Austin Littrell is assistant editor of Medical Economics.
Why 80% of workplace violence goes unreported
Andrea Greco, SVP of healthcare safety at CENTEGIX, talks about barriers to reporting incidents of workplace violence.
Nurse practitioners are key to accessible primary care
New research highlights the role of NPs in serving disadvantaged communities.
Diabetes control declines among U.S. adults after years of stability
A research letter published in JAMA noted that young adults saw the largest drop in glycemic control from 2021-2023.
Situational awareness for practice staff
Andrea Greco, SVP of healthcare safety at CENTEGIX, discusses the importance of situational awareness for incident responders in medical practices.
Establishing a culture of safety and well-being in your practice
Andrea Greco, SVP of Healthcare Safety at CENTEGIX, offers actionable advice to foster a culture of safety and well-being in medical practices.
Reducing osteoporosis-related fractures in women; 4D brain map to detect MS; physical activity to cut dementia risk – Morning Medical Update
The top news stories in medicine today.
An unsafe practice means worse patient care
Andrea Greco, SVP of Healthcare Safety at CENTEGIX, explains how workplace violence impacts patient care.
1 in 6 U.S. physicians have contemplated suicide, Medscape report finds
After two years of decline, physician suicidal thoughts are on the rise, signaling a troubling reversal, says the Medscape Physicians and Suicide Report 2025.
Prescriptions for ivermectin, hydroxychloroquine skyrocketed during the COVID-19 pandemic
UCLA research highlights the widespread use of non-evidence-based treatments during the COVID-19 pandemic, raising concerns about the role of misinformation and health care spending.
The Obesity Society commends FDA for ending obesity drug shortages; social media influencers spread misleading info regarding medical tests; this drug may prevent migraines in adolescents – Morning Medical Update
Physicians warn that AI will undermine judgment, increase prior authorization denials
AMA survey shows growing physician concerns over automated insurance denials.
FDA clears Tandem Diabetes Care’s Control-IQ+ for type 2 diabetes
New automated insulin delivery system expands access to advanced diabetes technology.
AI can track brain aging, risk of cognitive decline; lab owner convicted in $4M Medicare fraud; immune cells may explain higher Parkinson’s risk in men – Morning Medical Update
Performance-based reimbursement linked to increased burden, lower perceived quality of care
Annals of Family Medicine study shows negative impact of PBR on primary care physicians.
Patients with diabetes achieve ‘same positive results’ from PCPs and telehealth as they would from specialists
Study finds that patients see the same results from advanced insulin delivery technology from primary care, telehealth training as they would from in-person specialists.
Public vastly overestimates primary care spending, study finds
U.S. general public overestimated primary care funding by 10 times.
Maternal mental health key to heart health; 1 night of sleep deprivation alters immune system, inflammation risk; added sugar in U.S. infant formula – Morning Medical Update
Clinical AI platform to be trained on 30 years of NEJM archives
OpenEvidence secures a $1B valuation, and access to decades of NEJM content, multimedia.
FDA approves first adaptive deep brain stimulation system for Parkinson’s
Real-time neuromodulation offers more precise treatment for Parkinson’s patients.
CDC’s vaccine committee meeting postponed; physician-patient common language reduces cardiovascular risks; AHA, Walgreens expanding CPR education – Morning Medical Update
FDA layoffs spark industry, lawmaker backlash over risks to patient safety
AdvaMed, Senate Democrats warn of regulatory slowdowns and public health threats following mass layoffs at the FDA.
Online reviews reveal double standard for female physicians
Patients are more likely to critique the interpersonal manner and technical competence of female PCPs and surgeons in online reviews.
Health benefits of fruit, coffee, chocolate and wine; executives charged in $161M ACA enrollment fraud; AI can identify immune diseases from blood samples – Morning Medical Update
AAFP calls on Congress to protect tax benefits for family physicians
In a statement to the House Ways and Means Committee, the AAFP pushes for incentives to sustain independent practices and expand rural care.
8 challenges unique to women physicians
In 2024, more women graduated from medical school than men — but they still face several disadvantages compared to men.
Proposed bill would allow AI to write prescriptions; workout supplements linked to muscle dysmorphia in youth; early-onset breast cancer rates rising, varying by location – Morning Medical Update
Study calls for standardized goals of care notes in EHRs
Researchers find that structured, accessible GOC documentation enhances decision-making and patient care across health care settings.
New AMA report highlights physician optimism about AI in health care
The "AMA Augmented Intelligence Research" demonstrates a surge in AI use and enthusiasm among physicians — though concerns remain.
A ‘dramatic increase’ in sports betting, gambling addiction; $29M to settle false claims act violations; insufficient postpartum screening for hypertension, diabetes – Morning Medical Update
Patients trust online reviews, but they don’t leave them
A survey by rater8 reveals that online searches and reviews now rival word-of-mouth in health care decisions.