Search results for "Diabetes"
Central line infections in ICUs fell 58% between 2001 and 2009
Endocrine Society launches diabetes e-learning initiative
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2011/03/08/7.htm
8 Mar 2011
Antihypertensives lower risk for CVD patients without hypertension
MKSAP Quiz: 3-week history of fatigue, nausea, and poor appetite
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2011/03/08/2.htm
8 Mar 2011
Less microalbuminuria but more CV deaths with olmesartan
Low cognition at discharge may impede elderly patients' self-care
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2011/03/15/4.htm
15 Mar 2011
Lower blood pressure targets of unproven value in chronic kidney disease
MKSAP Quiz: bleeding gums and petechiae
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2011/03/15/2.htm
15 Mar 2011
An easy screen for an overlooked disease
Despite poor awareness and a lack of training on handling peripheral artery disease, internists can and should be able to recognize the symptoms and manage 95% of cases. Experts advise how to diagnose and treat the condition.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2011/04/PAD.htm
1 Apr 2011
Blueprint reveals clinical slant to upcoming genomics research
The 10th anniversary of the publication of the entire sequenced human genome is celebrated with another publication, this time of clinical applications for the research. Not only can diseases be treated, but better drugs and streamlined clinical trials may result.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2011/04/genomics.htm
1 Apr 2011
Integrate mental health into medical practice
Partnerships between internists and mental health professionals are rare but proving their worth. Advantages include recognizing symptoms in a primary care setting and easing co-management for providers and patients alike.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2011/04/integrate.htm
1 Apr 2011
Adult immunization rates fall far short of goals
The CDC's Healthy People 2010 campaign aimed to have 60% of high-risk patients under 65 vaccinated against pneumonia and influenza. Actual immunization rates may be half of that. The president of the National Foundation for Infectious Diseases describes the barriers and the solutions.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2011/04/immunize.htm
1 Apr 2011
MKSAP Quiz: severe knee pain and swelling
A 78-year-old man with a 15-year history of osteoarthritis is evaluated for severe pain and swelling of the left knee of 4 days' duration. What is the most appropriate treatment for this patient?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2011/04/26/3.htm
26 Apr 2011
AHA statement designates optimal triglyceride levels
The American Heart Association has defined the optimal upper limit for fasting triglycerides as 100 mg/dL, while elevated levels are still defined as 150 mg/dL or higher, according to a new scientific statement.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2011/04/26/1.htm
26 Apr 2011