- Does taking BP medicine at night (vs morning) result in fewer cardiovascular events? [Journal Article]J Fam Pract. 2023 Nov; 72(9):E11-E13.JF
- PROBABLY NOT. In patients who have hypertension, the timing of administration of antihypertensive medications does not appear to impact cardiovascular outcomes (strength of recommendation: B; contradictory randomized controlled trials).
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- Preventing RSV in children and adults: A vaccine update. [Journal Article]
- In addition to 3 vaccines, there's also a new monoclonal antibody for prevention of respiratory syncytial virus. Learn how each can be used in infants and children, adults, and pregnant people.
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- Essential oils: How safe? How effective? [Journal Article]J Fam Pract. 2023 Nov; 72(9):374-381.JF
- Given the ubiquity of these plant-based oils, your patients might ask about using them. Here's the evidence on safety and efficacy to guide your response.
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- 51-year-old woman • History of Graves disease • General fatigue, palpitations, and hand tremors • Dx? [Case Reports]J Fam Pract. 2023 Nov; 72(9):E8-E10.JF
- ► history of Graves disease ► general fatigue, palpitations, and hand tremors.
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- Renewing the dream. [Editorial]J Fam Pract. 2023 Nov; 72(9):365-383.JF
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- 55-year-old woman • Myalgias and progressive symmetrical proximal weakness • History of unilateral renal agenesis, type 2 diabetes, and hyperlipidemia • Dx? [Case Reports]J Fam Pract. 2023 Nov; 72(9):386-388.JF
- ► myalgias and progressive symmetrical proximal weakness ► history of unilateral renal agenesis, type 2 diabetes, and hyperlipidemia.
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- Is low-molecular-weight heparin superior to aspirin for VTE prophylaxis? [Journal Article]J Fam Pract. 2023 Nov; 72(9):E14-E16.JF
- Aspirin demonstrated a significantly higher rate of postoperative venous thromboembolic events compared with enoxaparin in this noninferiority study.
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- An FP's guide to caring for patients with seizure and epilepsy. [Journal Article]J Fam Pract. 2023 Nov; 72(9):366-385.JF
- Optimizing your care requires that you distinguish between provoked and unprovoked seizures and focus on key elements of the patient's history.
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- Painless nodules on legs. [Journal Article]J Fam Pract. 2023 Nov; 72(9):391-393.JF
- The location of the nodules and the patient's history were important diagnostic clues. The punch biopsy confirmed our suspicions.
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- A new standard for treatment of torus fractures of the wrist? [Multicenter Study]J Fam Pract. 2023 Nov; 72(9):383-385.JF
- A large multicenter trial evaluated effects on pain and function for pediatric patients treated with a soft bandage vs rigid immobilization.
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- Does vaginal estrogen use increase the risk for adverse cardiovascular outcomes? [Meta-Analysis]J Fam Pract. 2023 Nov; 72(9):389-393.JF
- NO. In general, nonoral estrogen use for menopausal symptoms is associated with a lower cardiovascular (CV) risk profile than oral estrogen use (strength of recommendation [SOR], B; meta-analysis of cohort studies). Vaginal estrogen use is associated with lower risk for coronary heart disease (CHD) and similar risk for myocardial infarction (MI), stroke, and deep vein thrombosis/pulmonary embolis…
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- Getting PrEP to the patients who need it. [Journal Article]J Fam Pract. 2023 Nov; 72(9):E1-E7.JF
- A fraction of those eligible for PrEP to prevent HIV infection receive a prescription. Newer drug regimens and updated recommendations can help you reduce that gap.
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- Clinical Consult in NASH: Are Your Patients at Risk? Based on a Medscape Education Online Activity. [Journal Article]J Fam Pract. 2023 Nov; 72(9 Suppl):S3-S8.JF
- Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis, or NASH, is the most severe form of nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). If left untreated, NASH can develop into advanced liver disease, such as cirrhosis. Moreover, patients with NASH and cirrhosis are also at increased risk of developing hepatocellular carcinoma. Therefore, early detection and intervention are key components to prevent disease progression, pa…
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- Updates in the Management of Erosive Esophagitis. [Journal Article]
- Upon completion of this activity, participants will:Have increased knowledge regarding the Mechanistic differences between proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) and potassium-competitive acid blockers (PCABs) Evidence comparing PPIs with PCABs for the treatment of GERD and EE Have greater competence related to Selecting evidence-based treatments for EE.
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- 52-year-old man • intermittent fevers • recently received second dose of COVID-19 vaccine • tremors in all 4 extremities • Dx? [Case Reports]J Fam Pract. 2023 Oct; 72(8):345-347.JF
- ► intermittent fevers ► recently received second dose of COVID-19 vaccine ► tremors in all 4 extremities.
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