Chronic Condition Management

Early screening for cancer is critical and PCPs play a major role in educating patients about regular screenings.

How is life different across the pond? UK babies can expect to live longer than newborn Americans.

The cost-effectiveness of using AI-ECG is $27,858 per quality-adjusted life year, and it’s particularly cost-effective in outpatient settings.

The regulatory battle over compounded semaglutide and health effects on the heart are among latest developments involving GLP-1 RA drugs.

PCORI announces list of grants to support studies on patient-centered health care.

A study of more than 9,000 patients determined that text message reminders did not improve how regularly they refilled their medications after 12 months.

Study finds that primary care physicians have an opportunity to identify and possibly mitigate dementia long before symptoms become apparent

Primary care practices handle more than 90% of diabetes cases despite insufficient resources, training and support.

Study found multiple benefits for patients who stay hydrated

14 million Americans will have Alzheimer’s disease by 2060, and many cases of cognitive impairment go undetected by PCPs. Key points from a recent summit offer new insights into screening methods.

Will it take effect? Biden proposal would be finalized in Trump’s term, and his pick to lead HHS has spoken against antiobesity drugs.

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Commonwealth Fund examines underinsureds, now more than 20% of the people with health insurance around the country.

Most U.S. adults are in favor of mental health discussions during primary care visits, according to a recent survey.

The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force highlights key research gaps in their recommendations intended to promote public health for all.

Study finds sitting too long may undermine heart health, even with exercise

The US Preventative Services Task Force recently issued a draft recommendation statement on domestic violence and caregiver abuse screenings.

Clearing up misconceptions about neuro sympathetic reset and its role in managing chronic pain and emotional trauma.

Primary care professionals have a key role in helping patients achieve “Life’s Essential 8,” says new scientific statement.

The newly released “Guidance to the Guidelines” are an effort by expert groups to improve nationwide diagnosis and treatment of the condition.

‘We did not anticipate this magnitude of increase in mortality,’ expert researcher says.

New research has identified a possible predictor of cardiovascular health and a health disparity in socioeconomically disadvantaged first-time mothers.

‘We did not anticipate this magnitude of increase in mortality,’ expert researcher says.

A recently published commentary calls for traumatic brain injury to be classified alongside diabetes, asthma, depression and heart failure.

Researchers from the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia found racial and childhood opportunity-based disparities in treatment path for pediatric concussions.

The guideline offers new recommendations for the prescription of opioids for children and adolescents with symptoms of acute pain.

What doctors should know about using neurofeedback to overcome attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder and literacy barriers.

A new report determined the importance of communication in patients’ outcomes and emotional states.

Doctors offer insights on the how they and their patients are using GLP-1RA medicines.

The approach offers bilingual support, mailed outreach, and no-cost screening.