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Keep up with vaccine recommendations
New vaccines and their recommendations have added complexity and made it tough to stay current. For patients, the extra costs can be prohibitive. Learn how to stay abreast of the requirements and engage patients on the issue.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2013/09/vaccines.htm
1 Sep 2013
During National Immunization Awareness Month, ACP urges internists to discuss vaccinations with their patients
ACP advises adults to get an annual flu vaccine and to use that opportunity to discuss with their internist other vaccinations they might need, including Tdap, pneumococcal, human papillomavirus, hepatitis B, and herpes zoster.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2018/07/31/6.htm
31 Jul 2018
MKSAP Quiz: Burning, itching on the mid-back
A 49-year-old woman is evaluated for recurrent burning and itching on her mid-back that have been present for 2 years. Physical examination discloses ill-defined hyperpigmented patches on the mid-back below the medial aspect of the scapulae, as shown. What is the most likely diagnosis?.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2011/05/mksap.htm
1 May 2011
ACP releases guidebook on aging, immunity, and importance of vaccination
A free guidebook reinforces the importance of immunization among older adults, especially for vaccine-preventable diseases such as shingles, pneumonia, and influenza.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2017/12/19/4.htm
19 Dec 2017
Ask the question to find sexual dysfunction
This issue also covers making time for cancer screening, improving immunization rates, and health care for immigrants.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2019/10/ask-the-question-to-find-sexual-dysfunction.htm
1 Oct 2019
ACIP issues adult immunization schedule for 2018
Updated recommendations include those for herpes zoster and measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) vaccinations.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2018/02/06/1.htm
6 Feb 2018
Options vary for acute pain management
This issue covers guidelines on chronic pain, the utility of the bedside exam, and a new shingles vaccination.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2018/02/options-vary-for-acute-pain-management.htm
1 Feb 2018
More options available for psoriatic arthritis
Internists are the first doctors patients see for joint pain, which means they can make a big difference in preventing the progression of joint diseases such as psoriatic arthritis.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2019/04/more-options-available-for-psoriatic-arthritis.htm
1 Apr 2019
ACP recognizes August as National Immunization Awareness Month, urges adults to get vaccinated
Resources available from ACP include immunization patient education materials, the I Raise the Rates initiative, and the ACP Practice Advisor Adult Immunization Module.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2017/08/01/6.htm
1 Aug 2017
MKSAP Quiz: 1-week history of recurrent episodes of facial pain
A 36-year-old woman with relapsing-remitting MS is evaluated for a 1-week history of recurrent episodes of facial pain that are 1 to 3 seconds in duration and occur spontaneously dozens of times throughout the day. The pain is sharp, severe, and located in the right infraorbital area. During this same period, she has developed worsening bilateral lower extremity weakness and urinary incontinence. After a physical exam and lab studies, what is the most likely cause of the facial pain?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2017/04/25/3.htm
25 Apr 2017