Family Medicine Initiative

MAY 7, 2025

As you might have noticed, I often use the Number Needed to Treat (NNT) to communicate research results. While I strive to write evidence-based but easy-to-understand articles, I believe the NNT is a research concept every GP should know. What is the NNT? It’s the number of patients you need to treat to prevent one bad outcome. How to calculate it? 1 divided by the “absolute risk reduction” (= the risk in the control group minus the risk in the intervention group).

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Integrated Care News by CFHA

MAY 8, 2025

Vaccine hesitancy is the delay in accepting or refusing vaccination despite the availability of vaccination services. It falls on a spectrum of vaccine attitudes and intentions, from those who recognize the importance of vaccines and accept all vaccines on one end of the spectrum to those who refuse all vaccines. Addressing vaccine hesitancy requires tailored, evidence-based strategies to address the causes.

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California Academy of Family Physicians (CAFP)

MAY 7, 2025

Our 2025 POP! Keynote, Emily Silverman, MD is an internal medicine doctor in San Francisco and Founder of The Nocturnists , an award winning podcast. She has a new 13-part documentary series called the Uncertainty in Medicine. One of the episodes, Through Thick and Thin, addresses primary care diagnostic uncertainty, persistence, and the quiet power of staying in it together through false starts, frustration, and finally, an answer.

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AMMD

MAY 6, 2025

Menopause is not just a hormonal milestone; it’s a whole-body transition. After going through the change myself, I know how uncomfortable it menopausal symptoms can be. It’s common to experience fluctuating moods, sudden fatigue, hot flashes, digestive changes, and even declining strength. It’s true that menopause affects nearly every system in your body.

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A Country Doctor Writes

MAY 9, 2025

Medicine is a love that finds us wherever we happen to be. It snatched me, a quiet four year old boy, almost sixty [ eight(!) ] years ago. I don’t know how it happened. I remember being in the hospital and having stomach X-rays and I have also been told we had a family doctor who made house calls. I couldn’t have seen doctors on TV, because television was only introduced in Sweden when I was three and I saw my first program at age 5, a show about an infantile doll named “Andy P

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Dr Chatterjee

MAY 6, 2025

Our understanding of gut health has evolved dramatically over the past two decades, to the point where we now know it plays a crucial role in everything from our immune system, our ability to respond to stress, our skin and even our mental wellbeing.

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Family Medicine Initiative

MAY 7, 2025

So far I had only one patient with a fishhook injury, but it was a story to remember! There are four common methods for removing a fishhook, which are explained well in the journal American Family Physician : Retrograde : the simplest method, but it only works in some cases. String-Yank : usually the least traumatic as it doesn’t create new wounds, but you must be familiar with the method, and bystanders should exercise caution!

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Physicians Alliance of Connecticut

MAY 6, 2025

The New Haven region is a hub for healthcare in Connecticut. It’s home to many reputable healthcare employers, from private practices like the Physicians Alliance of Connecticut to major hospital systems like Yale New Haven Health. Understanding healthcare careers in New Haven County, CT., including in-demand jobs, education options, and career outlooks, can help you find a fulfilling position in the area.

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Dr Chatterjee

MAY 8, 2025

A topic that I’m truly passionate about is the introduction of social media and smartphones into all aspects of our lives – and what impact this is having on us individually, collectively and, perhaps most urgently, what impact this is having on our children. Feel Better Live More Bitesize is my weekly podcast for your mind, body, and heart. Each week I’ll be featuring inspirational stories and practical tips from some of my former guests.

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Today's Hospitalist

MAY 9, 2025

OUR ENTIRE FIELD of hospital medicine grew out of the need to innovate to address the growing complexities of inpatient medicine. Since the mid-1990s, our capacity for innovation has never stopped as hospitalists navigate a complex landscape of acute illnesses, interprofessional collaborations and the imperative to provide efficient, high-quality care.

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AMMD

MAY 8, 2025

When you think of bone health, calcium and vitamin D are often viewed as the go-to nutrients. Did you know that calcium and vitamin D depend on one another? Too much or too little of one can cause issues with absorption or abundance. While calcium is critical for women aging , it is not just about taking more calcium. It is about ensuring it works with other nutrients, particularly vitamin D3 and K2.

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NPR Health

MAY 9, 2025

'/> Michael Gonzales, the ambassador to Zambia, announced at an emotional press conference that the U.S. would cut $50 million in aid due to theft of medications. (Image credit: U.S.

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Barton Associates

MAY 8, 2025

Across the United States, tens of millions of Americans live in areas with shortage s of primary care, dental, and mental health professionals. And there’s little sign of this issue slowing down any time soon—in fact, the U.S. Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA) projects the country will be short 87,150 primary care doctors, 11,860 dentists, 79,160 psychologists—along with shortages of other key specialties—in 2037.

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Minnesota Academy of Family Physicians

MAY 6, 2025

The Minnesota Academy of Family Physicians (MAFP) Health Equity Committee has identified a need for an Interpreter Access Task Force to help identify gaps and barriers to interpreter access across the state. The task force will meet 3-5 times within a 12-month period, as determined by the task force chair and MAFP staff. It will connect with other interested parties, including representatives from the interpreter and patient communities, to work on answering the following questions: What are the

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AMMD

MAY 8, 2025

Bone health is one of the most important markers of long-term vitality that is often overlooked. This is especially true for aging women. As a functional medicine physician, I have seen countless women blindsided by mobility issues and an increase in fractures. The culprit is low bone density. Due to fluctuations in hormone levels, bone loss can accelerate rapidly during and after menopause.

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NPR Health

MAY 8, 2025

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has laid off thousands of workers since January. Current and former CDC staff are grappling with uncertainty about both their futures and public health.

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My Green Doctor

MAY 3, 2025

Author: Ishani Majmudar Medical waste is rising tremendously each year, and its implications are not slight. Medical waste is a broad term used to describe any waste products generated at healthcare facilities and includes everything ranging from the disposal of small needles to the energy consumption of radiologic scans. Reducing waste can save money for practices and operating rooms, and benefit the environment.

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Family Medicine Austin

MAY 9, 2025

Maintaining a healthy digestive system is crucial for overall well-being. The gastrointestinal (GI) tract plays a vital role in breaking down the food we eat, absorbing nutrients, and eliminating waste. However, many people experience GI disorders that can disrupt these processes and impact quality of life. Understanding common gastrointestinal disorders can help you recognize symptoms […] The post Understanding Common Gastrointestinal Disorders: Expert Insights from Family Medicine Austin

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AMMD

MAY 8, 2025

As a woman in her 50s, I understand how much a woman’s body evolves throughout life. I have experienced it all– from my early reproductive years through perimenopause and now menopause. I am currently doing everything I can to be proactive about aging. Healthy eating is one of the most powerful tools you have to support your health through midlife and beyond.

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Center for Family Medicine

MAY 7, 2025

Is Your Blood Sugar Out Of Control? Diabetes develops when the body is unable to produce sufficient insulin or cannot effectively use the insulin produced, resulting in elevated blood sugar levels. Early detection of diabetes can help prevent complications like heart disease, kidney damage, and nerve problems. However, knowing when to get blood sugar levels checked can be confusing.

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My Green Doctor

MAY 3, 2025

In This Issue : Why Renewable Energy Belongs in Every Clinic Medical Waste: One Model for Improvement OnTrack with your Sustainability Goals? Powering Health, Protecting the Planet – Why Renewable Energy Belongs in Every Clinic Healthcare professionals have always been trusted voices on public health. Now, more than ever, they must also become champions of planetary health.

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Family Medicine Austin

MAY 5, 2025

Allergies are often synonymous with springtime and blooming flowers, but for many Austinites, allergens lurk beyond just pollen. Our vibrant city, with its lush landscapes and bustling urban life, can sometimes hide allergens in unexpected places. Understanding these hidden allergens is crucial for maintaining your family’s health and well-being.

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AMMD

MAY 6, 2025

Menopause marks the end of a woman’s reproductive years. It’s a transition that many women dread. However, did you know there are multiple phases in this midlife transition? A phase that is often overlooked is perimenopause. It’s the gradual phase leading up to menopause when hormone levels begin to fluctuate. "Peri" means "around," so this is the period around menopause.

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ABIM

MAY 7, 2025

In this edition of News & Notes … How the profession informs the content of ABIM’s exams Important certification and MOC dates Refresher: How ABIM’s MOC program works Longitudinal Knowledge Assessment (LKA®) Updates Physicians provide valuable feedback on ABIM programs and policies Read Full Article Close Article How the profession informs the content of ABIM’s exams ABIM regularly conducts reviews of assessment blueprints to ensure they are reflective of what physicians see in practic

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TheHappyMD

MAY 8, 2025

A Collision Course Between Policy and Reality In this post, I will reveal to you an impending collision of ~~ a chronic problem in the American health care system ~~ and a current piece of legislation in front of Congress that could destroy local hospital access for 56 million people in the USA in a matter of months. This is a long-term weakness of the US healthcare system and a short-term budgetary philosophy that could end up in disaster.

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My Green Doctor

MAY 3, 2025

Powering Health, Protecting the Planet – Why Renewable Energy Belongs in Every Clinic Healthcare professionals have always been trusted voices on public health. Now, more than ever, they must also become champions of planetary health. One of the most impactful ways to lead this shift? Switching to renewable energy. This isn’t just about saving the planet—it’s also about saving money, protecting patients, and strengthening our healthcare systems from the inside out.

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Jackson Physician Search

MAY 8, 2025

Few professions require more education and training than that of a physician. After four years of medical school, three to […] The post Know Before You Go: How to Find a Role with Physician Autonomy appeared first on Jackson Physician Search.

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Imperial Center Family Medicine

MAY 5, 2025

The mind-body connection has surprising implications for blood pressure management. For better or worse, your emotional health significantly influences your cardiovascular system. Being aware of this intricate relationship is the first step to learning to control your emotions to improve heart health. The Stress Response and Blood Pressure Management Stressful situations send your body into fight-or-flight mode, flooding your system with hormones such as adrenaline and cortisol.

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TheHappyMD

MAY 8, 2025

Direct Primary Care (Concierge) Practice Opportunity in Williston Vermont Join a Practice Where You Practice Medicine, Not Paperwork. by Dr.

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My Green Doctor

MAY 3, 2025

“ Climate action in the clinic is the cure we urgently need. ” — Dr. Todd Sack, Executive Director, My Green Doctor Are you on track with your sustainability goals? Healthcare professionals are uniquely positioned to lead on climate—and their patients are listening. From rising asthma rates to heat-related illnesses, climate change is already harming the most vulnerable among us.

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NPR Health

MAY 8, 2025

The National Institutes of Health will partner with the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid to create a database of Americans with autism, using insurance claims, medical records and smartwatch data.

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Medical Xpress

MAY 4, 2025

Reading is a highly valuable skill that allows humans to acquire new knowledge, pursue an education and complete a wide range of real-world tasks.

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The Clinical Problem Solvers

MAY 9, 2025

[link] We continue our campaign to #EndNeurophobia, with the help of Dr. Aaron Berkowitz. This time, Aye presents a case of behavior change, headaches, and blurry vision to Vale. Neurology DDx Schema Aye Chan Moe Thant (@AyeThant94) Aye graduated from University of Medicine, Mandalay, Myanmar, and has been working with her mentor neurologist, one of only three neurologists covering the Upper Myanmar region of 23 million population.

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Society of Teachers of Family Medicine

MAY 3, 2025

Many people express confusion about the process of submitting a paper to a journal, receiving peer reviews, and ultimately getting published. This post attempts to answer your questions. Editors do not want their activity to be opaque.

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NPR Health

MAY 8, 2025

Soaps, lotions and shampoos were found to have formaldehyde and formaldehyde-releasing preservatives.

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Medical Xpress

MAY 4, 2025

Researchers at Dartmouth College believe artificial intelligence can deliver reliable psychotherapy, distinguishing their work from the unproven and sometimes dubious mental health apps flooding today's market.

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FDA Law Blog

MAY 7, 2025

By Anne K. Walsh & Sophia R. Gaulkin & Steven J. Gonzalez There has been increased enforcement against medical device companies that engage in the pervasive practice of paying third party sales agents based on their volume of sales. This scrutiny was enhanced after the Fourth Circuits ruling in United States v. Mallory , 988 F.3d 730 (4th Cir. 2021), rehg denied , as well as in recent settlements (see, e.g., here ), that all such arrangements violated the federal Anti-Kickback Statute (

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