Myriad Genetics

APRIL 15, 2024

Typically, the way to diagnose 22q prenatally is through chorionic villus sampling or an amniocentesis. Less invasive options like prenatal cell-free DNA (cfDNA) screens can also be used to help identify the microdeletion. Thus, the value of using cfDNA screens for 22q has been marginal. Such is the case with the 22q11.2

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Hitchcock Family Medicine

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

A family care doctor can greatly assist your family. Understanding why having a family care doctor is important for all ages and the benefits they provide is crucial. Understanding why having a family care doctor is important for all ages and the benefits they provide is crucial.

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GeriPal

JULY 19, 2024

Summary Transcript Summary The US Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) concluded back in 2000 that there is insufficient evidence to recommend for or against routine screening for dementia in older adults. If so, how do we screen and who do we screen? What should we use to screen individuals? Cognitive screening.

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Doctor Rachel

MARCH 14, 2017

I am a family practice doc who sees teens and 20-somethings daily in my practice. The lack of religious and social community, the loss of family farms, and the increasing isolation of our nuclear families create environments which are less friendly to the happiness and relaxation of teens and adults alike. In the U.S.,

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Myriad Genetics

APRIL 26, 2024

Healthcare providers recommend annual breast screening with mammography beginning at age 40 for average risk women. For women with dense breasts, additional screening methods such as ultrasound or MRI may be recommended together with mammography to improve cancer detection rates.

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East Cary Family Physicians

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

This phenomenon often leads to delayed diagnoses and missed opportunities for early intervention. At East Cary Family Physicians , we believe that awareness is the first step in managing your health effectively. Family History: A family history of prostate cancer can significantly increase your risk.

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Common Sense Family Doctor

DECEMBER 14, 2024

Concerns about overdiagnosis of clinically insignificant prostate cancer through prostate specific antigen (PSA) screening motivated the 2018 American Academy of Family Physicians’ (AAFP) recommendation against routine screening for prostate cancer. Explaining the AAFP’s position, Drs.

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Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Clinical measures include rate of diagnoses, medication changes, PHQ9. Intervention/Instrument: Aloft Collaborative Care Model (CoCM). Outcome Measures: Site level measures include number of practices along with a sample of practices within each intervention category.

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Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Researchers have sought to develop culturally sensitive approaches in IPC to meet behavioral and socioeconomic needs of racially and ethnically marginalized populations, who are overrepresented in behavioral health diagnoses and underrepresented in services in the US. However, which approaches are optimal remains unknown.

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East Cary Family Physicians

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Insights from East Cary Family Physicians In this blog, we’re diving into one of the most prevalent health conditions worldwide: diabetes. Whether you’re newly diagnosed, caring for someone with diabetes, or seeking to enhance your knowledge, this guide aims to provide valuable insights and practical tips.

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Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

While echocardiography is the gold standard to diagnose LVSD, its limited accessibility in primary care poses challenges. Population Studied: Breast cancer survivors diagnosed with stage I-III breast cancer who had been disease-free for at least 5 years. Patients were treated with chemo- and/or radiotherapy. and a specificity of 66.6%

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East Cary Family Physicians

JANUARY 30, 2024

As we embark on Glaucoma Awareness Month, East Cary Family Physicians is unwavering in our commitment to highlight the pivotal role of vision health, with a special emphasis on the early detection of glaucoma. Regular vision screenings are essential to catch glaucoma early, allowing for timely intervention and the preservation of vision.

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Hitchcock Family Medicine

AUGUST 5, 2022

Preventive Care Primary doctors can offer preventive care to their patients, which typically includes check-ups and screenings to prevent them from contracting illnesses. Disease Diagnosis If a patient visits a hospital with specific symptoms, a primary care doctor diagnoses what they're suffering from.

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Myriad Genetics

MAY 20, 2025

Among those diagnosed with depression and/or anxiety, 62% of patients whose healthcare provider did not use PGx testing wish they had been informed about it. “I Roberts was struggling with her mental health after a string of painful life events, including her mother’s passing and other family members’ chronic health issues. “My

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East Cary Family Physicians

OCTOBER 20, 2023

At East Cary Family Physicians, we believe that knowledge is power. In this blog, we’ll explore the importance of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, focusing on early detection, prevention, and the vital role of regular screenings in women’s healthcare. Most breast cancers are diagnosed in women over the age of 50.

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Physician's Weekly

JUNE 16, 2025

The study included 4,858 persons aged 20 years or older when diagnosed with pathologically confirmed primary AA (nonmucinous, mucinous, goblet cell, or signet ring cell carcinoma) from 1975 to 2019. Holowatyj, Ph.D., Twenty-one overlapping birth cohorts were created using five-year age groups and time periods (1891-1899 to 1991-1999).

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Imperial Center Family Medicine

JUNE 9, 2025

When your doctor diagnoses you with high blood pressure, they will likely recommend medications and lifestyle changes based on your risk of complications. Work closely with your healthcare providers at Imperial Center Family Medicine to develop a treatment plan just for you.

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Imperial Center Family Medicine

JUNE 9, 2025

When your doctor diagnoses you with high blood pressure, they will likely recommend medications and lifestyle changes based on your risk of complications. Work closely with your healthcare providers at Imperial Center Family Medicine to develop a treatment plan just for you.

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Imperial Center Family Medicine

MAY 12, 2025

You Can Stop Taking Medication If Your Numbers Improve Being diagnosed with hypertension means a lifetime of managing this condition through some combination of medication and lifestyle adjustments. Imperial Center Family Medicine is here to help support your heart health with personalized blood pressure management guidance.

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BMJ

NOVEMBER 26, 2021

doi: 10.1136/fmch-2021-001139 Prediabetes, a health condition with blood sugar levels higher than normal but not yet high enough to be diagnosed as type 2 diabetes, increases the risk of developing type 2 diabetes and heart disease. Did doctors’ advice facilitate people’s practice of lifestyle change?

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Vascular Physician

JULY 11, 2021

Raynaud phenomenon is more common in young women and in those with a family history. How is Raynaud's Phenomenon diagnosed? Evaluation begins with three screening questions: Are your fingers or toes unusually sensitive to cold? Vasoconstriction of the digits can also occur due to emotional stress.

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PEMBlog

MAY 1, 2025

Counsel families and caregiversincluding pregnant household contactson the risks, exposures, and infection control considerations related to Parvovirus B19. It is a non-enveloped, single-stranded DNA virus in the Parvoviridae family. Sometimes I share it with patients and families. So how do we diagnose Parvovirus B19?

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Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Context Colorectal cancer (CRC) is a leading cause of cancer death in the US but is highly preventable with screening. 30% of eligible adults do not receive CRC screening, and disparities exist among those with multiple chronic conditions (MCC, having more than one diagnosed chronic health condition that require ongoing medical care).

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Mesa Family Physician

JUNE 24, 2025

While many patients are familiar with terms like “family doctor” or “primary care,” the field of internal medicine often raises questions: What exactly does an internist do? Internist vs Family Doctor: What’s the Difference? A common comparison is between an internist and a family doctor (or general practitioner).

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Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Cervical cancer screening rates among middle to older age Latinas (>45yrs) - roughly 6.5 Cancer Screening: Challenges with making appointments and getting PAP Smears due to time, employment, transportation, and lack of established primary care provider. Only a few received stage 1 diagnoses. million people in the U.S.

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Mesa Family Physician

MARCH 6, 2025

Unlike appointments that address specific illnesses or injuries, preventive care visits focus on screening for potential health issues, assessing your overall wellness, and helping you establish healthy habits before problems develop. Evidence-based screening tests based on current medical guidelines, your age, and risk factors.

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Edge Family Medicine

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Preventive screenings are essential medical tests that help detect diseases before symptoms arise, leading to more effective treatment and reduced healthcare costs. At Edge Family Medicine, we prioritize early detection to give our patients the best chance at a healthy life. Why Choose Edge Family Medicine for Preventive Screenings?

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Edge Family Medicine

APRIL 10, 2025

At Edge Family Medicine , we believe that one of the most powerful tools in healthcare isn’t technology — it’s trust. At Edge Family Medicine , we prioritize relationship-based care that supports your wellness every step of the way. From lab work to screenings, consistent care means catching problems before they escalate.

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Myriad Genetics

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

November is Family Health History Month, an observance dedicated to sharing crucial health information within families and encouraging individuals to take proactive steps in their healthcare. Understanding your family’s health history, particularly with hereditary conditions like cancer, can be lifesaving.

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Imperial Center Family Medicine

APRIL 7, 2025

This plaque buildup is known as atherosclerosis, which can cause cardiac disease, stroke, and other severe conditions – making early cholesterol screening essential. Routine cholesterol screenings help assess your risk for cardiovascular disease so you and your healthcare provider can better understand your overall heart health.

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Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Nearly half (44%) screened positive for financial insecurity. Most had overweight or obesity (29% and 34%, respectively), and 15% had a child diagnosed with overweight or obesity by a doctor. Most were female (63%), white (75%), non-Hispanic (91%), married (74%), and completed a bachelor’s degree or higher (55%).

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Myriad Genetics

MARCH 19, 2024

A study by the American Cancer Society and published in CA: A Cancer Journal for Clinicians found that half of all new colorectal cancer diagnoses are in people 66 and younger. Another key issue is family history. was diagnosed with stage IV colorectal cancer when he was just 27 years old. Singleton’s story In 2015, J.J.

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Myriad Genetics

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Storm was first diagnosed with ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS) in January 2024 and underwent a lumpectomy shortly after. I learned a lot this past year about cancer since getting diagnosed with breast cancer less than a year ago,” said Storm in a recent episode of the Living Ageless podcast. She is also a breast cancer survivor.

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Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Context: The US Preventive Services Taskforce (USPSTF) recommends one-time Hepatitis C screening for all adults and routine periodic screening for higher-risk individuals and treatments are available that can cure more than 95% of people with Hepatitis C. Dataset(s): Ohio Integrated Behavioral Health Dashboard. vs. 28.5%). vs. 14.1%).

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Myriad Genetics

APRIL 23, 2024

Each year in the United States, about 240,000 cases of breast cancer are diagnosed in women and about 2,100 in men,” according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website. You can’t change some factors, such as getting older or your family history,” according to the CDC. About 42,000 women and 500 men in the U.S.

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Noreta Family Medicine

APRIL 17, 2024

What is the meaning of Family Medicine? As the name suggests, a family physician can take care of your entire family – from the day of your birth (even before!) I love family medicine because as family physicians, we can be trained to provide care for patients in many different settings. What is primary care?

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Myriad Genetics

APRIL 10, 2024

Dr. Brodsky inquired about her family, and she told him that both sides of her family had an extensive history of ovarian cancer and breast cancer. “I When the bloating didn’t subside, she got further testing and was diagnosed with ovarian cancer. She was wondering if she should be tested for this “BRCA gene.”

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