Tue.Feb 18, 2025

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Extended duration of use of long-acting reversible contraceptives: Systematic review

Canadian Family Physician

Objective To document the efficacy and safety of etonogestrel subdermal contraceptive implants, levonorgestrel (LNG) intrauterine systems (IUS), and copper (Cu) intrauterine devices (IUDs) for birth control when extended beyond prescription limits. Data sources A systematic search of MEDLINE, Embase, and Global Health electronic databases. Study selection The search identified articles published between January 2000 and June 2023 on long-acting reversible contraceptive (LARC) methods and extende

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Resources for Family Physicians: Navigating Policy Changes

Minnesota Academy of Family Physicians

We’ve been hearing from family physicians across Minnesota about the rapid pace of recent federal policy changes and concerns about their impact on patient care and the communities we serve. As a member-driven, member-led organization, the Minnesota Academy of Family Physicians remains steadfast in our mission to support Minnesota’s 3,100+ family physicians, resident physicians and medical students in providing high-quality, comprehensive and continuous medical care for patients of all ages.

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All-terrain vehicle injuries in children and adolescents

Canadian Family Physician

Question I know that all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) are commonly used for recreational purposes, and that recently an adolescent was injured while driving one. What are the dangers of ATV use among adolescents, and what are some preventative measures to recommend to families in my clinic to reduce ATV-related injuries in children? Answer There is a disproportionately high rate of ATV accidents in children compared with adults, and the safety of ATVs has become a public health concern in recent year

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What to Expect When you are Expecting…a Government Shutdown

FDA Law Blog

By Richard A. Lewis, , Principal Regulatory Device and Biologics Expert The FDA is currently funded through March 1st, 2025. Come Monday March 3rd, if Congress does not pass a budget or continuing resolution, the FDA will enter a shutdown and shutter many offices and programs while Congress works out their inter-party squabbles on national priorities.

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Foreskin care: Hygiene, importance of counselling, and management of common complications

Canadian Family Physician

Objective To highlight the escalating need for enhanced education on foreskin care among patients and health care providers, particularly as neonatal circumcision rates decline. Sources of information This review is based on findings from a MEDLINE database search of the literature on care of the penile foreskin, foreskin complications, and their management.

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DEA Pharmacy Decision Highlights Agency’s Thinking on Expert Credibility and Testimony, as well as Red Flag Resolution

FDA Law Blog

By Andrew J. Hull A recent DEA decision revoking the registration of a Louisiana pharmacy sheds light on the Agencys approach to crediting one experts testimony over that of another expert during an administrative hearing. The discussion of the Agencys expectations of the form and substance of expert witness testimony is a must-read for entities or individuals facing a DEA order to show cause hearing.

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As sports betting has soared, more people search online for help with gambling addiction

NPR Health

A study shows more people are looking for help to manage gambling addiction, in the years after a Supreme Court decision allowed online sports betting in 38 states. (Image credit: Aaron M.

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Greater attention to men's health could bridge life expectancy gap, researchers say

NPR Health

Life expectancy for men lags five years behind life expectancy for women in the U.S. Some researchers and doctors say greater attention to men's health could bridge the gap.

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No Patient Left Behind – A MyRisk Provider Story

Myriad Genetics

Dr. Robert Seiler uses the MyRisk ® Hereditary Cancer Test because of a personal experience that has become his professional true north. Dr. Seiler lost his dear friend Bonnie to breast cancer and has vowed to take every stop possible to ensure “there would never be a Bonnie in my practice. That no patient would die because I did not do the screening.

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A pediatrician warns of 'long lasting' consequences of RFK Jr. leading HHS

NPR Health

Ratner predicts the appointment of Kennedy, a vaccine skeptic, will impact vaccine availability and hesitancy: "It is much easier to scare people than to un-scare them," he says.

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Flu Season 2024-2025: CDC Reports Worst Outbreak in Years

Physicians News Digest

By Brad Broker The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a concerning report on the current flu season, describing it as the worst in years. Health officials are urging the public to take preventive measures as hospitals nationwide grapple with a surge in influenza cases. According to the CDC , the onset of the 2024-2025 flu season has been marked by an unusually high number of cases.

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Trump wants to lower the cost of IVF. New executive order seeks ideas to do that

NPR Health

President Trump campaigned on lowering the cost of IVF, after a controversial ruling made the treatment stop in Alabama for a short time (Image credit: Sebastian Kaulitzki)

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