Preventive Care
- Changing US trends in contraceptive choices
The history and the pros and cons of depot medroxyprogesterone acetate and long-acting reversible contraceptives are examined.
Another influenza season in the shadow of the COVID-19 pandemicFlu season is upon us at the ominous milestone of more than 722,000 US deaths from COVID-19.
- DXA and clinical challenges of fracture risk assessment in primary care
Overdependence on dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry, especially for patient populations the test was not designed for, may lead to poor clinical decisions.
- Should my older adult patients take aspirin for primary prevention of cardiovascular disease?
For patients age 70 and older, recent evidence shows that the harms outweigh the benefits.
- Elevated hCG can be a benign finding in perimenopausal and postmenopausal women
A search for the source of the elevation in perimenopausal and postmenopausal women who are not pregnant and have no disease or tumor may delay patient care.
- We have a greater understanding of ‘cardiac syndrome X,’ but questions remain
A better understanding of angina due to ischemia and no obstructive coronary artery disease has led to recognition of coronary microvascular dysfunction in many of these patients.
- Ketogenic diets in the management of type 1 diabetes: Safe or safety concern?
A review of the potential risks and benefits for managing type 1 diabetes based on available evidence.
- Risk-based guidelines: Redefining management of abnormal cervical cancer screening results
A shift from results-based to risk-based management, based on the patient’s immediate and 5-year risks of grade 3 or higher cervical intraepithelial neoplasia.
- How do you effectively evaluate the elderly for alcohol use disorder?
A brief review of clues to an underrecognized and underdiagnosed problem with physical as well as emotional and social consequences.
- Antiobesity drug therapy: An individualized and comprehensive approach
As part of a comprehensive plan, these drugs can provide lasting obesity control and additional health benefits, including decreased cardiovascular risk.