Integrated Care News by CFHA

APRIL 16, 2025

Dear Mr. Kennedy, First, thank you for bringing urgency and passion to the nation’s conversation on health and the chronic disease epidemic. Your desire to reimagine our approach to well-being is one that we share as a 30-year-old upstart association rooted in the fundamental idea that our health system is disintegrated. At the Collaborative Family Healthcare Association (CFHA), we see your agenda aligning with ours in powerful ways.

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A Country Doctor Writes

APRIL 17, 2025

I recently reposted a 2017 WordPress reflection on my Substack about how sometimes a disease evolves so slowly that you, as a continuity provider, barely notice it but another, covering, provider notices the subtle abnormalities and recognizes the pattern as a new disease. When taking a medical history, it is often very difficult to pin down the duration of a patient’s symptoms or the speed of change.

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AMMD

APRIL 16, 2025

It is hard to enjoy your favorite foods when nausea, digestive upset, and heartburn aren’t far behind. Many people have acid reflux, where acid and other fluids in your stomach travel back up your esophagus. What many do not realize is that this can also be a sign of bile reflux. Your liver produces bile to help your gut break down and absorb nutrients.

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Mesa Family Physician

APRIL 15, 2025

If you’ve ever experienced itchy eyes, sneezing, or unexplained skin rashes, allergies might be the cause. Understanding your triggers is the first step toward relief—and that’s where allergy testing comes in. In this guide, we’ll walk through the different types of allergy tests, how to prepare, and what the results actually mean. Why Get an Allergy Test?

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Rao Doctor

APRIL 17, 2025

Introduction to Sprouts and Their Importance A Guide for Vegans and Health Enthusiasts on how to use a variety of sprouts to boost your health Hello friends, After my last two articles about Fever and Fever Management, I thought that I should write one about some nutritious and healthy eating item. I was just browsing through some articles on a medical website-Medscape- and I came across a very interesting podcast on how to improve our health and vitality by eating sprouts.

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Permanente Medicine

APRIL 16, 2025

Affiliation will allow groups to drive high-value care and innovation PORTLAND, ORE, April 16, 2025 – Oregon-based Northwest Permanente (NWP) and The Permanente Medical Group (TPMG) of Northern California announced a formal affiliation today. NWP and TPMG are physician-led, independent Permanente Medical Groups who partner exclusively with Kaiser Foundation Health Plan to provide care for their patients in Oregon, southwest Washington, and Northern California.

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AMMD

APRIL 17, 2025

You tried all the recommended diet changes and supplements, yet you still experience bloating, gas, and digestive issues. The reason for that may be due to stubborn biofilms. Biofilms are complex organizations of microbes that stick to your intestinal tract. A layer of thick, sticky material protects these microbes from your immune system. If you want to know how to get rid of biofilm to maximize immunity and support overall health, you are in the right place.

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Medical Xpress

APRIL 18, 2025

Northeastern University scientists have discovered that a protein in the human brain could potentially be used to grow new neurons in the lab and enhance brain processes affected by aging or neurodegenerative diseases.

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Physicians Alliance of Connecticut

APRIL 12, 2025

The need for medical assistants is growing rapidly. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that the field will grow by 15 percent from 2023 to 2033 , which is higher than the average for roles that provide support to healthcare professionals. Each year, an estimated 119,800 medical assistant jobs will open up across the country, including in Connecticut.

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Canadian Family Physician

APRIL 14, 2025

Objective To estimate the global journey of a generic clonazepam pill to map steps of production, distribution, and disposal. Data sources PubMed; Google Scholar; industry and market reports; gray literature; pharmaceutical databases (eg, PharmaCompass); export records; pharmacies in Hamilton, Ont; industry professionals and leaders such as pharmaceutical company vice presidents, professors, a supply chain insurance company, and sustainable procurement consulting companies; and an international

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NPR Health

APRIL 15, 2025

In a new memoir, French Gates writes about the end of her marriage to Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates, and her ongoing philanthropic work, directing funds and attention to women's health initiatives.

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Center for Family Medicine

APRIL 14, 2025

Safer Solutions For Lasting Relief Living with chronic pain can be exhausting, especially for individuals in rural areas who may struggle to access regular care. The constant search for safe relief without the dangers of opioids often feels like an uphill battle. Finding ways to manage pain that are both effective and sustainable is possible. Alternative treatments offer relief while prioritizing long-term health, allowing individuals to regain a sense of control and comfort.

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Imperial Center Family Medicine

APRIL 14, 2025

When you’re young and healthy, your cholesterol is probably not on your mind. But skipping cholesterol screenings in your 20s and 30s could eventually put you at risk for serious health problems. Here’s why younger adults should prioritize cholesterol screenings. Know Your Baseline Your first cholesterol screening in your 20s or 30s provides a baseline for future test results.

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Canadian Family Physician

APRIL 14, 2025

Objective To provide an update on the most recent developments regarding diagnosis and outcomes of steatotic liver disease (SLD), review new nomenclature applied to SLD, and provide an approach to the diagnosis and management of SLD. Sources of information Individual articles published mainly in the past 2 years, found using PubMed and Google Scholar.

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NPR Health

APRIL 14, 2025

The federal program is the biggest source of money for long-term care for the elderly and disabled. Republican proposals to cut its budget could jeopardize supports family and caregivers rely on. (Image credit: Michael M.

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Medical Xpress

APRIL 13, 2025

Exercise therapy is suggested as a first-line treatment to improve joint pain and loss of function caused by osteoarthritis (OA), a musculoskeletal disorder that affects more than 595 million people worldwide. Yoga and strengthening exercises are both known to be effective ways of managing knee OA, but is one better than the other?

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Common Sense Family Doctor

APRIL 12, 2025

In the two years since publication of the latest American Family Physician review article on osteoporosis , new guidelines and research studies have enhanced management of this common condition. In early 2025, the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) updated its recommendations on screening for osteoporosis. Although on the surface these are unchanged from the 2018 version —recommending screening in all women 65 years or older and postmenopausal women younger than 65 years at increased r

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Doctor On Demand

APRIL 16, 2025

Chest congestion can be a minor problem or a sign of a more serious health issue. When dealing with chest congestion, it’s important to understand potential warning signs, as well as what type of medical care to seek for them. There are times when caring for chest congestion can be done at home without needing to see a doctor. When to see a doctor for chest congestion If you’re experiencing shortness of breath, a fever of 100.4°F or higher, chest pain, or blood in your saliva, you should conside

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ABIM

APRIL 18, 2025

A Message from Furman S. McDonald, President and CEO of ABIM and the ABIM Foundation ABIM has lost a true friend and valued colleague. Holly J. Humphrey, MD, MACP, a nationally renowned leader in medical education and President of the Josiah Macy Jr. Foundation, passed yesterday from pancreatic cancer. Holly had a long and meaningful relationship with ABIM dating back to her first days on the ABIM Board of Directors in 2001.

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Medical Xpress

APRIL 12, 2025

A new, error-corrected method for detecting cancer from blood samples is much more sensitive and accurate than prior methods and may be useful for monitoring disease status in patients following treatment, according to a study by Weill Cornell Medicine and New York Genome Center investigators. The method, based on whole-genome sequencing of DNA, also represents an important step toward the goal of routine blood test-based screening for early cancer detection.

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Canadian Family Physician

APRIL 14, 2025

Objective To explore the prevalence of symptom diagnoses in children in general practice and the management strategies performed by GPs. Design Retrospective cohort study. Setting The Netherlands. Participants Participant data registered in a Dutch practice-based primary care research network (Family Medicine Network [FaMe-Net]). Main outcome measures All episodes of care with at least 1 contact for a symptom diagnosis in 2018 as well as management strategies within each episode of care includin

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NPR Health

APRIL 16, 2025

They can be life-saving but radiation from the scans also contributes to cancer risk. The authors of a new study estimate overuse of CT scans is increasing the U.S. cancer burden.

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Dignity Health Medical Foundation

APRIL 17, 2025

Becoming a new mother is a journey filled with joy, wonder, and, let's be honest, a healthy dose of uncertainty. Feeding your baby can feel overwhelming, but that's where an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) can be an invaluable resource, offering guidance and a safe space to explore your options. We're shining a spotlight on Sarah Fulop-Furlano, IBCLC a lactation consultant with Dignity Health Medical Group — Dominican, to give you a glimpse into her care philosophy and

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Medical Xpress

APRIL 12, 2025

Researchers at Zhejiang University found that acute stress increases natural repair mechanisms in the brain, while chronic stress suppresses them. Autophagy was most affected in the lateral habenula, a brain region linked to emotional regulation. Several antidepressant drugs were tested and found to reverse this suppression, pointing to autophagy in the lateral habenula as a common therapeutic pathway in these treatments.

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The Clinical Problem Solvers

APRIL 16, 2025

Description: Dr. Julia Armendariz joins Kaylin, Sharmin, and Cheryl to discuss feedback. She shares why giving feedback is so critical as well as an approach to feedback and goal-setting with learners. She also debunks common myths, highlights potential pitfalls, and shares her strategies to create a positive team learning environment. Julia’s bio: Julia Armendariz, MD, is a hospitalist and clinician educator in the Bay Area who works closely with trainees on the wards and in the classr

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NPR Health

APRIL 15, 2025

For the first time since Robert F. Kennedy Jr. became health secretary, vaccine advisers to the CDC are meeting to discuss vaccines for RSV, HPV, COVID and more.

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CDOCS

APRIL 14, 2025

<h2>Episode 4: Dickey& Bumps</h2> <p>New Faculty, Familiar Vibes: Vishal Sharma Joins the CDOCS Family on &ldquo;Bonded&rdquo; </p> <p>[image:Dickey_Bumps.jpg]</p> <p>In the latest episode of Bonded, the CDOCS podcast that brings dental professionals together through real conversations and shared experiences, hosts Dr.

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Medical Xpress

APRIL 18, 2025

A common pinworm medication may stop and reverse cancer growth in Merkel cell carcinoma, an aggressive form of skin cancer, according to research led by University of Arizona Cancer Center researchers and published in the Journal of Clinical Investigation.

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PEMBlog

APRIL 14, 2025

There are some antidotes – though not many – that we can give for common ingestions. If only there were a children’s song that would stick in our brains to help us remember them. if only… Lyrics You got NAC for acetaminophen For opioids, naloxone just squirt it in! Toxic alcohols, like methanol and ethylene glycol Treat em with ethanol get em drunk, yall!

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NPR Health

APRIL 15, 2025

The National Center for Environmental Health was hollowed out in the cuts of 10,000 federal health workers on April 1. That's the same day an assessment of people hurt in floods was set to begin.

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My Green Doctor

APRIL 15, 2025

My Green Doctor saves money for healthcare practices as the practices become environmentally sustainable. Our program requires adding ONLY FIVE MINUTES of Green Team business to each of your regular practice or clinic planning meetings.

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Medical Xpress

APRIL 18, 2025

Our immune systems weaken as we get older, making fewer cells that fight infection and help us recover from illness and injury. Scientists aren't completely sure why. They may have a better idea now, however, thanks to a study in GeroScience.

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FDA Law Blog

APRIL 16, 2025

By Andrew J. Hull & JP Ellison & John W.M. Claud Hyman, Phelps & McNamara, P.C. is hosting a free webinar on recent and forward-looking enforcement under the Federal Food, Drug & Cosmetic Act on Thursday, May 1, 2025, from 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. (ET) (register here ). Join us as HPMs Anne Walsh moderates a panel discussion with three former DOJ attorneys who all litigated extensively under the FDCA.

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NPR Health

APRIL 14, 2025

Republicans hope to save a lot of tax dollars by cutting Medicaid. Drug policy experts say as many as a million Americans in treatment for addiction could lose coverage.

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My Green Doctor

APRIL 16, 2025

My Green Doctor saves money for healthcare practices as the practices become environmentally sustainable. Our program requires adding ONLY FIVE MINUTES of Green Team business to each of your regular practice or clinic planning meetings.

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Medical Xpress

APRIL 18, 2025

A new study by scientists at Hokkaido University has found that lower temperatures significantly increase the risk of gastroenteritis among Rohingya refugees living in Bangladesh's Kutupalong and Nayapara camps. Gastroenteritis is a viral or bacterial infection that causes inflammation of the stomach and intestines, resulting in diarrhea, vomiting, and stomach pain.

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FDA Law Blog

APRIL 14, 2025

By Lisa M. Baumhardt, Principal Medical Device Regulatory Expert In January 2025, FDA posted the 2024 Annual Report concerning the Accreditation Scheme for Conformity Assessment (ASCA) program as required by Medical Device User Fee Amendments of 2017 (MDUFA IV). As we previously blogged, under the FDA Reauthorization Act of 2017 (FDARA), FDA committed to establish an ASCA Program using FDA-recognized consensus standards.

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