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Contraceptive counseling for gender-diverse patients: A community needs assessment [Health care disparities]

Annals of Family Medicine

These barriers combined with inadequate medical education on care for SGM patients contribute to poor reproductive outcomes, including high rates of teen and unplanned pregnancy. Most respondents preferred to receive the resource in discussion with their healthcare provider and for distribution through a QR code.

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Weekly LYN-005 Provides Sustained Risperidone Release in Schizophrenia

Physician's Weekly

WEDNESDAY, June 18, 2025 (HealthDay News) — For patients with schizophrenia, weekly LYN-005 provides sustained release of risperidone at therapeutic concentrations, according to a study published online June 11 in The Lancet Psychiatry. Leslie Citrome, M.D., All rights reserved.

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Should Recent Weather Events Impact Your Emergency Fund?

The Motivated MD

Though severe weather events like this used to feel like a ‘once in a decade’ tragedy, they are, statistically speaking, becoming more and more common. Should recent weather events impact your emergency fund? Should recent weather events impact your emergency fund? It happens.

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Discontinuation versus continuation of statins: a systematic review [Cardiovascular disease]

Annals of Family Medicine

Population Studied: Adults ≥18 years Intervention/Instrument: Discontinuation of statin medications Outcome Measures: All-cause mortality, cardiovascular (CV) mortality, and CV events (e.g., or 1-year risk of CV events (RD=1.2%, P=0.64) for statin discontinuation compared to continuation. Quality assessment (RoB 2.0

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Exploring the educational needs and preferences of physicians in pharmacogenomics in primary care practice [Education and training]

Annals of Family Medicine

Context Ten percent of patients using prescription drugs experience adverse drug events (ADE). A proportion of these ADEs can be explained by a difference in enzyme activity between individuals. A higher concentration of medication in the body can lead to more side effects such as headaches, dizziness, or tremors.

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Green Practice News: April 2025

My Green Doctor

New Research: Teaching Patients about Climate Resilience Newly published original research co-authored by My Green Doctor’s Dr. Todd Sack concludes that, “ the medical office waiting room appears to be an accepted, time-efficient, and effective site to communicate knowledge on climate change and health. ” Contact us today! of total U.S.

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Common Myths About Blood Pressure and Heart Health

Imperial Center Family Medicine

The best way to know if your levels fall into the unhealthy range is to get your healthcare provider to check your blood pressure regularly. Following your physician’s treatment regimen, which may include medication and lifestyle adjustments, can help you regain control of your blood pressure management, regardless of your age.