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Calcium, vitamin D may affect long-term health in postmenopausal women

A post hoc analysis of data from the Women's Health Initiative found that those who took calcium and vitamin D supplements had a lower risk for death from cancer and a higher risk for death from cardiovascular disease.

Prior authorization policies varied widely among insurers

A cross-sectional analysis of privately administered Medicare Advantage plans in 2021 evaluated the proportions of government-administered traditional Medicare Part B spending and utilization that would have required prior authorization.

MKSAP Quiz: 2-year history of migraine

A 20-year-old man is evaluated for a 2-year history of migraine that began when he started college. Migraine episodes occur 6 to 12 days per month, with more frequent episodes associated with increased stress from difficult assignments or final examinations. All physical examination findings, including vital signs, are unremarkable. What is the most appropriate preventive measure?

Antifracture effects of zoledronate persist for up to 3.5 years, study suggests

Fracture rates rose from 15 per 1,000 woman-years in the last two years of a six-year trial to 24 fractures in the first two-years of follow-up. In the next two years of follow-up, the rate substantially increased to 42 fractures per 1,000 woman-years.

ACP's identity campaign features internal medicine physicians impacting global health

The College's multiyear identity brand campaign is underscoring the vital role of internal medicine physicians and the value they bring to health care.

Vote for your favorite entry

I.M. Matters Weekly from ACP's cartoon caption contest continues. Readers can vote for their favorite caption to determine the winner.