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Read the Latest Issue of Colorado FP

Colorado Academy of Family Physicians

We’re pleased to share the redesigned and revitalized Colorado FP magazine with you. This issue includes a conversation with Colorado physician and AAFP President, Dr. Jen Brull, a reflection on volunteering for CAFP’s Doctor of the Day program from Dr. Aaron Block, and a preview of the 2025 Legislative Session. Find the full issue here.

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Federal health agencies told to halt all external communications

NPR Health

In a memo obtained by NPR, acting health secretary Dorothy Fink forbade staff from public communications on most matters until Feb. 1, unless they get express approval from 'a presidential appointee.' (Image credit: Sarah L.

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Handwashing Awareness

Southwest Family Physicians

According to the CDC, handwashing can reduce the risk of getting sick by up to 40%. It is also one of the most cost-effective ways to prevent the spread of illness. According to Healthcare Highways, handwashing can help prevent the spread of germs and illness in several ways. First, it removes germs from your hands. Second, it helps break down the fatty outer layer of germs, making them more susceptible to being killed by soap and water.

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RFK Jr. plans to keep a financial stake in lawsuits against the drugmaker Merck

NPR Health

RFK Jr. plans to keep collecting referral fees in lawsuits against the drug company Merck even if confirmed as HHS secretary, according to new filings with the Office of Government Ethics.

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Recognizing RSV Symptoms in Kids

Doctor On Demand

Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) is a common respiratory infection that can affect individuals of all ages, but it is particularly prevalent in young children and older adults. Understanding the symptoms of RSV is crucial, especially as they are similar to those of COVID-19 , the common cold, or the flu. Let’s explore the distinctive signs of RSV in children , highlight the similarities with other respiratory illnesses, and emphasize the importance of seeking professional medical advice.

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Episode 374: WDx #34: It’s Not a Meritocracy

The Clinical Problem Solvers

Description: Kaylin, Sharmin, and Cheryl are joined by Dr. Arghavan Salles. They discuss career transitions/pivots, challenging workplace experiences, social/digital media use, and thoughts on allyship and gender biases/stereotype threat as self-identified angry women. Bio: Dr. Salles is a minimally invasive and bariatric surgeon. She completed medical school and residency in general surgery at Stanford prior to completing her fellowship in minimally invasive surgery at Washington University in

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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Southwest Family Physicians

What Is Breast Cancer? Breast cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the breast. Many different types of breast cancer can affect both women and men. Early Detection According to the American Cancer Society, when breast cancer is detected early, and is in the localized stage, the 5-year relative survival rate is 99%.

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Summer Heat Safety Tips

Southwest Family Physicians

Summer Heat Safety Tips As the temperature rises, be sure to follow these heat safety tips to keep yourself and your family safe throughout the summer months. Never leave people or pets in a closed car on a warm day. If air conditioning is unavailable in your home, go to a cooling center. Wear loose, lightweight, light-colored clothing. If you’re outside, find shade.

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What life is like in cancer survivorship

NPR Health

Cancer is increasingly survivable, but younger people are getting the disease at higher rates, then facing myriad challenges with life afterward.

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SIUU-SIUU-Sudio: FDA Finalizes Guidance on SIUU and Distribution of Off Label Information

FDA Law Blog

By Jeffrey N. Wasserstein & Dara Katcher Levy Who among us, upon reading FDAs draft guidance on the distribution of off label information and their coining of the acronym SIUU (standing for Scientific Information on Unapproved Uses ) did not automatically think of Phil Collins classic song Sussudio ? (Other than anyone under 50, that is. In any event, you whippersnappers should look up the album No Jacket Required its a classic.

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What to know about protecting your cat from bird flu

NPR Health

A few cats have died from bird flu after eating raw food. And some raw pet food products have been recalled. Here's what to know about the risks to your fur babies, and how to keep them safe.

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Can food policy changes make America healthy again?

Common Sense Family Doctor

Shortly after Donald Trump because the only politician since Grover Cleveland to be re-elected to a non-consecutive second Presidential term, I discussed why Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.'s conspiracy-fueled positions on childhood vaccines and fluoridated drinking water make him unqualified to be the next Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS). Now that the newly inaugurated President has withdrawn the U.S. from the World Health Organization , presumably paving the way for RFK Jr., if confirmed a

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Assessing Trump's claim that U.S. pays 'unfair' share of dues to WHO

NPR Health

While signing the order to end U.S. membership in the World Health Organization, the President spoke of the disparity between contributions from the U.S. and China. Here's how WHO funding works.

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Trump administration tells federal health agencies to pause external communications

NPR Health

NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with Washington Post reporter Dan Diamond about the Trump Administration's directive to Department of Health and Human Services agencies to pause all external communications.

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