Imperial Center Family Medicine

JUNE 9, 2025

Read on for an overview of medications used to treat high blood pressure, along with lifestyle changes that can enhance the effectiveness of these medications. When your doctor diagnoses you with high blood pressure, they will likely recommend medications and lifestyle changes based on your risk of complications.

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Imperial Center Family Medicine

JUNE 9, 2025

Read on for an overview of medications used to treat high blood pressure, along with lifestyle changes that can enhance the effectiveness of these medications. When your doctor diagnoses you with high blood pressure, they will likely recommend medications and lifestyle changes based on your risk of complications.

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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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Medical Xpress

DECEMBER 28, 2022

Only 14% of cancers diagnosed in the United States are diagnosed after the patient had a recommended screening test, according to a report released Dec. 14 by NORC at the University of Chicago.

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Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Clinical measures include rate of diagnoses, medication changes, PHQ9. Outcome Measures: Site level measures include number of practices along with a sample of practices within each intervention category.

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Medical Xpress

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

A new screening instrument has the potential to more accurately identify fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD), reducing missed and erroneous diagnoses in affected children and facilitating treatment and support, a new study suggests.

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Physician's Weekly

JUNE 17, 2025

Postural sway velocity as a screening tool in diabetic peripheral neuropathy represents a potential early marker of balance impairment and fall risk. In one study that was not presented at the PNS annual meeting, the researchers aimed to assess whether evaluating balance and gait could serve as a viable screening tool of DPN.

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Doctor Rachel

MARCH 14, 2017

And I saw a 16-year old who had been out of school for a year due to a wicked combination of social anxiety, sensitivity to loud noise, and a variety of anxiety influenced medical issues: headaches, fibromyalgia, and irritable bowel syndrome. Reducing screen time, as best you can, at all ages of development, is key to reducing anxiety.

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Medical Xpress

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

A study of 11,945 people in six European countries has shown that people with type 2 diabetes who develop cancer are more likely to be diagnosed with advanced disease if the condition is one that is not screened for routinely.

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The Medical Futurist

JUNE 21, 2025

The 80-year-old Ray Flynn lost his central vision entirely, but with the help of the retinal implant, he could make out shapes on the computer screen. However, things are moving fast, and success doesn’t come easy for the pioneers of any medical field. The drug helped decrease the initial healing from 5 days.

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Medical Xpress

JANUARY 18, 2023

Newborn screening (NBS) for spinal muscular atrophy (SMA), when combined with early treatment, results in better movement ability in affected children, including the ability to walk, when compared to children who are diagnosed once symptoms develop, suggests a new study published in The Lancet Child & Adolescent Health journal.

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Hitchcock Family Medicine

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

They can provide essential medical care, help you coordinate ongoing treatments, and serve as important support throughout your life. Family care doctors are trained to provide various services, from physical examinations and screenings to immunizations and check-ups. A family care doctor can greatly assist your family.

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Medical Xpress

JANUARY 9, 2023

A new study led by the University of Toronto and its partner institutions has found that older adults—who account for more than 70% of cancer diagnoses—would benefit from undergoing a geriatric assessment screening before they start chemotherapy.

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East Cary Family Physicians

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

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. Medication: Some individuals with diabetes may require oral medications or insulin therapy to help manage their blood sugar levels. What is Diabetes?

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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

The majority of these patients (54%) agree that genetic testing for mental health medications (known as pharmacogenomic or PGx testing) could reduce these concerns. The majority of these patients (54%) agree that genetic testing for mental health medications (known as pharmacogenomic or PGx testing) could reduce these concerns.

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East Cary Family Physicians

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

This phenomenon often leads to delayed diagnoses and missed opportunities for early intervention. Screening: Regular screenings, such as a prostate-specific antigen (PSA) blood test and a digital rectal exam (DRE), can aid in early detection. Timely detection and medical intervention can markedly influence the outcome.

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Medical Xpress

JANUARY 19, 2023

Babies undergo a newborn screening test for inherited metabolic disorders within seven days of birth. Every year, one in every 1,000 newborns are diagnosed with inherited metabolic disorders.

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Physician's Weekly

JUNE 16, 2025

from Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, Tennessee, and colleagues estimated the incidence rates of AA across birth cohorts in the United States in a retrospective cohort study. Andreana N. Holowatyj, Ph.D.,

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Physician's Weekly

JUNE 16, 2025

“In addition, despite practice guidelines recommending post-anthracycline echocar­diograms in adults receiving more than 250 mg/m2 of doxorubicin, only a minority of providers report obtain­ing routine screening echocardiograms after comple­tion of anthracycline-based chemotherapy regimen with a cumulative dose of 300 mg/m2,” they added.

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East Cary Family Physicians

JANUARY 30, 2024

In this blog post, we’ll explore the importance of vision screenings, especially during Glaucoma Awareness Month, and how they play a crucial role in preserving your eyesight. Regular vision screenings are essential to catch glaucoma early, allowing for timely intervention and the preservation of vision.

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PEMBlog

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

When should the emergency physician obtain lab tests to medically clear such patients? Also, while evidence for lab evaluation based on history and exam findings was established for adults, children were considered to have a medical etiology (organic psychosis) until proven otherwise. Acute onset psychosis is relatively rare.

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Imperial Center Family Medicine

MAY 12, 2025

Following your physician’s treatment regimen, which may include medication and lifestyle adjustments, can help you regain control of your blood pressure management, regardless of your age. But for some people with high genetic risk or who have struggled to make impactful changes, medication may be necessary as an additional measure.

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Today's Hospitalist

MAY 9, 2025

But these early systems often struggled with complex medical terminology and the natural flow of conversation. For many of us, the emergence of medical scribes, both in-person and remote, provided a valuable solution, offloading documentation and allowing us to have more focused patient interactions. Dragon Medical One.

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AMMD

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

Now, roughly 9% of breast cancer diagnoses are in women under age 45 with this percentage continually rising(1). I also did a screening blood test to look for circulating tumor cells, which I will have an article on this soon! For this reason, medical experts classify DCIS as noninvasive. Instead, it tends to stay local (3).

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Medical Xpress

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

Because autism is diagnosed based on behavior, and there are not yet reliable biomarkers to detect the likelihood of autism, there is a need for standardized screening to identify children at high likelihood for autism and to refer them for diagnostic and intervention services at as young an age as possible.

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Vascular Physician

OCTOBER 10, 2022

To diagnose this condition, your physician may perform screening tests, such as an ankle-brachial index test (ABI). Finally, a medication called Cilostazol is occasionally prescribed to help with symptoms of cramping. An ABI less than 0.9 indicates that your legs and feet are not receiving as much blood flow as required.

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Medical Xpress

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

Patients treated in public hospitals and urban patients were more often diagnosed through opportunistic screenings. Recent findings from a study on prostate cancer in Ireland reveal diagnosis disparities, especially in urban areas and middle socioeconomic groups.

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Vascular Physician

JULY 11, 2021

How is Raynaud's Phenomenon diagnosed? Evaluation begins with three screening questions: Are your fingers or toes unusually sensitive to cold? Very few patients with Raynaud's should be offered drug treatment, because the side effects of the medications are more dangerous than the Raynaud's they are used to treat.

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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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GeriPal

JUNE 20, 2024

Accreditation In support of improving patient care, UCSF Office of CME is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

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FDA Law Blog

MAY 25, 2022

Javitt — On April 19, FDA issued a safety communication regarding genetic non-invasive prenatal screening, commonly referred to as non-invasive prenatal tests or NIPT ( here ). NIPT are intended to screen for genetic abnormalities in a fetus. This is – of course – not the intended use of these tests.

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Physician's Weekly

JUNE 13, 2025

Among patients who have never smoked—“never-smokers”—those with lung cancer (LC) are more likely to have been diagnosed with an inflammatory disease, according to a study published in Nature Communications. Most of the medical conditions we identified involved pulmonary or systemic inflammation,” wrote corresponding author Monica E.

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Mesa Family Physician

JUNE 24, 2025

Internal medicine is a medical specialty focused on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases in adults. They are well-equipped to manage chronic diseases, provide routine screenings, and guide preventive strategies. The answer is that they diagnose, treat, and manage medical (non-surgical) conditions in adult patients.

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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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Dr. Michael Bazel

MARCH 31, 2025

Men are more likely than women to smoke, work in hazardous environments, and avoid medical checkups, factors that increase their risk for lung conditions. Use prescribed bronchodilators or inhalers if diagnosed. Additionally, men are often diagnosed at later stages because they may ignore early symptoms.

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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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