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ADA supports A1C for diabetes diagnosis
The A1C test is now a recommended method of diagnosing diabetes, according to new clinical practice recommendations from the American Diabetes Association.
Expert panel updates adult immunization schedule
The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) recommends several important changes to the adult immunization schedule.
MKSAP Quiz: 4-day history of swelling and severe pain
A 69-year-old man is evaluated for a 4-day history of swelling and severe pain of the dorsum of his hand.
Imaging groups issue recommendations on screening for breast cancer
The American College of Radiology and the Society of Breast Imaging have released new recommendations on screening for breast cancer in both average- and high-risk women.
Antidepressants better than placebo only in severely depressed
Antidepressant medications are more effective than placebo in patients with severe depression, but provide minimal or no benefit to patients with mild or moderate symptoms, according to a new meta-analysis.
Most doctors delay end-of-life talks with terminal patients who feel well
Despite guidelines recommending that physicians discuss end-of-life options with terminally ill patients, most who see cancer patients would not do so as long as their patients are feeling well, according to a nationwide survey.
High-dose seasonal flu vaccine approved
The FDA recently approved a new high-dose vaccine against seasonal influenza subtypes A and B for patients 65 and older.
CMS to launch provider satisfaction survey
The annual Medicare Contractor Provider Satisfaction Survey launches this month.
The next issue of ACP Internist is online
The January 2010 issue of ACP Internist is online and coming soon to your mailbox.
Search committee established for ACP EVP/CEO
The American College of Physicians has established a search committee for the position of Executive Vice President/Chief Executive Officer (EVP/CEO).
Web-based tool helps practices improve performance
ACP has developed a Web-based tool to help primary care practices improve performance. The Medical Home Builder was initially designed to assist those interested in participating in a patient-centered medical home demonstration project.
ACP reminds public to get flu shots during National Influenza Week
ACP is reminding physicians and the public to get their H1NI and seasonal flu shots--if they haven't already--during National Influenza Week, Jan. 10-16.
Put words in our mouth
ACP InternistWeekly wants readers to create captions for this cartoon and help choose the winner. Pen the winning caption and win a $50 gift certificate good toward any ACP product, program or service.