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Low-dose aspirin associated with 20% increase in risk of anemia among older adults
Analysis of a randomized trial of aspirin in healthy older patients found significantly increased risk of anemia, faster decline in hemoglobin concentrations, and greater decline in ferritin levels with aspirin versus placebo.
Oseltamivir didn't reduce hospitalization risk from influenza, did have adverse effects
A systematic review and meta-analysis of 15 randomized clinical trials found that oseltamivir was not associated with reduced risk of hospitalization compared with placebo and that nausea and vomiting were more common with the drug.
MKSAP Quiz: Left heel pain of 6 weeks' duration
A 36-year-old woman is evaluated for left heel pain of 6 weeks' duration. She is training for a half-marathon. Following a physical exam and radiograph, what is the most appropriate management?
Frailer heart failure patients less likely to receive guideline-recommended therapy
A prospective analysis of patients with heart failure and reduced ejection fraction in Japan found that the proportion receiving angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors/angiotensin receptor blockers, beta-blockers, and mineralocorticoid receptor antagonists decreased as physical frailty increased.
New “Ask Your Internal Medicine Physician” video available on YouTube
A new episode addresses several frequently asked questions, including when to test for COVID-19 and who should receive COVID-19 treatment.
ACP Governance Committee seeks Regent nominees for 2024
Regent nominees must be either an FACP or MACP and must declare their intent by Aug. 1.
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ACP Internist Weekly's cartoon caption contest continues. Readers can vote for their favorite caption to determine the winner.