Screening

A recent systematic review analyzed the use of Brief Geriatric Assessments (BGAs) as a tool for screening older adults in primary care settings.

Physical inactivity is a major risk factor for several chronic health conditions and should set off red flags during primary care visits.

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

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

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.

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

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

New research from the American Association of Nurse Practitioners affirms the current problems of the U.S. health care system, as well as some improvements from 2023.

How physicians can help close the awareness gap and support families to screen for type 1 diabetes