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Psychological, disparate effects of the pandemic detailed by recent research

Mental health problems were prevalent among U.S. adults in June, obesity is strongly associated with mortality from COVID-19, and an inactivated vaccine has shown promise in a phase 1/2 Chinese trial.

N95 masks and gowns available for purchase through ACP

ACP members can participate in a bulk purchase of N95 masks and gowns, but orders must be received by 3 p.m. ET on Monday, Aug. 24.

ACP, AAFP issue joint guideline on non-low back pain from musculoskeletal injuries in adults

The College and the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) recommend topical NSAIDs as first-line therapy for this type of pain and advise against the use of opioids.

MKSAP Quiz: 4-year history of headaches

A 39-year-old woman is evaluated for a 4-year history of headaches that typically occur twice weekly and last 8 to 12 hours when not treated early. The pain is bilateral, frontotemporal, vice-like, and aggravated by physical activity. Following a physical and neurological exam, what is the most likely diagnosis?

AHA encourages rapid diet assessment in primary care to combat diet-related diseases

For clinicians facing time constraints, several validated screener tools, whether administered in the office or through the EHR, can provide immediate actionable dietary feedback, according to a scientific statement from the American Heart Association (AHA).

Compression garments reduced risk of recurrent cellulitis in adults with chronic edema

A randomized trial, which was stopped early for efficacy, showed that compression therapy plus education on cellulitis prevention resulted in a lower incidence of recurrent cellulitis and cellulitis-related hospitalizations than education alone.

Put words in our mouth

ACP Internist Weekly wants readers to create captions for our new cartoon and help choose the winner. Pen the winning caption and win a $50 gift certificate good toward any ACP product, program, or service.