Family Medicine

A new study of 55 million insured young adults in the US found that major depression, type 2 diabetes, and other conditions are becoming more prevalent among them.

As providers, we do not want to scare parents into worrying about every cough or fever. Not every illness is sepsis.

Investigators from the University of Washington found that sedentary behavior is becoming more common among Americans in 15-year study.

Medical Economics report finds just 22% of physicians reported a rise in compensation during 2018.

Investigators found that a plant-based diet was associated with a 41% reduction in heart failure risk, while a “southern” diet heavy in fried food, added fats, and eggs was associated with a 72% increase in risk.

Patients who suffer from pollen allergies are likely to face more severe symptoms and longer allergy seasons as a result of global warming.

In the years following alterations made to Obamacare, the rate of uninsured patients visiting the emergency department dropped significantly.

For expectant parents who smoke, quitting before pregnancy or as early as possible during pregnancy was associated with a reduced risk of preterm birth.

Study finds that first-year internal medicine residents spend just a fraction of their time in direct patient care.

Investigators found a possible association between public disclosure of payments and decreased trust in physicians and in the medical profession.

Additionally, guideline adherence in antibiotic prescribing was lower for telemedicine visits than in primary care or urgent care settings.

Investigators found that mindfulness yoga group can be an effective treatment option for patients with PD to manage both stress and symptoms.

An extended-release, subcutaneous injection form of buprenorphine (Sublocade) demonstrated long-term efficacy and safety results.

Study finds that EHRs with enhanced usability can lead to reduction in cognitive workload and increases in performance among physicians.

Investigators found the rate of severe bleeding among ibuprofen patients was almost twice as high as patients taking acetaminophen.

Endometrial ablation with the Cerene Device does not require general anesthesia and can be performed in a gynecologist’s office.

How has technology changed the way orthopedic specialists practice and what is driving advances such as minimally invasive spine surgery?

A new cohort shows that though most physicians stay in medicine after receiving multiple paid malpractice claims, they often end up working in a more isolated setting.

A fourth phase 3 study of investigational drug SPN-812 demonstrated a significant decrease in ADHD-RS-5 scores compared to placebo.

Aimmune announced AR101 phase 3 trial reached its primary efficacy endpoint, intent to submit marketing authorization application.

Flu tracking estimates that don’t consider behavioral differences between different demographic groups will tend to underestimate the spread of the flu, a new study reports.

How can emergency department doctors best be prepared to identify and treat seizures in the ER?

University of Colorado study finds choline can help prevent fetal brain development problems in expecting mothers who experience illness.

Pain management protocols for women undergoing C-sections, that include a non-opioid option such as EXPAREL, can help improve pain management and reduce the need for opioids.

The National Cancer Institute director will assume temporary leadership after Scott Gottlieb, MD, departs next month.