Acupuncture and Sciatica: Impact on Pain and Function in Middle-Aged Adults
The efficacy of acupuncture treatment for chronic pain is still widely debated. A new study evaluated its effect on one of the most treatment resistant forms of low back pain.
Atogepant Improves QoL, Function in Adults with Chronic, Episodic, Treatment-Resistant Migraine
An analysis of patient reported outcome measures from 3 pivotal phase 3 RCTs of atogepant 60 mg demonstrates efficacy across functional domains as well as for migraine prevention.
Pivotal Obesity Trials in 2024: A Conversation with Donna Ryan, MD
Donna Ryan, MD, discusses the most significant clinical trials published this year in the field of obesity medicine.
10 More Can't Miss Doctor Gifts Worth Giving...or Having
An MDF stethoscope with leopard print tubing? A digital highlighter/scanner that translates and talks back? Check out these and 8 more uncommon gifts for health care professionals.
Online UTI Myths Found Common, Dangerous: Daily Dose
Your daily dose of the clinical news you may have missed.
New COVID-19 Vaccination Guidance for Older Adults & High-Risk Groups: A Conversation with NFID Medical Director Robert Hopkins, Jr, MD
Guidance from the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices on best practices for COVID-19 vaccination continues to evolve, Hopkins explained.
FDA Accepts GSK’s Submission for Use of Mepolizumab in COPD
The Prescription Drug User Fee Act date is set for May 7, 2025.
More than Half of US Adults Eligible for Semaglutide: Daily Dose
Americans Rate US Health Care at All-Time Low: A Gallup Survey Snapshot
Americans' rating of the quality of health care available in the US has hit its lowest in 24 years, according to a new Gallup survey; here's what they think.
NFID Medical Director Highlights ACIP Rationale for Lowering Age for Pneumococcal Vaccination
Under risk-based guidelines, less than 30% of eligible adults are vaccinated against pneumococcal disease, said Robert Hopkins, Jr, MD. More details, here.
Influenza Antiviral Treatment Underutilized Among Vulnerable Youth: Daily Dose
Fremanezumab Safe and Effective for Prevention of Episodic Migraine in Children: Phase 3 Data Announced
The CGRP inhibitor fremanezumab reduced both monthly migraine and monthly headache days among children aged 6 to 17 years with a favorable safety profile.
Exercise of Any Level Cuts Mortality Risk in People with Dementia: Daily Dose
Tirzepatide Bests Semaglutide for Weight Loss by 47% in Head-to-Head Trial
"Twincretin" tirzepatide-treated participants in SURMOUNT-5 lost a mean 50 lbs vs an average loss of 33 lbs for those treated with semaglutide.
Macrobid Allergy? Seen in the ED
A woman in her mid-50s arrives at the ED for suspected anaphylaxis; SOB has not responded to epinephrine and steroids. Does the CT scan suggest a Dx?
Investigational Drug Reduces Lp(a) in High-Risk Adults: Daily Dose
Pearls for Primary Care: How to Talk About Agitation in Alzheimer Disease with Caregivers
A geriatric psychiatrist talks about the importance of asking caregivers about behavior in order to understand and treat agitation in Alzheimer dementia.
Antiobesity Medications May Help Lower Alcohol Use, New Study Suggests
In a study of adults enrolled in a telehealth weight management program, 45% decreased their alcohol use after taking antiobesity medication.
NDA Submission for Anaphylm (Epinephrine) Sublingual Film on Track for Q1 2025, Company Says
Aquestive Therapeutics announced positive feedback from the FDA this week that keeps NDA planning for the novel epinephrine product on solid ground.
10 Can't Miss Doctor Gifts Worth Giving in 2024
Holiday health care gift-giving season is here and we've done some window shopping for our primary care readers. Take a breath and scroll through our top 10 suggestions for 2024.
