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Asthma management: How the guidelines compare
This quick guide details the similarities and differences between recommendations from the National Asthma Education and Prevention Program and...
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Make room for continuous glucose monitoring in type 2 diabetes management
Here’s how the various devices can be used to reach an individualized target of glycemic control and what reimbursement to expect from insurers....
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Lung cancer screening: New evidence, updated guidance
Emerging evidence supports lower thresholds for age and smoking history when screening for lung cancer. Here’s how the USPSTF and others have...
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COVID-19 vaccine insights: The news beyond the headlines
Here is key intelligence on the recommended primary series, boosters, breakthrough infection, adverse events, special population vaccination,...
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Would your patient benefit from a monoclonal antibody?
These unique agents may be the answer when other treatments fail or are intolerable for patients with asthma, atopic dermatitis, hyperlipidemia,...
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Maximizing lifestyle changes to manage type 2 diabetes
Four dietary plans can reduce A1C levels but may differ in long-term outcomes. Intensive lifestyle interventions may even make remission possible...
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COVID-19 therapy: What works? What doesn’t? And what’s on the horizon?
Here is the latest evidence on the efficacy and safety of treatments that are FDA approved or authorized, in clinical trials, or not recommended...
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An FP’s guide to exercise counseling for older adults
At what intensity and frequency should older patients exercise? This review offers guidance and resources to help you get your patients moving.
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COPD inhaler therapy: A path to success
Keys to therapeutic success include choosing the right device and drug regimen, providing rigorous patient education, and reducing environmental...
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A judicious approach to ordering lab tests
Following these guidelines to order fewer tests can improve health care quality and patient experience, while reducing wasteful costs.
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How to overcome hesitancy for COVID-19 and other vaccines
These evidence-based strategies (and list of do’s and don’ts) can help you to increase the likelihood of vaccine uptake in hesitant patients.