Primary Care
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β Alcohol-related increase in PVCs suggests more attention to ventricular arrhythmias
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We still don't know what's driving the trend, and numbers remain unacceptably high
University of Pittsburgh program won't be part of its medical school
Rates rose after USPSTF recommendation, but increase was uneven
While imperfect relative to human experts, system might still be clinically useful
Rates rose after USPSTF recommendation, but increase was uneven
While imperfect relative to human experts, system might still be clinically useful
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Observation of complete plaque regression with multimodal therapy may be a first
Is it "just" a hematoma or something more sinister?
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Knowing what to look for can mean the difference between life and death
Airflow deteriorated in one subset of patients when their mouths were kept closed
Medicare's decision to cover all PrEP drugs under Part B has unexpected benefit for enrollees
Link likely due to enzyme-inducing antiseizure medications
No benefit for brain fog or fatigue, but higher doses may have promise
This was especially evident during the pandemic, study shows
Jen Brull, MD, outlines her priorities for the coming year
Only limited value when costs are considered, study suggests
Bowel preparation protocols appeared protective in small study
Recommends a multimodal approach to treating acute pain, with use of opioids "when needed"
A majority of respondents were supportive of increasing education for providers, however
Integrated mental health specialists on care teams suggested as vital to program's impact
Injurious falls upped the risk of a new Alzheimer's or dementia diagnosis 1 year later
