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Cardiovascular risk management of patients with depression in Dutch general practices [Behavioral, psychosocial, and mental illness]

Annals of Family Medicine

This database contains data on, amongst other data, medication use, diagnosis, measurements taken and GP practice visits; data on the GP practice, such as size and location and data on insurance claims. We will present the results at the NAPCRG conference. Intervention/instrument: not applicable.

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New blood test enables the rapid diagnosis of thousands of rare genetic diseases

Medical Xpress

A new, rapid testing method will greatly help the diagnosis of rare diseases in babies and children, according to research presented to the annual conference of the European Society of Human Genetics.

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Episode 353: Rafael Medina Subspecialty Series – AMS “Treat before Diagnosis”

The Clinical Problem Solvers

[link] In this Clinical Reasoning Rafael Medina Subspecialty episode, Dr. Kuchal Agadi presents a case to Dr. John Woller and Dr. Areeb Masood of a 67 year-old male with altered mental status. If you would like to get involved as a case presenter or discussant (or nominate an attending/educator), fill out the form HERE.

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Ambulatory Behavioral Health Referral Patterns in the Setting of Chronic Medical Conditions [Behavioral, psychosocial, and mental illness]

Annals of Family Medicine

Context: Patients with chronic medical conditions (CCs) and behavioral comorbidities have lower quality of life and increased healthcare expenses. 8% (n= 1,146) were ordered for medical condition management. 88% (n= 11,483) of BH referrals were created for the management of a mental health condition.

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Is my Software a Medical Device? Use the Digital Health Policy Navigator

FDA Law Blog

By Philip Won & Véronique Li, Senior Medical Device Regulation Expert & Lisa M. Baumhardt, Senior Medical Device Regulation Expert — With the explosion of health‑related software, many software developers are generating products with functionality that is subject to regulation by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

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Better Care Models Needed for Young Adults With Obesity

Physician's Weekly

Authors of an abstract presented at the American Diabetes Association’s 85th Scientific Sessions called for a holistic, chronic treatment model to support children and young adults with obesity. Guidelines recommend treating obesity with medications and lifestyle changes.” In 2024, obesity medications were prescribed for 1.5%

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Why Identifying and Managing Giant Cell Arteritis as an Emergency Is Crucial

Physician's Weekly

Leonard Calabrese, DO, Paras Karmacharya, MD, MS, and Adam Kilian, MD, break down why giant cell arteritis (GCA) demands immediate action, explain how to confirm diagnosis quickly, and what same-day treatment options like upadacitinib (Rinvoq) mean for patient care. But treatment first, securing the diagnosis is secondary and often delayed.