Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Population Studied: Young adults ages 18-25 who screened positive for loneliness using the 3-item UCLA loneliness scale. Analyses included descriptive statistics and t-tests. Setting: Primary care practices within a large health system in Seattle, WA. 14.5), p = 0.16; depression 13.1 (5.3) 3.9), p = 0.09; anxiety 12.1 (4.6) 2.7), p = 0.42).

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Hitchcock Family Medicine

AUGUST 5, 2022

Preventive Care Primary doctors can offer preventive care to their patients, which typically includes check-ups and screenings to prevent them from contracting illnesses. They can do this through physical exams and by sending the patient to the laboratory for blood tests and toxicology reports looking for diseases or illnesses.

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Physician's Weekly

JUNE 13, 2025

Physicians can often literally meet patients where they are and address the broader social determinants of health, such as housing, education, and income, which significantly impact patient well-being and illness prevention.

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Chronic Disease Management Community Chronic Disease Education 52

Common Sense Family Doctor

DECEMBER 14, 2024

Concerns about overdiagnosis of clinically insignificant prostate cancer through prostate specific antigen (PSA) screening motivated the 2018 American Academy of Family Physicians’ (AAFP) recommendation against routine screening for prostate cancer. Explaining the AAFP’s position, Drs. in 2000 to 59.8%

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The Medical Futurist

JUNE 21, 2025

Treating less serious ailments gets faster, more targeted and more efficient, while the means for curing more serious and life-altering illnesses improve. The 80-year-old Ray Flynn lost his central vision entirely, but with the help of the retinal implant, he could make out shapes on the computer screen. How far can you see and hear?

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East Cary Family Physicians

JULY 26, 2023

Regular check-ups allow your healthcare provider to conduct screenings, perform tests, and monitor vital indicators that may indicate the early onset of such conditions. Age-Appropriate Screenings: As we age, our health needs change and the importance of regular health check-ups only amplifies.

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Hitchcock Family Medicine

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

Family care doctors are trained to provide various services, from physical examinations and screenings to immunizations and check-ups. They can help diagnose illnesses, recommend treatments and medications, and guide you on preventive health measures. A family care doctor can greatly assist your family.

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Physician's Weekly

JUNE 19, 2025

Patients with documented mental illness or substance use disorders (SUDs) continue to encounter a mixed—sometimes starkly divergent—quality of emergency department (ED) care when they present with chest pain, abdominal pain, or other non‑psychiatric complaints, according to a patient‑interview study published in Health Services Research.

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Mental Health Physicals Patient-Centered Patients 52

GeriPal

JULY 27, 2023

For those with serious illness, sleep problems and insomnia are all too common. Summary Transcript Summary Insomnia. We’ve all had it. Lying in bed at 2 am staring at the ceiling, getting anxious every hour that you’re not falling asleep as you have a busy day coming up. Insomnia sucks. Chronic insomnia sucks even more. Thank you, Alex.

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Medical Xpress

JANUARY 31, 2023

Cervical cancer, like many illnesses, is treatable if it's caught early, but each year millions of women miss out on getting routine Pap smear screening for the disease, which kills a disproportionate number of Black women.

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Hitchcock Family Medicine

MARCH 25, 2022

This may be true in cases of injuries and certain chronic illnesses that require immediate attention. If your family has a history of cancer, you may be given more frequent screenings for the disease. When to Seek Medical Care Many people see medical care as something that is only needed when they are ailing.

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GeriPal

MAY 5, 2022

Screening for addressing hearing loss should be an integral part of what we do in geriatrics and palliative care, but it often is either a passing thought or completely ignored. We talk with Nick and Meg about: Why hearing loss is important not just in geriatrics but also for those caring for seriously ill individuals.

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Today's Hospitalist

MAY 9, 2025

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. We have seen explosive growth and become a cornerstone of modern health care systems.

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PEMBlog

MAY 1, 2025

Recognize key diagnostic features that help differentiate Parvovirus B19 from other viral exanthems and systemic illnesses. It was discovered by accident back in 1975, so a little bit before I was born, and it was labeled B19 because of the sample number in a Hepatitis B screening panel. But what is it? Well, let’s get nerdy.

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Complication Patient-Centered Patients Clinic 83

GeriPal

JANUARY 23, 2025

Summary Transcript CME Summary Its another deprescribing super special on today’s GeriPal Podcast, where we delve into the latest research on deprescribing medications prescribed to older adults. Today, we explore four fascinating studies highlighting innovative approaches to reducing medication use and improving patient outcomes. Here we go.

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PEMBlog

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

No recent illnesses or any other symptoms. Infants whose mothers received regular prenatal care are unlikely to develop congenital syphilis as it is routinely screened for during pregnancy. Modern Day Scurvy in Pediatric Orthopaedics: A Forgotten Illness. He required external cephalic version for breech presentation.

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Dr. Michael Bazel

APRIL 29, 2025

For too many men, however, routine checkups and health screenings tend to fall by the wayside — often until symptoms become unavoidable. Why Preventive Care for Men Matters Preventive care isn’t just about treating illness when it arises; it’s about staying one step ahead of it.

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PEMBlog

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Patients with psychosis caused by medical illness usually have abnormal vital signs, altered mental status, and impaired orientation with compromised intellectual function. And we do this even when we know from years of growing evidence that the yield of these routinely ordered screening tests is very poor? Health Aff (Millwood).

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PEMBlog

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Urine drug screens do not test for all ingested substances, and the results of screens, though timely do not identify the toxindrome (sympathomimetic etc.) Team members and families eagerly await your intervention to halt the seizure and understand its underlying cause. Glucose We all need it.

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Patients Screening Illness Physicals 52

Mesa Family Physician

JUNE 24, 2025

Internists manage a wide range of conditions, including chronic illnesses like hypertension, diabetes, and heart disease, as well as acute issues such as infections or injuries. They are well-equipped to manage chronic diseases, provide routine screenings, and guide preventive strategies. How is it different from general practice?

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Mesa Family Physician

JUNE 11, 2025

Preventive Care: Your First Line of Defense Against Illness When it comes to your health, waiting until something goes wrong isn’t the best approach. Instead, adopting a preventive mindset can help reduce your risk of illness, improve long-term outcomes, and even limit the need for more serious interventions. Are they the same?

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GeriPal

JUNE 27, 2024

We then walk through how we should screen for anxiety and how we should think about a differential. I have so many questions, and I promise we’re going to get to the management of anxiety and serious illness. Summary Transcript Summary “Anxiety is a lot like a toddler. I’m not sure who wrote this quote, but it feels right to me.

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Mesa Family Physician

MAY 8, 2025

It’s more than just visiting your doctor when something feels off—it’s about catching potential problems early, staying on top of health screenings, and setting goals that keep you feeling your best. Preventive care refers to medical services that focus on early detection, routine screenings, and health counseling.

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GeriPal

MAY 8, 2025

We’ll discuss three recent clinical trials involving patients with serious illness, joined by our guests James Downar , Ali John Zarrabi , and Margaret Ross. We’re going to be talking about new research in psilocybin in serious illness. This is Eric Widera. Alex 00:03 This is Alex Smith. Thats a lot of S s.

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Mesa Family Physician

MARCH 6, 2025

Unlike appointments that address specific illnesses or injuries, preventive care visits focus on screening for potential health issues, assessing your overall wellness, and helping you establish healthy habits before problems develop. Evidence-based screening tests based on current medical guidelines, your age, and risk factors.

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GeriPal

JANUARY 18, 2024

After discussing screening options for substance use disorder, we go on to talk about both the treatments for it and the issues that arise. Eric: And Alex, we’re going to be talking about substance use disorder and serious illness and aging, with three amazing experts. Transcript Eric: Welcome to the GeriPal podcast.

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Illness Patient-Centered Screening Clinic 137

Plum Health

OCTOBER 23, 2024

It’s where you turn for regular check-ups, advice on staying healthy, and help with managing any chronic illnesses like diabetes or hypertension. Primary care doctors don’t just treat illnesses—they work to prevent them before they even occur. Primary care is your go-to for all things health-related.

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Dr. Michael Bazel

MARCH 31, 2025

Regular lung screenings for those at high risk (smokers or ex-smokers over 50). Breathing is something we often take for granted until it becomes difficult. Your respiratory system is responsible for delivering oxygen to the body and removing carbon dioxide, allowing us to function and stay healthy. Why Are Men at Risk? Why Are Men at Risk?

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Mesa Family Physician

MARCH 13, 2025

During these years, our focus shifts to screening for common adult-onset conditions, managing stress-related health issues, and helping you maintain optimal health despite professional pressures. In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to postpone medical appointments until something feels wrong.

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Adventures of a Sick Doctor

JUNE 5, 2021

I glanced at the screen occasionally to watch the wonderful new President Dr Ina Kelly and her colleagues deliver their speeches. I abandoned the Weetabix-encrusted bowls and sat in front of the screen, head in hands. There was a Milligan-esque relief in these counselling sessions – “I told you I was ill”.

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GeriPal

JANUARY 25, 2024

Summary Transcript Summary In a JAMA 2020 systematic review of palliative care for non-cancer serious illness, Kieran Quinn found many positives, as we discussed on our podcast and in our editorial. He also found gaps, including very few studies of patients with lung disease, and little impact of trials on quality of life. Is it you Lyndsay?

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Doctor Rachel

SEPTEMBER 27, 2017

And even more than avoiding illness, being aware of what our bodies are trying to say gives us power and insight in our lives, work, and relationships. I’m a physician, and a colleague of mine said to me, “When the body first talks, it knocks. And if we don’t listen, it gives us a shove. True words. Lying down? Do you "hold it" too much?

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Plum Health

OCTOBER 11, 2024

During these regular appointments, doctors conduct various tests and screenings to catch issues early. These services go beyond treating illnesses; they aim to keep you healthy in the first place. Non-life-threatening illnesses often demand quick relief options. It's a common challenge many people face.

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GeriPal

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

As she said, when you think about the hardest patients you’ve cared for, in nearly all cases there was some aspect of psychological illness involved. Today we talk with two psychologists who are deeply invested in addressing psychological aspects of care for people living with serious illness. That rings true to me. Eric: Oh, wow.

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Mental Health Patient-Centered Illness Screening 123

Hitchcock Family Medicine

APRIL 25, 2024

This means that if medical events or illnesses have surfaced in your immediate family since your last checkup, your doctor can calculate this information into your risk factors for other conditions. Necessary Medical Screenings Medical screenings are one of the most effective ways to catch certain conditions and diseases early.

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GeriPal

MARCH 9, 2023

Two of our guests today, Stacy Fischer and Brian Anderson, are involved in large multicenter trials of psychedelics for patients with advanced cancer (Fischer) or life-limiting illness (Anderson). And yet there are reasons for caution. Eric, did you take your ketamine before this podcast? Eric: No, I did a little psilocybin. Theora: It is.

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GeriPal

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

How should we screen for cognitive impairment? Nate also wrote a NEJM piece last year on Alzheimers Disease, Biomarkers, and mAbs What Does Primary Care Need? We address the following questions with Nate: Has anything changed for the primary care doctor when diagnosing Alzheimers? Does a good history matter anymore? Okay, Non Sequitur.

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