Search results for "Mental health"
Impaired cognition, a long-lasting consequence of the ICU
Impaired cognition after an ICU visit is common, often existing alongside physical debility and mental and emotional problems.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2020/04/impaired-cognition-a-long-lasting-consequence-of-the-icu.htm
1 Apr 2020
USPSTF issues draft recommending screening for depression in all adults
Screening should be implemented with “adequate systems in place to ensure accurate diagnosis, effective treatment, and appropriate followup.”
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2015/08/04/2.htm
4 Aug 2015
Screening for PTSD after life-threatening medical events
Internists are in position to screen for and spot signs of post-traumatic stress disorder following life-threatening medical events such as heart attack and stroke. Yet this is not always part of usual care.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2015/11/ptsd.htm
1 Nov 2015
Adapting primary care to include transgender patients
The best way to treat transgender individuals in the ambulatory care setting involves coordination headed by culturally competent primary care.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2017/11/adapting-primary-care-to-include-transgender-patients.htm
1 Nov 2017
Pinpointing primary hyperparathyroidism
With targeted testing, especially in those who present with kidney stones and bone density issues, internists can help patients with this disorder get appropriate care.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2022/04/pinpointing-primary-hyperparathyroidism.htm
1 Apr 2022
ACP, others issue call to action on firearms injuries, deaths
Policy recommendations from the American College of Physicians and other physician and public health groups include comprehensive criminal background checks for all firearm purchases.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2019/08/13/1.htm
13 Aug 2019
Championing well-being amid COVID-19
Throughout the pandemic's constant challenges, ACP members have taken care of each other by creating supportive spaces, working together, telling stories, and even climbing mountains.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2022/03/championing-well-being-amid-covid-19.htm
1 Mar 2022
Matched, sorted: Tips to transition from student to resident
A few pearls can smooth the way when transitioning from medical school to residency.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2020/04/matched-sorted-tips-to-transition-from-student-to-resident.htm
1 Apr 2020
Addressing unexpected loss during medical residency
Following the death of a trainee, one training director developed a framework to help others cope, including gathering resources, breaking the news, talking with the deceased's family, and handling memorial services, among other topics.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2019/03/addressing-unexpected-loss-during-medical-residency.htm
1 Mar 2019
Latest COVID-19 articles focus on test accuracy, racial issues
Recent research offered differing estimates of the risk of false negatives in testing for SARS-CoV-2, and physicians urged action against racism and racial disparities.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2020/06/16/1.htm
16 Jun 2020