In the News
Inhaled bronchodilators may not improve respiratory symptoms in tobacco-smoking patients with preserved lung function
A randomized controlled trial in patients with at least a 10 pack-year smoking history and respiratory symptoms but normal spirometry results found no difference in symptoms over 12 weeks between those who received indacaterol plus glycopyrrolate twice daily or placebo.
Frequency of COVID-19 rebound debated in research, ACP/Annals forum
Two letters reported on SARS-CoV-2 viral rebound among patients taking nirmatrelvir-ritonavir. The latest ACP and Annals of Internal Medicine forum brought experts together to discuss this and other clinical challenges in COVID-19 prevention and management on Wednesday, Sept. 7.
MKSAP Quiz: Genetic consult for breast cancer risk
A 29-year-old woman requests advice after receipt of a direct-to-consumer genetic test result that included BRCA gene analysis. She has no breast symptoms and has not undergone any previous breast cancer screening. Following a physical exam and other findings, what is the most appropriate management?
Most incidental adrenal tumors are nonfunctioning, regardless of patient age, study finds
A Chinese study of a healthy community population found adrenal tumors in 1.6% of men and 1.2% of women. Prevalence increased with age from 0.2% in adults ages 18 to 25 years to 3.2% in adults older than age 65 years.
ACP supports National Physician Suicide Awareness Day on Sept. 17
In a collaborative effort with ACP and other medical organizations, the Council of Residency Directors in Emergency Medicine calls on individuals, residency programs, health care organizations, and national groups to help spread awareness about the issue of physician suicide.
ACP Councils call for nominations
The College's Councils of Early Career Physicians, Resident/Fellow Members, and Student Members are currently seeking candidates to fill vacant seats for 2023-2024. Nominations are due Nov. 1.
Vote for your favorite entry
ACP Internist Weekly's cartoon caption contest continues. Readers can vote for their favorite caption to determine the winner.