Search results for "Sleep"
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
Latest updates on ACP's priorities, initiatives
ACP Spotlight offers readers a look at ACP's current top priorities and initiatives, as well as highlights from our e-newsletter, ACP Internist Weekly.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2023/06/latest-updates-on-acps-priorities-initiatives.htm
1 Jun 2023
A living guideline for depression treatment
ACP recommends choosing between a second-generation antidepressant or cognitive behavioral therapy for adults in the acute phase of moderate to severe major depressive disorder.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2023/06/a-living-guideline-for-depression-treatment.htm
1 Jun 2023
RSV vaccine approved; several actions on opioids
This column reviews recent recalls, alerts, and approvals.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2023/06/rsv-vaccine-approved-several-actions-on-opioids.htm
1 Jun 2023
MKSAP Quiz: Occasional premature heartbeats
A 72-year-old man is evaluated during a routine physical examination. He feels well and reports no exertional limitations. Following a physical exam, heart sounds are regular, with occasional premature beats associated with cannon a waves on neck examination. Following tests, what is the most appropriate management?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2023/05/30/3.htm
30 May 2023
CBT improved severe fatigue after COVID-19, Dutch trial finds
After randomization, patients with severe fatigue three to 12 months after COVID-19 infection benefited from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) compared to usual care.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2023/05/16/2.htm
16 May 2023
Multiple agents effective for excessive daytime sleepiness but may be discontinued due to side effects, review finds
A systematic review and meta-analysis of 14 trials found that solriamfetol, armodafinil-modafinil, and pitolisant were associated with reduced daytime sleepiness but also with headache, insomnia, and anxiety in patients with obstructive sleep apnea.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2023/05/09/1.htm
9 May 2023
Pinning down Parkinson's disease
The diagnosis requires constant questioning, as one expert at the 2022 International Congress on Parkinson's Disease and Movement Disorders explained.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2023/05/pinning-down-parkinsons-disease.htm
1 May 2023
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
Alcohol use, misuse recently on the rise
With routine use of a short screening tool, primary care physicians could more frequently flag emerging alcohol issues.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2023/03/alcohol-use-misuse-recently-on-the-rise.htm
1 Mar 2023