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New guideline on managing congenital heart disease recommends ongoing subspecialty care

The American College of Cardiology and the American Heart Association, in conjunction with other cardiovascular societies, updated a guideline on care for adults who were born with heart defects.

Some THC products may improve chronic pain in the short term, review finds

Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC)-containing products may offer some short-term relief of chronic pain but carry risk for adverse effects, according to a new systematic review.

MKSAP Quiz: ICU care for resuscitated patient

A 44-year-old woman is evaluated in the ICU 1 day after hospital admission. She was found unresponsive and pulseless at home, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation was initiated by emergency medical services, with return of spontaneous circulation. Following a physical exam and other tests, what is the most appropriate management?

Guidance issued on diagnosis, management of PAD in diabetes

A scientific statement from the American College of Cardiology covers screening, lifestyle and exercise recommendations, medications, and other topics in patients with diabetes who have or are at risk for peripheral artery disease (PAD).

ACP updates quality improvement curriculum

Free for ACP members, the curriculum offers physician-developed step-by-step guidance to help practices design, implement, and sustain an effective quality improvement program.

Obesity care grant opportunity open for ACP members

Up to seventeen $25,000 grants will be awarded in spring 2026. The submission deadline is Jan. 28, 2026.

And the winner is …

I.M. Matters Weekly from ACP has tallied the voting from its latest cartoon contest, where readers are invited to match wits against their peers to provide the most original and amusing caption.