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Pain-Related Medication in Adults with Intellectual Disability: a systematic review [Pain management]

Annals of Family Medicine

Objective: To synthesize literature on pain-related medication in adults with ID and examine how it relates to MLTCs and polypharmacy and explore the views of adults with ID, caregivers and healthcare providers on pain medication use. There was over-prescribing of antipsychotic medication without an associated diagnosis.

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Understanding Barriers to Congenital Syphilis Prevention and Care Through Provider and Patient Perspectives [Infectious diseases (not respiratory tract)]

Annals of Family Medicine

Objective This study explores barriers to CS prevention and care by investigating perspectives from prenatal healthcare providers and mothers of diagnosed infants. Study Design and Analysis Interviews were conducted with prenatal healthcare providers and mothers in Chicago, IL.

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The Healthcare Vision of ChatGPT-4o and Multimodal LLMs

The Medical Futurist

Large language models will soon find their way in to everyday clinical settings , simply because the global shortage of healthcare personnel is becoming dire and AI will lend a hand with tasks that do not require skilled medical professionals. Current medical AIs only process one type of data, for example, text or X-ray images.

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

Rao Doctor

It also offers improved speed and accuracy, making it a preferred choice for many healthcare providers. One of the primary applications of this imaging technique is the diagnosis of coronary artery disease (CAD). This is particularly beneficial in pediatric cases where early diagnosis is crucial. How is CT-Angiogram Performed?

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Experts Redefine Obesity With New Diagnostic & Treatment Framework

Physician's Weekly

The specific aim of the Commission was to establish objective criteria for disease diagnosis, aiding clinical decision making and prioritization of therapeutic interventions and public health strategies,” wrote W. The group comprised 58 experts across several specialties and countries, including people with lived experience of obesity.

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A Guide to Allergy Testing

Mesa Family Physician

Always consult a healthcare professional for accurate diagnosis and treatment options that suit your lifestyle. Whether you’re exploring options through your provider or considering an at-home kit, understanding the process is the first step.

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RSV: Recognizing RSV Symptoms in Adults

Doctor On Demand

RSV Diagnosis Using Telehealth Adults can easily get an online diagnosis for RSV using telehealth services which allow a diagnosis from the comfort of your home. Based on this information, the doctor can provide a diagnosis, recommend treatment options, and even prescribe medications if necessary.