Search results for "Antibiotics"
Non-first-line antibiotics prescribed half the time for otitis media, sinusitis, pharyngitis
There is evidence of substantial overuse of non-first-line antibiotics for 3 of the most common conditions in ambulatory care that collectively account for more than 40 million antibiotic prescriptions annually.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2016/11/01/2.htm
1 Nov 2016
Tiny ticks, big myths: Lyme disease pearls
Six easy pearls can help with the growing and controversial elements of treating Lyme disease.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2017/06/lyme.htm
1 Jun 2017
Reduced antibiotic prescribing for self-limiting respiratory tract infections not linked to large increase in serious bacterial infections, study finds
The authors estimated that a general practice with 7,000 patients could expect to see 1.1 additional case of pneumonia annually and 0.9 additional case of peritonsillar abscess per decade if it reduced the proportion of respiratory tract infections resulting in antibiotics prescribed by 10%.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2016/07/12/2.htm
12 Jul 2016
MKSAP Quiz: Evaluation for acute cystitis
A 26-year-old woman is evaluated for acute cystitis of 2 days' duration. She is pregnant at 10 weeks' gestation. Following a physical exam and dipstick urinalysis, what is the most appropriate management?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2023/07/11/3.htm
11 Jul 2023
Resist the urge to overtreat bacteriuria
Antibiotics could be avoided more frequently even in patients who have significant bacteriuria if a physician takes the time to convey potential antibiotic risks.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2019/07/resist-the-urge-to-overtreat-bacteriuria.htm
1 Jul 2019
ACP supports White House antibiotic stewardship forum
Today ACP is participating in a White House forum on antibiotic stewardship, where commitments are being announced to implement changes over the next 5 years to slow the emergence of antibiotic-resistant bacteria, detect resistant strains, preserve the efficacy of existing antibiotics, and prevent the spread of resistant infections.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2015/06/02/5.htm
2 Jun 2015
Integrating oral health into primary care
A comprehensive primary care model that includes oral health is needed to prevent health problems, reduce costs, and provide equitable care.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2021/11/integrating-oral-health-into-primary-care.htm
1 Nov 2021
Guidance issued on antibiotic use, fall prevention in long-term care
Antibiotic recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention address leadership commitment, accountability, drug expertise, policy and practice change, tracking and reporting antibiotic use and outcomes, and education.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2015/09/22/4.htm
22 Sep 2015
Antibiotic prescription rates similar, often inappropriate, for telemedicine and office visits
Both settings had high rates of inappropriate prescribing for conditions such as bronchitis, raising concerns about increased health care costs and antibiotic resistance, a study found.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2015/06/02/4.htm
2 Jun 2015
After splenectomy, clots join infection as potential risks
Fewer splenectomies are being done, but thromboembolic disease afterward is now more recognized and therefore being diagnosed more frequently.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2017/04/splenectomy.htm
1 Apr 2017