Demographic Differences Identified in Missed, Kept Visits for HIV Care
Researchers sought to evaluate differences for missed-visit compared to kept-visit measures among different subgroups of people living with HIV.
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Practice Restrictions for Buprenorphine Prescribing Among Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants
Researchers examined the proportions of nurse practitioners and physician assistants with waivers to prescribe buprenorphine and the association with state regulations that restrict their scope of practice.
Blood Lead Level Screening in Children, Pregnant Women: Updated Guidelines From the USPSTF
The USPSTF concluded that the current evidence is insufficient to assess the balance of benefits and harms of screening for elevated blood lead levels in asymptomatic children and pregnant women.
ACP Issues Guidance Statement for Breast Cancer Screening in Average-Risk, Asymptomatic Women
The ACP’s guidance statement does not apply to women with prior abnormal screening results or to women with a history of breast cancer or increased risk factors.
Ovarian Cancer Screening: Assessing the Risks and Benefits
Gynecologists may be more likely to change their beliefs about ovarian cancer screening when presented with more detailed evidence about screening benefits and harms.
USPSTF Updates Recommendations for Screening, Behavioral Interventions to Reduce Unhealthy Alcohol Use
The USPSTF recommends that primary care providers assess for unhealthy use of alcohol and offer behavioral counseling interventions in patients ≥18 years of age.
Improving Insulin Access: ADA Public Policy Recommendations
The American Diabetes Association (ADA) has released a public policy statement that outlines long- and short-term recommendations for improving insulin affordability.
Seasonal Allergies: Treatment Tips From the FDA
The US Food & Drug Administration (FDA) has released updated tips for the treatment of seasonal allergies.
CVS Unintentionally Reveals HIV Status of 6000 Customers
CVS Health faces lawsuit for revealing the HIV status of 6000 patients in Ohio.
Utility of Newer HIV Testing Options Among Young Black MSM, Transgender Women
Consistent HIV testing among Black MSM can be increased with newer HIV testing options.
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