in the ED for dyspnea and diaphoresis which began an hour ago and came on suddenly. He has no chest pain. Can you Dx?
COVID-19 Update: US Vaccinations, Booster Doses, & Global Data as of July 27, 2022
USPSTF Issues Recommendations on Lifestyle Change Counseling to Prevent CVD
The USPSTF guidance supports shared decision making with patients without CVD risk factors who may benefit from behavioral counseling on diet and physical activity.
Time-restricted Eating Could Improve Glucose Homeostasis, Other Metabolic Measures in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes
Food consumption confined to a 10-hour period for adults with T2D led to increased time in range and lowered nocturnal and fasting glucose.
COVID-19 Update: US Vaccinations, Booster Doses, & Global Data as of July 26, 2022
Data from the CDC on boosters and US vaccination rates and from the Johns Hopkins COVID-19 interactive map on cases and deaths in the US and worldwide.
Monkeypox Virus Questions & Answers for Family Physicians: Highlights from an AAFP Conversation
A public health expert sat down with the American Academy of Family Physicians to answer some common questions about the virus. Get the topline, here.
Efpeglenatide is Safe, Effective in Treatment-naïve Patients with Type 2 Diabetes: AMPLITUDE-M Findings
The GLP-1 RA given once weekly to T2D patients with hyperglycemia not controlled by diet and exercise lowered HbA1c to ≤6.5% in approximately half the study population.
Episode 17: Kidney Outcomes with Tirzepatide in Type 2 Diabetes
"Primary Viewpoints," a podcast from Patient Care Online, brings you an exclusive interview with Hiddo Heerspink, PhD, PharmD.
COVID-19 Updates: US Vaccinations, Booster Doses, & Global Data as of July 22, 2022
How 6 Physicians Handle Burnout Head On: Stories Worth Reading
There is no magic cure for the ills of burnout but these stories from 6 physicians highlight the many small ways health care professionals are helping themselves and each other.
Risks for Diabetes and CVD Spike in Early COVID-19 Infection, May Diminish Over 12 Months
Type 1 diabetes diagnoses increased by 81% during the 4-week acute phase of COVID-19 in UK patients and CVD diagnoses rose 6-fold, according to a large population-based study.
US Drug Overdose Deaths 2019-2020: 5 Findings on Striking Health Disparities
Drug overdose deaths increased approximately 30% between 2019 and 2020, likely driven by fentanyl and COVID-19 pandemic, according to new CDC report.
Early Rhythm Control May Not be as Effective in Adults with Newly Diagnosed Atrial Fibrillation
Early rhythm control reduced CV complications regardless of AF pattern but for patients with a first AF diagnosis, risks for hospitalization and ACS were higher after early rhythm therapy.
What Your Gen Z Patients Don't Know about Sun Protection
Survey: More than half of Gen Z respondents wish they had taken sun protection more seriously when they were younger. Find out where the information gaps are.
Strict Limits on Salt Intake May Increase Negative Outcomes in HFpEF
Patients with HFpEF who significantly restrict salt consumption have increased risk for cardiovascular and HF events and HF hospitalization, according to new research.
COVID-19 Updates: US Vaccinations, Booster Doses, & Global Data as of July 20, 2022