Latest News
Training in Ethics and Prescribing May Curb Opioid Overprescribing
Nearly Half of Patients Do Not Disclose Imminent Threats to Physicians
Cases of Severe Lung Injury After Vaping Reported
AHA Reports Prescription Omega-3 Fatty Acids Lower Triglycerides
Cleaning Bundle Cost-Effective for Preventing Hospital-Associated Infection
FDA Proposes Graphic Warning Labels on Cigarettes
Pediatric Cannabis Exposure Up Following Legalization of Medical Marijuana
Apple Cider Vinegar Soaks Do Not Improve Skin Barrier Integrity in Atopic Dermatitis
Personalized Shared Decision-Making Training Improves Physician Communication Skills
CDC Reports More Than One-Third of US Youth Exposed to Secondhand Smoke
Pattern of Antipsychotic Prescribing in Children With ADHD Concerning
Coffee May Speed Up Recovery of Function After Bowel Surgery
USPSTF Recommends Screening Adults for Illicit Drug Use
New Trial Attempts to Make Genetic Counseling and Testing More Accessible
Latest Features
Scabies: A Health Issue for Migrants and Their Host Countries
Researchers outline an efficient algorithm for treatment of large numbers of patients with confirmed or suspected scabies infestations.
ACP Releases Policy Statement on DOI, COI Management for Clinical Guideline Development
The American College of Physicians endorses the necessity of a comprehensive process for disclosure of potential conflicts of interest to ensure the integrity of clinical guidelines and guidance statements.
Diabetes Across Ethnicities and Cultures: An AACE Guide to Transcultural Diabetes Care
The AACE has produced a position statement addressing population-specific challenges and practical steps for clinicians with regard to diabetes care for African Americans, Latinx/Hispanics, Asian Americans, and Native Americans.
The “Good Cholesterol” Myth of HDL: Is It Time to Retire the Label?
Although high-density lipoprotein cholesterol has been deemed the “good cholesterol,” this label may be misleading and outdated given that there is little evidence to support a causal relationship with CVD risk reduction.
Latest Blogs
Managing Controlled Substances in Everyday Prescribing
The landscape of prescribing practices is constantly evolving, and clinicians must stay informed to ensure responsible prescribing of controlled substances.
Overcoming Aftershock: Six Ways You Can Prepare to Return to Work After a Long Absence
As with any profession, returning to work after long-term absence because of illness or injury can be daunting for healthcare providers.
Honoring Women in Medicine: Reader Responses
Medical Bag is sharing your stories about the women behind the white coats.
IDSA/SHEA Publish Updated C difficile Infection Clinical Guidelines
The updated guideline provides recommendations for the treatment of recurrent Clostridium difficile infections.
