Concierge Choice Physicians

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

​By Wayne Lipton Managing Partner, Concierge Choice Physicians ​The Origin Story It was the early 1990s when I embarked on a career in concierge medicine. The industry was new then, developed largely as a response to the feeling that HMOs were taking over healthcare and making decisions that should be between a patient and their doctor. Our job was primarily to inform private physicians and patients that there was another way to secure that one-to-one relationship and to get away fro

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Dr. Shin's Notes

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

For years, we’ve been told that our genes hold the key to our health and longevity. But what if lifestyle choices and environmental factors play a much bigger role? A groundbreaking study from the University of Oxford suggests just that—revealing that behaviors like smoking, exercise, and socioeconomic conditions have a far greater impact on aging… Read More » Genes vs.

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Edge Family Medicine

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Introduction Are you constantly feeling tired, struggling with brittle nails, or noticing unexpected hair loss? These could be vitamin deficiency symptoms. Many people overlook these early warning signs, attributing them to stress or aging. However, deficiencies in essential vitamins like B12, D, and iron can affect your energy, immune system, and overall well-being.

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Dr. Michael Bazel

FEBRUARY 15, 2025

Intermittent fasting (IF) has gained immense popularity in recent years as a weight-loss strategy, but it’s more than just the latest health trend. Rooted in ancient practices and supported by some scientific studies, intermittent fasting involves cycling between periods of eating and fasting. The method has become a go-to for many looking to shed pounds, improve metabolic health, or simplify their diets.

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NPR Health

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

With a measles outbreak growing in West Texas, and cases popping up across the country, experts say vaccination is your best protection. And it's not just for kids. Some adults may need a booster.

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Dr. Shin's Notes

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Artificial sweeteners like aspartame have long been marketed as a healthier alternative to sugar, offering the sweetness people crave without the added calories. But a new study suggests that aspartame may come with its own set of risks—specifically, for heart health. Researchers from the Karolinska Institute in Sweden found that consuming aspartame significantly increased insulin… Read More » Could Aspartame Be Harming Your Heart?

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Canadian Family Physician

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

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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NPR Health

FEBRUARY 15, 2025

A committee of experts that advises the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is critical in setting national vaccine policy. It's also vulnerable to political interference.

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Southwest Family Physicians

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Sleep Sleep is a very important part of a healthy mind and body. How much sleep should you get per night? And why is this important?… Most adults need 7 or more hours of sleep each night. It’s also important to get good-quality sleep on a regular schedule so you feel rested when you wake up. Why is getting enough sleep important? According to ODPHP, getting enough sleep has many benefits.

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Medical Xpress

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Researchers from Carnegie Mellon University and Allegheny Health Network have developed a new method for deep brain stimulation. The technique, called "DeepFocus," uses transcranial electrical stimulation (TES) on the scalp and transnasal electrical stimulation (TnES) to achieve more accurate electrical stimulation in the brain. The findings are published in the Journal of Neural Engineering.

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Minnesota Academy of Family Physicians

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

A Collaborative Approach Between Health Care Providers and Community Partners Food insecurity affects thousands of Minnesotans, often contributing to chronic health conditions and overall poor health outcomes. Recognizing the critical connection between access to nutritious food and health, health care systems across Minnesota are taking innovative steps to address food insecurity.

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NPR Health

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

A measles outbreak in West Texas has sparked concern as cases have more than doubled since last week. And, China seeks to support pro-democracy groups in the U.S.

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Canadian Family Physician

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

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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Medical Xpress

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

University of California, Los Angeles researchers have discovered that chronic stress flips brain activity between two amygdala-striatal pathways, disrupting flexible decision-making and promoting inflexible habits.

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Evergreen Family Medicine

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Providers, Staff, and patients share concerns and some confusion regarding EFM’s decision to terminate its contract with TriWest. What follows is an in-depth explanation of the process underlying that decision. It will take a bit to get through. But if understanding our decision is important to you, this context is important.On October 31, 2021, Evergreen terminated its contract with TriWest Community Care Network, administered by Health Net.

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NPR Health

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Republicans are proposing deep cuts to Medicaid to finance tax cuts and other priorities. Pushback is coming not only from Democrats, but also from hospitals that rely on revenue from the program. (Image credit: J.

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The Clinical Problem Solvers

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

[link] Maddy , Youssef and Andrew share their approach to neuropathy and frequent falls as they discuss a case presented by Sharmin. Polyneuropathy Framework To join us live on Virtual Morning Report (VMR), sign up HERE.

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Medical Xpress

FEBRUARY 15, 2025

Healthy eating sounds deceptively simplejust eat more fruits and vegetables and avoid junk food, right? However, healthy eating really isn't easy.

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Canadian Family Physician

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

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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NPR Health

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

The USDA says "several" staffers working on the bird flu response were terminated over the weekend, and "we are working to swiftly rectify the situation and rescind those letters." (Image credit: J.

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FDA Law Blog

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

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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Medical Xpress

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

A positive patient-doctor relationship is an ingredient to a healthy life, and new research has zeroed in on the impact common language in the relationship can have by decreasing cardiovascular disease for the benefit of a longer life.

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Alabama Academy of Family Physicians

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

As the 2025 legislative session swings into full gear, the Alabama Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) has set its sights on a cadre of pivotal bills set to shape the healthcare landscape for years to come. Running from February 4 to May 15, this session promises to bring substantial changes to medical consent laws, Medicaid coverage, rural hospital funding, taxation on essential goods, and the transparency of healthcare costs.

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NPR Health

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Broken Heart Syndrome mimics symptoms of a heart attack. It can strike after a stressful event, such as the loss of a loved one, a physical shock, or prolonged anxiety. The good news: It's treatable.

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FDA Law Blog

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

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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Medical Xpress

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Adding engineered human blood vessel-forming cells to islet transplants boosted the survival of the insulin-producing cells and reversed diabetes in a preclinical study led by Weill Cornell Medicine investigators. The new approach, which requires further development and testing, could someday enable the much wider use of islet transplants to cure diabetes.

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Family Integrative Medicine

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

February is American Heart Month—a time to take control of your cardiovascular wellness with evidence-based, holistic strategies. While heart disease is the leading cause of death worldwide, research shows that up to 80% of cases are preventable with the right lifestyle changes and early intervention.

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NPR Health

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

A telehealth company partnered with a pharmacy that lacked a required license, raising doubts about the safety and efficacy of the weight-loss medicines it mailed to patients.

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Canadian Family Physician

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Objective To describe the provision of primary and specialist palliative care for older adults with advanced chronic kidney disease (CKD). Design Population-based retrospective descriptive cohort study using electronic health records. Setting St Michael’s Hospital Academic Family Health Team, including 5 clinics and an interdisciplinary home-based outreach team, in Toronto, Ont.

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Medical Xpress

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

A novel PET technique that visualizes spinal cord injuries provides critical information about which patients may be able to regain mobility, according to new research published in the February issue of The Journal of Nuclear Medicine. By detecting intact nerve connections in the injured spinal cord, a newly developed radiotracer has the potential to help diagnose injuries more precisely, monitor recovery, and evaluate the effectiveness of new therapies in clinical trials.

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Myriad Genetics

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

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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NPR Health

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

With the U.S. withdrawing from the World Health Organization and rethinking foreign aid, China has an opportunity to play a bigger role with different goals.

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GeriPal

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Summary Transcript CME Summary Trauma is a universal experience, and our approach as health care providers to trauma should be universal as well. Thats my main take-home point after learning from our three guests today when talking about trauma-informed care, an approach that highlights key principles including safety, trustworthiness, peer support, collaboration, empowerment, and cultural sensitivity.

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Medical Xpress

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

A diet of fruits and vegetables, whole grains, low-fat dairy foods and lean meats, low in salt and sugar, is associated with reduced psoriasis severity, new research finds.

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Common Sense Family Doctor

FEBRUARY 15, 2025

In 1998, a Letter to the Editor in American Family Physician expressed concerns about the relatively new practice of pharmaceutical advertising directly to patients. Dr. Robert Thompson observed that the effect of direct-to-consumer advertising (DTCA) was to consume precious time at an office visit by prompting patients to request expensive new “me too” therapies that often were not on their drug formularies.

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NPR Health

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Luigi Mangione, who is accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, had his first court appearance since he was arraigned in December on charges including murder as an act of terrorism.

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PEMBlog

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Cellulitis is like an infection of the icing – if you imagine the skin as a piece of cake that it. Treat with cephalexin – red, hot, swollen, and tender – and sometimes fever and systemic symptoms. I could’ve wrote a song about erysipelas but it doesn’t rhyme with anything. Lyrics Fast spreading and red I hope I’m not dead don’t want to be bacteremic from just my skin red, hot, swollen, and tender skin infection, not a life ender cephalexin is the first

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