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More options available for psoriatic arthritis
Internists are the first doctors patients see for joint pain, which means they can make a big difference in preventing the progression of joint diseases such as psoriatic arthritis.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2019/04/more-options-available-for-psoriatic-arthritis.htm
1 Apr 2019
Ventilators, pacemakers recalled; rehab device approved
This column reviews details on recent recalls, alerts, and approvals.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2021/10/ventilators-pacemakers-recalled-rehab-device-approved.htm
1 Oct 2021
Guideline offers recommendations to prevent acute COPD exacerbations
An evidence-based guideline from the American College of Chest Physicians and Canadian Thoracic Society offers recommendations on preventing exacerbations in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2015/04/14/2.htm
14 Apr 2015
Internists can help with alcohol misuse
New legislation in the Affordable Care Act (ACA) mandates that insurance plans cover alcohol treatment as an essential health care benefit, prompting internists to integrate care for alcohol use disorders into their practices.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2015/10/alcohol.htm
1 Oct 2015
Physicians pushing back on burnout
This issue covers such topics as making systemic changes to fight physician burnout, planning for end-of-life care, and addressing e-cigarettes with patients.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2016/11/editors.htm
1 Nov 2016
Pharmacy chain announces it will no longer sell tobacco products
CVS Caremark announced last week that it would begin to phase out sales of tobacco products in its stores.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2014/02/11/5.htm
11 Feb 2014
Reconciling conflicting diabetes guidance
ACP and other professional medical societies disagree on a proper target for the long-term benefits of glucose control.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2018/06/reconciling-conflicting-diabetes-guidance.htm
1 Jun 2018
Who needs a screening pelvic exam anyway?
Incongruous reviews, recommendations, and guidelines about the necessity of an annual pelvic screening have led internists to have discussions with female patients about their preferences.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2017/09/who-needs-a-screening-pelvic-exam-anyway.htm
1 Sep 2017
Bupropion combined with weight-focused counseling helps women quit
Don't use Rotarix vaccine, FDA warnsHigh dose of simvastatin poses muscle injury risk
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2010/03/30/6.htm
30 Mar 2010
AHA scientific statement targets atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease
The American Heart Association recently issued a statement on secondary prevention of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD) in the elderly.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2013/11/05/6.htm
5 Nov 2013