ACP Internist September 2015
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The need for improvements in the prevention of obesity and diabetes rates in poor and underserved communities has driven new outreach programs that range from smoking cessation in high school to dietary support in grocery stores. -
New guidelines that change the recommendations for practices such as pelvic exams are leading to changes in the mindsets of physicians and patients. -
With prior planning, physicians can ensure that their patients' wishes are followed at the end of life. -
It's common for internists to see and receive referrals back for unprovoked first seizures, leading to considerations of treatment versus waiting.
ACP Hospitalist August 2015
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Hospitalists explore increasing inpatient access to medical records. -
Experts discuss crisis of antimicrobial resistance. -
Outpatient treatment of pulmonary embolism on the rise. -
Communication may be helpful to patients' recovery.
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