Search results for "Sleep"
Latest pandemic research looks at persistent symptoms of COVID-19, rise in alcohol deaths
More than half of patients with mild COVID-19 reported symptoms months later in one study, while another found psychiatric and neurologic consequences were similar in ICU survivors with and without COVID-19. Other research looked at the rise in alcohol-related deaths and the safety of vaccination during pregnancy.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2022/03/29/4.htm
29 Mar 2022
Task Force finds insufficient evidence on screening for afib
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force reviewed trials published since 2017 but did not deem them strong enough to show evidence of benefit or harm.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2022/02/01/3.htm
1 Feb 2022
New modalities may extend treatment for insomnia
While cognitive behavioral therapy has been proven effective for insomnia, and there are new delivery models to accommodate patients, comparative efficacy of online versus therapist-led treatment is uncertain.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2020/11/new-modalities-may-extend-treatment-for-insomnia.htm
1 Nov 2020
When is it sleep apnea?
This issue covers topics including sleep apnea, prescribing generics, and hypertension.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2015/03/editors.htm
1 Mar 2015
MKSAP Quiz: Discuss bariatric surgery
A 39-year-old woman comes to the office to discuss bariatric surgery. She has been unable to lose weight with diet and exercise, including supervised weight loss programs. Following a physical exam, what is the most appropriate treatment for this patient?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2022/02/15/3.htm
15 Feb 2022
Which decongestant when?
This month's expert discusses decongestant use and some of the myths and misperceptions around what is commonly available.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2023/06/which-decongestant-when.htm
1 Jun 2023
MKSAP Quiz: 2-year history of migraine
A 20-year-old man is evaluated for a 2-year history of migraine that began when he started college. Migraine episodes occur 6 to 12 days per month, with more frequent episodes associated with increased stress from difficult assignments or final examinations. All physical examination findings, including vital signs, are unremarkable. What is the most appropriate preventive measure?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2024/03/12/3.htm
12 Mar 2024
MKSAP Quiz: 2-month history of a burning sensation
A 45-year-old man is evaluated for a 2-month history of a burning sensation starting in his stomach and radiating into his chest, usually occurring 4 to 5 times weekly. He says that he usually eats dinner late and then goes to sleep. He often wakes up with a sour taste in his mouth. Following a physical exam, which is the most appropriate next step in management?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2020/04/21/3.htm
21 Apr 2020
ACP's Performance Measurement Committee review has led to changes in quality measures
Of 30 quality measures that the committee found invalid in an assessment of the 2017 Merit-Based Incentive Payment System (MIPS), 12 are either already removed or scheduled for removal.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2020/10/27/5.htm
27 Oct 2020
Prescription, OTC drugs compared for insomnia
A systematic review and meta-analysis found that eszopiclone and lemborexant were effective, but eszopiclone might cause substantial adverse events and safety data on lemborexant were inconclusive.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2022/07/26/1.htm
26 Jul 2022