Preventive Care
From the Journals
LAAO tied to fewer post-fall bleeds than DOACs in AF
This is the first study to focus on LAAO specifically for those at risk for falling.
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The argument for grip strength as a vital sign
Among the health risks associated with low grip strength: type 2 diabetes, heart disease, cancer, dementia and Alzheimer’s disease, depression,...
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U.S. maternal mortality crisis grows, yet deaths seem preventable
It is estimated that 80% of maternal deaths in the United States are preventable.
Conference Coverage
Offering HPV vaccine at age 9 linked to greater series completion
Despite recommendations to bundle HPV vaccine administration with that of Tdap and meningococcal vaccines, offering it sooner increases the...
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Folic acid supplementation for birth defects reaffirmed
Primary care physicians play a key role in patient education and ensuring that all patients receive adequate folic acid.
From the Journals
Even one drink a day tied to increased BP in healthy adults
“There is still a widely held belief among people that drinking in moderation is good for you. It is becoming more and more clear that this is...
News from the FDA/CDC
FDA clears AI-assisted colonoscopy device
The device helps identify lesions in real time and is associated with a significant increase in the adenoma detection rate.
From the Journals
Fast-acting postpartum depression drug is effective
Approximately 17% of women are affected by postpartum depression during pregnancy or after birth.
Conference Coverage
Plant-based milks lack naturally occurring nutrients
“If a consumer thinks plant-based milks are a one-to-one substitution for dairy, many of them are not.”
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Daily aspirin for stroke prevention in healthy elderly should be avoided
Data from a large randomized trial suggest that aspirin increases bleeding risk and is ineffective for primary stroke prevention in the elderly....
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Short bursts of activity may cut cancer risk
Examples of such activity are vigorous housework, carrying heavy shopping bags around the grocery store, bursts of power walking, and playing high...