In this Double Take video from the New England Journal of Medicine, Dr. Julie Barzilay discusses the connection between certain strains of human papillomavirus (HPV) and cancer, as well as the evidence to support the safety and efficacy of the HPV vaccine in reducing the risk of cervical...
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Hemorrhoidal Disease: A Review
Importance Hemorrhoidal disease, pathology of the tissue lining of the anal canal, affects approximately 10 million individuals in the US. Hemorrhoidal disease may impair quality of life due to bleeding, pain, anal irritation, and tissue prolapse.
Observations Hemorrhoids are classified...
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Diagnosis and Treatment of Obstructive Sleep Apnea
This Clinical Insights discusses the role primary care clinicians have in screening, diagnostic testing, and treatment of patients with obstructive sleep apnea.
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Prostatitis: A Review
Importance Prostatitis is defined as infection, inflammation, or pain of the prostate gland and affects approximately 9.3% of men in their lifetime.
Observations Acute bacterial prostatitis consists of a urinary tract infection (UTI) that includes infection of the prostate, typically...
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The 2024 National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine Long COVID Definition: What Clinicians Need to Know
Millions of Americans affected by Long COVID (LC) report difficulty accessing care and support. One barrier is obtaining a diagnosis. In response, US federal agencies commissioned a National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (NASEM) committee to re-examine the existing federal...
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Understanding and Managing Headaches in Children and Teens
This JAMA Pediatrics Patient Page discusses symptoms and treatment of headaches in children and teens.
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As-Needed Albuterol–Budesonide in Mild Asthma
Background: As-needed use of albuterol-budesonide has been shown to result in a significantly lower risk of severe asthma exacerbation than as-needed use of albuterol alone among patients with moderate-to-severe asthma. Data on albuterol-budesonide in mild asthma are needed.
Methods: We...
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Managing Adverse Effects of Incretin-Based Medications for Obesity
This JAMA Insights explores optimal strategies for managing the adverse effects associated with incretin-based medications for obesity, including semaglutide and tirzepatide.
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Approach to lubricant use for sexual activity
Objective: To present health care providers with an inclusive, evidence-based framework to identify patients who may benefit from lubricant use during sexual activity, and assist patients in selecting a lubricant tailored to their specific needs.
Sources of information: A MEDLINE, PubMed...
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