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The patient was talking to her nurse practitioner as I prepped her flu shot, which she was not happy about receiving. "Sally" was staying at our 24/7 medical respite care center so we could address her out-of-control diabetes. Once patients are under our roof, we try to squeeze in as much preventive care as possible. But Sally was having none of it. Read more »
Mental disorders manual undergoes reorganization
The American Psychiatric Association has announced the release of the fifth edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, which includes the first revision since 1994 of the classifications and criteria of mental disorders. Read more »
Depression doubles risk of death in cancer survivors
Depressed cancer survivors are twice as likely to die prematurely as those who do not suffer from depression, regardless of the cancer site, according to a Dutch study. Read more »
Primary care interventions can reduce alcohol misuse
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force has released a final recommendation on screening and behavioral counseling interventions in primary care to reduce alcohol misuse among adolescents and adults. Read more »
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Groups advocate to end hiv/aids
HIV/AIDS Advocacy Organizations Donna Novak, RN, MSN, CRNP In the United States, the HIV/AIDS epidemic is a human rights issue that brings into focus such social factors as racial and sexual discrimination…» -
Carolyn's Battle with Breast Cancer
When I think of Carolyn, I remember her smile and her courage. Hobbled by breast cancer for years, it could not suppress her spirit. I think about her especially during October-- National Breast Cancer…» -
Deep Geriatrics
I just finished reading “My Mother, Your Mother: Embracing “Slow Medicine”, the Compassionate Approach to Caring for Your Aging Loved Ones” by geriatrician Dennis McCullough, MD. Although there have…» - Letters to the Editor
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