Search results for "Opioids"
Internal Medicine Meeting 2017 offers new, rapid-fire session
At Internal Medicine Meeting 2017, expect to hear recent research findings, clinical pearls and pitfalls, and maybe the sound of a gong.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2017/02/preview.htm
1 Feb 2017
Chronic pain program provides model for small practices
New laws in Kentucky meant to curb opioid misuse were drafted from the standpoint of law enforcement and not medical practice, leading to areas of confusion for clinicians and their staff. ACP created a model that practices could follow to improve care for patients.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2015/11/success.htm
1 Nov 2015
Details on COVID-19 treatments authorized for outpatients
This column reviews details on recent recalls, alerts, and approvals.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2022/03/details-on-covid-19-treatments-authorized-for-outpatients.htm
1 Mar 2022
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, ACP Internist Weekly.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2020/04/latest-updates-on-acps-priorities-initiatives.htm
1 Apr 2020
Finding common ground
Rather than standing on the sidelines, ACP selectively supports or opposes issues based on how closely they compare to our own policy recommendations, as determined by our membership.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2018/05/finding-common-ground.htm
1 May 2018
Internists can help with alcohol misuse
New legislation in the Affordable Care Act (ACA) mandates that insurance plans cover alcohol treatment as an essential health care benefit, prompting internists to integrate care for alcohol use disorders into their practices.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2015/10/alcohol.htm
1 Oct 2015
ACP Members push for change at Leadership Day
Leadership Day 2018 hosted more than 350 ACP members and guests to meet with nearly 100 members of Congress and staffers to address seven key issues important to internal medicine.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2018/07/acp-members-push-for-change-at-leadership-day.htm
1 Jul 2018
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, ACP Internist Weekly.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2019/02/latest-updates-on-acps-priorities-initiatives.htm
1 Feb 2019
Warnings on long-term dual antiplatelet therapy, more
This update covers the recall of rapid gram-negative combo panels, approval of an extended-release opioid analgesic, and a new rule about labeling prescription drugs related to pregnancy and lactation.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2015/02/fda.htm
1 Feb 2015
Fibromyalgia characterized by controversy
There is very clear, objective evidence that fibromyalgia is a real problem. But there remains considerable dissent among the medical community about the condition's cause.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2016/09/fibromyalgia.htm
1 Sep 2016