April 23rd 2025
Dementia costs will soar to $781 billion by 2025, driven by unpaid caregiving and lost income, highlighting the emotional toll on families.
April 18th 2025
Businesses challenge authority to require health insurance coverage for free screenings for cancer, other ills.
April 14th 2025
A new study shows a sharp drop in early diagnoses after major disasters — and a rebound in late-stage cases.
March 25th 2025
People who requested genetic tests were customers, not patients, so legal protection may be limited.
March 21st 2025
Because early detection is key, here is what clinicians should know about advanced strategies and emerging treatments to optimize patient outcomes in bladder cancer management.
14 tips to guide patients through a cancer diagnosis
The important role of primary care doctors after your patient is diagnosed with cancer.
Imagine a world without preventive care
Primary care must lead the way in elevating dementia to the same priority level as cardiovascular disease, cancer and diabetes
Lack of cancer-gene screening in primary care is ‘an opportunity lost’
Researchers compare patient engagement strategies to improve genetic testing uptake in primary care practices.
AI-powered mammography screening shows promise in new study
South Korean researchers find that AI-assisted mammography interpretation significantly improves breast cancer detection rates without increasing recall rates
7 ways to discuss cancer screening with your patients
Primary care physicians have a chance to save lives through early detection of cancer.
USPSTF adds two members, seeks nominees for national board
U.S. Preventive Services Task Force taking nominations through mid-March for national panel of health care advisers.
FDA clears first direct-to-consumer celiac disease genetic test
Targeted Genomics’ new at-home GlutenID test provides consumers direct access to their inherited risk profile.
AI-powered diabetic retinopathy screening shows promising results
Autonomous solution doesn’t require dilation in vast majority of cases
If cancer risks increase for younger generations, family physicians’ duty is clear
Primary care, oncology can use team approach to improve prevention and screening efforts.
50 million Americans lack access to a gastroenterologist
Just one-third of U.S. counties have gastroenterologists, leaving millions without sufficient digestive care.
An ounce of prevention: How primary care physicians can help patients avoid cancer
Screenings are also crucial, but prior authorization requirements create a barrier to care.
This AI-powered stethoscope can detect pulmonary hypertension
A new study highlights the potential of AI for early detection of PH.
Cancer screenings and prevention: How primary care physicians are saving lives
A family medicine specialist who works with cancer survivorship explains a study that shows how vital screenings are for patients.
Missing family history: Physicians unprepared to care for adult adoptees
New study highlights gaps in education on preventive screening, genetic testing and mental health support for adoptees with limited family history.
Could AI perform a patient's physical exam?
A Mass General Brigham study suggests that LLMs could be used to aid clinicians during physical exams.
How functional fitness plans enhance preventive care of aging adults
One in four Americans experience functional decline by age 65, making fall risk management crucial for primary care practices.
USPSTF recommends osteoporosis screening for women aged 65 and older
Evidence is uncertain about effectiveness of screening in men.
The first line of defense: How primary care doctors can guide patients through a cancer diagnosis
Practical strategies for delivering life-changing news with empathy and expertise.
Best diets of 2025 – how and what to eat for a healthy year
It’s not too late to make a new year’s resolution to eat better. Here’s some good advice on eating for patients and physicians.
The implementation of brief geriatric assessments into primary care settings
A recent systematic review analyzed the use of Brief Geriatric Assessments (BGAs) as a tool for screening older adults in primary care settings.
Screening patients for physical inactivity can decrease risk of chronic illness, study says
Physical inactivity is a major risk factor for several chronic health conditions and should set off red flags during primary care visits.
Cancer screenings: The vital role of the primary care physician
Early screening for cancer is critical and PCPs play a major role in educating patients about regular screenings.
AI-enhanced heart failure screening: Is it worth it?
The cost-effectiveness of using AI-ECG is $27,858 per quality-adjusted life year, and it’s particularly cost-effective in outpatient settings.
Removing barriers to screening for cognitive impairment in primary care 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.
USPSTF releases the 14th Annual Report to Congress on High-Priority Evidence Gaps for Clinical Preventive Services
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force highlights key research gaps in their recommendations intended to promote public health for all.
New lung cancer screening initiative looks to increase access to care
The approach offers bilingual support, mailed outreach, and no-cost screening.
Lack of patient health screenings – findings from the American Association of Nurse Practitioners
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.
The cost of not knowing about type 1 diabetes
How physicians can help close the awareness gap and support families to screen for type 1 diabetes