Top 10 Diets for 2022: US News & World Report Rankings
US News and World Report released its annual “Best Diets” rankings for 2022. Out of 40 of the most popular diets ranked by health experts, these 10 came out on top.
COVID-19 Home Test Cost Must be Covered by Insurance Companies, Group Health Plans
Up to 8 home tests per individual per month will be covered up-front by payers without a physician's prescription and not subject to any cost-sharing requirements.
Dementia, Falls Screening in Older Adults Increased in Primary Care with Clinician Education, EHR Enhancement
Screening of older adults for falls and cognitive impairment should be routine in primary care; a recent study highlights an intervention that could help.
Seen in the ED: Generalized Weakness
Persistent generalized weakness and decreased oral intake bring a man in his early 60s with hx of thyroid cancer to the ED. Do ECG and labs suggest a diagnosis?
7 COVID-19 Home Test Kits Ranked by Usability
Seven at-home COVID-19 rapid tests, all available online or at retail, are ranked for dexterity required, instruction legibility, and other features you may need to parse for your patients.
COVID-19 Vaccine Booster Shots: Questions Patients May Ask, Answers to Help Physicians Prepare
“Do booster shots use the same ingredients as existing vaccines?” is just 1 question you may be asked as patients get a booster shot. Prepare yourself with these updated CDC answers.
COVID-19 Updates: US Vaccinations, Booster Doses, & Global Data as of January 11, 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.
Non-COVID-19 Vaccines Could Help Reduce the Burden of Pandemic, Suggests New Research
New research suggests heterologous vaccine interventions with low efficacy can significantly reduce COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations, and deaths.
COVID At-home Antigen Tests: Usability Rated as Poor for Some
The largest US non-profit patient safety organization evaluated 7 COVID-19 rapid tests and found serious deficiencies in usability; none were rated "excellent."
US Flu Activity for the Week Ended 1/1/2022
Click through top flu indicators tracked by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention weekly US influenza surveillance report.
Shingles Vaccine Recap: A Shingrix Primer for Primary Care
Herpes zoster vaccination rates in the US have ticked up only minimally since FDA approval of Shingrix. Brush up on the basics of the vaccine and pass it on to your patients.
COVID-19 Updates: US Vaccinations, Booster Doses, & Global Data as of January 10, 2022
CDC: Suicidal Thoughts, Behaviors in US Adults Vary by Sociodemographic and Geographic Factors
Suicidal thoughts and behaviors among US adults arise due to several factors, including geography, socioeconomic status, and race and ethnicity, according to new CDC report.
COVID-19 Updates: US Vaccinations, Booster Doses, & Global Data as of January 7, 2022
Digital Health, Remote Monitoring Technology Showcased at 2022 Consumer Electronics Show
Digital health products and advanced remote monitoring applications received more attention than ever at CES, driven by rapid evolution in the space during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Atopic Disease, Particularly Asthma, Linked to Decreased Risk of COVID-19 Infection in UK Adults
Adults with atopic disease and asthma had a 38% decreased risk of COVID-19 infection, according to a new UK study.
The Obesity Drug Pipeline: 10 Questions on Rx Development
Take this quick quiz to test your knowledge of recent advances most likely to have an impact on weight management in your practice.
COVID-19 Updates: US Vaccinations, Booster Doses, & Global Data as of January 6, 2022
Certain Cardiovascular Conditions, Risks May be Worse for Cognition in Middle-aged Women
A Mayo Clinic study found certain cardiovascular conditions and risk factors are more strongly associated with cognitive decline in middle-aged women than men.
Platelet-rich Plasma Injections for Osteoarthritis: How Effective Are They?
Platelet-rich plasma, in theory, seems like a logical and potentially beneficial treatment for osteoarthritis. Our pain expert reviews 2 recent studies that are telling.