Search results for "healthy"
Produce prescriptions associated with improved social, medical outcomes
A diverse set of programs providing financial incentives for adults and children to consume produce led to improvements in food insecurity, self-reported health status, and glycemic and blood pressure control, according to a recent study.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2023/09/05/2.htm
5 Sep 2023
Busting COVID-19 vaccination myths
Misinformation and disinformation campaigns have contributed to the death toll of the COVID-19 pandemic. Internists can effectively counter this and encourage vaccinations.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2021/11/busting-covid-19-vaccination-myths.htm
1 Nov 2021
Cardiology societies update guideline on management of chronic coronary disease
The guideline from the American Heart Association and the American College of Cardiology emphasizes coordinating care between cardiovascular and primary care professionals and prioritizing symptom relief and quality of life, among other recommendations.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2023/08/01/2.htm
1 Aug 2023
Evaluating alcohol use in ‘Dry January’
With the pandemic's effects on drinking as a backdrop, public health initiatives like “Dry January” may be enticing to patients who want to pause their drinking and examine their habits.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2022/01/evaluating-alcohol-use-in-dry-january.htm
1 Jan 2022
New ACP paper calls for policies to improve environmental health for all
The College's latest position paper broadens recommended policy actions on the climate crisis to include a wider array of environmental exposures that impact human health.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2022/10/25/4.htm
25 Oct 2022
Watching weight for women
This month's issue addresses weight gain in women, celiac disease, and mRNA COVID-19 vaccines and myocarditis.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2023/02/watching-weight-for-women.htm
1 Feb 2023
Cystatin C-based equation performs well for estimating GFR
The European Kidney Function Consortium cystatin C equation, which does not include race- or sex-specific factors, was more accurate than other common equations for predicting glomerular filtration rate (GFR), an international study found.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2023/01/31/2.htm
31 Jan 2023
MKSAP Quiz: Evaluation for fatigue of 3 months' duration
A 36-year-old woman is evaluated for fatigue of 3 months' duration and dyspnea on exertion of 1 month's duration. She is 1 month postpartum. She takes no medications. Following a physical examination and lab studies, what is the most appropriate management?
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2023/10/mksap-quiz-evaluation-for-fatigue-of-3-months-duration.htm
1 Oct 2023
Exercise interventions associated with improved mobility, physical function in older adults
A randomized controlled trial found that a multicomponent exercise intervention in physically frail patients with sarcopenia improved mobility, while a meta-analysis found power training improved strength more than traditional strength training in healthy older adults.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2022/05/17/1.htm
17 May 2022
Why medicine should be a laughing matter
Laughter offers health benefits and can be creatively incorporated into clinical practice.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2022/05/why-medicine-should-be-a-laughing-matter.htm
1 May 2022