Preventive Care
News
Evidence insufficient on omega-3 fatty acids for major depression in adults
Key clinical point: Patients should know that more evidence is needed to determine whether omega-3 fatty acids are an effective treatment for...
News
Raloxifene ineffective for treating AD patients
Treatment with raloxifene does not significantly improve cognitive function in women with Alzheimer’s disease, results of a U.S. study suggest.
Conference Coverage
Guidelines: Follow low-risk benign thyroid nodules conservatively
Commentary
Commentary: Red meat and cancer risk – what your patients should know
The WHO’s classification of processed meat as a carcinogen and red meat as a probable carcinogen could help motivate patients to make healthier...
News
Off-label prescriptions frequently cause adverse events
Off-label prescribing of drugs is common and very likely to cause adverse events, particularly when no strong scientific evidence supports the off...
Conference Coverage
ITC: Levothyroxine may improve obstetric outcomes in women with low thyroid function
Normalizing maternal thyroid function early in pregnancy may improve obstetric outcomes for women with subclinical hypothyroidism.
News
Provider hesitancy hamstrings HPV vaccine uptake
Inconsistent recommendation of the HPV vaccine and discomfort discussing the HPV vaccine are common among primary care providers, likely...
News
ACIP recommends changes to 2016 adult immunization schedule
The CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices unanimously approved a series of changes to the 2016 adult immunization schedule, including...
News
American Cancer Society recommends annual mammography starting at age 45
For the first time, the ACS guidelines address when to stop mammography, recommending a halt to routine screening for women with a life expectancy...
Conference Coverage
ESC: LV response to exercise differs in women
Cardiac adaptation to exercise differs by gender, a finding that may help in identifying female athletes with occult cardiomyopathy.
Conference Coverage
Peramivir effective against most flu viruses circulating globally
Key clinical point: Peramivir is potently effective against seasonal influenza viruses circulating globally. Major finding: During the 2013-2014...