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A Comprehensive Guide to CT-Angiogram of the Heart-Part 1

Rao Doctor

This imaging method plays a significant role in the proactive management of heart health, as it allows for early detection of cardiovascular diseases, ultimately aiding in timely treatment and improved patient outcomes. It also offers improved speed and accuracy, making it a preferred choice for many healthcare providers.

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Demystifying Diabetes

East Cary Family Physicians

Insights from East Cary Family Physicians In this blog, we’re diving into one of the most prevalent health conditions worldwide: diabetes. With millions of individuals affected by this metabolic disorder, it’s crucial to understand its causes, symptoms, management, and prevention strategies.

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Episode 53 – Clinical unknown Dr. Paul Sax – Cough & Rash

The Clinical Problem Solvers

He is Editor-in-Chief of Open Forum Infectious Diseases , is Section Editor of HIV/AIDS in UpToDate , on the Editorial Board of NEJM Journal Watch Infectious Diseases (where he writes the HIV and ID Observations blog), and on the editorial advisory board of Medscape HIV/AIDS. Rash Radiology

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Episode 54 – Clinical unknown w/ Dr. Paul Sax – Fever and Headache

The Clinical Problem Solvers

He is Editor-in-Chief of Open Forum Infectious Diseases , is Section Editor of HIV/AIDS in UpToDate , on the Editorial Board of NEJM Journal Watch Infectious Diseases (where he writes the HIV and ID Observations blog), and on the editorial advisory board of Medscape HIV/AIDS.

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The Importance of Diabetic Retina Exams: Safeguarding Vision in the Face of Diabetes

Family Physicians of Greeley

The eyes are particularly vulnerable to the effects of diabetes, and routine exams play a pivotal role in preventing and managing diabetic retinopathy, a serious eye condition that can lead to vision impairment or even blindness. These changes can result in vision loss if not detected and managed promptly.

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Overtreatment of prostate cancer in the active surveillance era

Common Sense Family Doctor

Active surveillance is a management strategy that is intended to limit overtreatment of localized prostate cancer by monitoring patients with periodic PSA measurements and prostate biopsies to delay or avoid curative therapy (radical prostatectomy or radiation therapy) and its adverse effects.

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Key Facts GPs Should Know About GLP-1 Analogs

Family Medicine Initiative

The only more specific guideline I could find on semaglutide for weight loss is from NICE in the UK (September 2023).

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