January 2025


Physicians can encourage patients and their caregivers to scrutinize their homes for potential hazards using a checklist such as one developed by the CDC Image by Satjawat

Age and the rising risk of falling

More than 14 million U.S. adults, one in four of those ages 65 years and older, report falling each year, according to federal data.

Addressing abdominal pain's many causes

A session at ACG 2024 covered diagnoses similar to IBS that clinicians should keep on their differential and outlined the role of neuromodulators in treating disorders of the gut-brain interaction.

The National Health Service Corps: Superheroes in scrubs

Created in 1972, the National Health Service Corps is a federal program that aims to improve access to primary care health services in under-resourced areas by placing skilled professionals in these communities.

The power of purple in a divided electorate

ACP encourages continued involvement in advocacy even during times with a highly divided electorate.

Restoring trust after rough times in residency

The pandemic made many medical trainees less trustful and engaged. A program director talks about how to win them back.

How to motivate your mentees

An expert shares ideas for coaching others through the hurdles of procrastination, perseveration, and perfectionism.

Obesity hypoventilation syndrome often overlooked

The condition is likely to show up more often in primary care as rates of obesity in the United States climb.

Pearls inform primary care for breast cancer prevention

Counseling women at high risk for breast cancer involves discussing enhanced surveillance, lifestyle interventions, and risk-reducing medications.

Combined rapid flu, COVID-19 test approved

This column reviews recent recalls, alerts, and approvals.

Overreliance on NPs a serious concern

A reader responds to a recent President's Message.

Latest updates on ACP's priorities, initiatives

ACP Spotlight offers readers a look at ACP's current top priorities and initiatives, as well as highlights from our e-newsletter, I.M. Matters Weekly from ACP.

MKSAP Quiz: Hospitalization for fever, night sweats

A 38-year-old woman is hospitalized for fever, night sweats, and a nonproductive cough of 6 weeks' duration. Medical history is significant for Crohn disease. Her only medication is ustekinumab. Following a physical exam and other tests, what is the most likely diagnosis?

Fall prevention, abdominal pain, and more stories

This month's issue covers falls among older adults, addressing abdominal pain, and issues among medical education.

Obituaries

The College notes the passing of Herbert Rothenberg, MD, MACP, and Alexander Sloan Townes, MD, MACP.