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Colorectal cancer screening rising in younger populations

Three new studies looked at the rates, types, and results of colorectal cancer screening in patients ages 45 to 49 years in recent years.

Thigh-length compression stockings do not prevent recurrence of vasovagal syncope

Thigh-length elastic compression stockings did not significantly reduce overall recurrence rates of vasovagal syncope, although fewer syncopal episodes occurred while patients were wearing real stockings compared to sham stockings, a trial showed.

MKSAP Quiz: Diabetes follow-up

A 63-year-old woman is evaluated during routine follow-up for type 2 diabetes mellitus diagnosed 6 months ago. Following a physical exam and lab studies, what is the most appropriate next step in management?

Structured lifestyle intervention improved global cognition in at-risk older adults, trial finds

A structured lifestyle intervention including exercise, diet, cognitive challenge and social engagement, and cardiovascular health monitoring resulted in a statistically significant cognitive benefit in older adults at risk of cognitive decline compared with a self-directed intervention, a trial found.

ACP urges adults to get vaccinated during National Immunization Month

ACP's Adult Immunization Resource Hub includes information to assist physicians and their teams in assessing, understanding, and improving adult immunization rates.

ACP Board Prep Curriculum for Educators now includes videos

A new sample slide set is available for preview.

Vote for your favorite entry

I.M. Matters Weekly from ACP's cartoon caption contest continues. Readers can vote for their favorite caption to determine the winner.