Search results for "Depression"
Treatment preferences do not vary by cognitive function in older patients, study finds
A cross-sectional survey at two U.S. academic medical centers asked older outpatients with mild cognitive impairment and normal cognition as well as patient-designated surrogates about treatment preferences in six health scenarios.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2021/05/18/2.htm
18 May 2021
More tools available for treating IBS
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is not a new disorder, but physicians' understanding of its pathophysiology and treatment has greatly progressed over the years.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2023/01/more-tools-available-for-treating-ibs.htm
1 Jan 2023
Screen all teen, adult women for anxiety, new guideline says
According to a systematic review, brief screening instruments are effective for anxiety screening, but the optimal screening interval is uncertain.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2020/06/09/2.htm
9 Jun 2020
Calling attention to adult ADHD
Missing an adult diagnosis of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) means patients also miss out on effective, often life-changing treatment.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2023/04/calling-attention-to-adult-adhd.htm
1 Apr 2023
New research adds to data on symptoms after COVID-19, vaccines' effects
Several COVID-19 studies looked at persistent symptoms, while new vaccine research found limited antibody responses in some patients and advised on tests for clotting complications. Other studies quantified the target population for tocilizumab treatment and gender differences in infections.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2021/05/25/1.htm
25 May 2021
Is mastering coding worth the time?
While Medicare has added new codes to increase the reimbursement available to primary care practices, they can be difficult to implement and may not align with the integrated flow of a visit.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2022/10/is-mastering-coding-worth-the-time.htm
1 Oct 2022
USPSTF issues draft recommending screening for depression in all adults
Screening should be implemented with “adequate systems in place to ensure accurate diagnosis, effective treatment, and appropriate followup.”
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2015/08/04/2.htm
4 Aug 2015
AHA releases scientific statement on acute MI in women
Differences in clinical presentation affect the timely identification, testing, and management of ischemic symptoms, leading to misdiagnosis, delayed revascularization, and higher acute myocardial infarction mortality rates.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2016/02/02/2.htm
2 Feb 2016
Letters to the Editor
Readers respond about managing depression and obtaining prior authorization.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2016/07/letters.htm
1 Jul 2016
New research on Pfizer pill, mental disorders after COVID-19, vaccine reactions
A manufacturer-funded trial quantified the effectiveness of nirmatrelvir/ritonavir in outpatients. A retrospective study found veterans had more mental health diagnoses and received more antidepressants, benzodiazepines, and opioids after COVID-19, while two other studies looked at reactions to second and third doses of the vaccines.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2022/02/22/1.htm
22 Feb 2022