In the News
Physicians self-report overuse of ovarian cancer screening while recommended cancer screening remains underused
Many physicians report screening low- and medium-risk women for ovarian cancer despite evidence-based guidelines recommending against routine screening, a new study found.
ACIP expands indications for Tdap, HPV, hepatitis B vaccinations
The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) released its sixth annual review of the recommended Adult Immunization Schedule last week.
MKSAP Quiz: management of diabetes mellitus
This week's quiz asks readers about management of diabetes mellitus in a 78-year-old woman who resides in a nursing home.
ACP: Best practice for diabetes is diet, then metformin, then any second drug
New diabetes guidelines from the American College of Physicians recommend prescribing a drug when lifestyle changes don't lower hyperglycemia. Specifically, start with metformin first and then add any second oral agent.
Different blood pressure in each arm may be associated with increased risk for vascular disease
Patients who have significant differences in systolic blood pressure between their right and left arms may be at increased risk of vascular disease, a new study found.
Contraceptive pills recalled
Twenty-eight lots of oral contraceptives have been recalled by manufacturer Pfizer because some blister packs may contain an inexact count of inert or active-ingredient tablets and the tablets may be out of sequence.
The February issue is online and coming to your mailbox
February's issue of ACP Internist looks at clinical and practice management issues.
ACP Job Placement Center calls for job seekers' profiles
Physicians looking for a new job may submit a job seeker's profile to the ACP Job Placement Center, a service available at Internal Medicine 2012, to be held April 19-21 in New Orleans.
Are your claims being affected by version 5010?
There have been reports of physician practices having issues with submitting claims related to the transition to version 5010.
ACP Annual Business Meeting to be held
All members are encouraged to attend ACP's Annual Business Meeting to be held during Internal Medicine 2012. Current College Officers will retire from office and incoming Officers, new Regents and Governors-Elect will be introduced.
Chapter awardees for 2011-2012
Chapters honor Members, Fellows, and Masters of ACP who have demonstrated by their example and conduct an abiding commitment to excellence in medical care, education, research, or service to their community, their chapter, and ACP.
Vote for your favorite entry
ACP InternistWeekly's cartoon caption contest continues. Readers can vote for their favorite caption to determine the winner.