Search results for "Otolaryngology"
Nominees named for College Officer and Regent positions
The Governance Committee of the American College of Physicians places in nomination candidates for College governance.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2021/11/nominees-named-for-college-officer-and-regent-positions.htm
1 Nov 2021
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
Hear, hear for preventing cognitive decline
Because of the association between hearing loss and reduced cognition or dementia, physicians should intervene to treat this common condition of aging.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2023/04/hear-hear-for-preventing-cognitive-decline.htm
1 Apr 2023
Physical therapy may reduce fall risk in patients who report dizziness
A study of 805,454 U.S. adults suggested that physical therapy after presentation for dizziness was associated with a reduction in fall risk over the next year.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2023/09/19/4.htm
19 Sep 2023
Raising awareness about HPV-related cancers
The human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine can potentially prevent more than 90% of HPV-associated cancers. Generally given to teens, it can be offered to adults as well.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2023/10/raising-awareness-about-hpv-related-cancers.htm
1 Oct 2023
Sorting out vertigo
A shift in diagnostic approach for vertigo involves asking about the timing and triggers for episodes rather than a description of symptoms.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2024/01/sorting-out-vertigo.htm
1 Jan 2024