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Mediterranean diet could be an effective first-line intervention for IBS
Patients with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) who were randomized to six weeks of a Mediterranean diet had greater improvement in symptoms than those assigned to a traditional healthy diet, a British trial found.
RSV vaccine effective in the real world, manufacturer study finds
The respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccine was 92% effective against hospitalization or ED visits due to RSV in an analysis of adults ages 60 years or older vaccinated during the 2023-2024 season.
MKSAP Quiz: Concern about bone health
A 58-year-old woman is evaluated during a routine office visit. Her older sister was recently diagnosed with a fragility fracture, and the patient is concerned about her own bone health. Following a physical exam, what is the most appropriate next step in management?
Model predicts 10-year risk of heart failure after early-stage breast cancer
Older age and receipt of anthracycline therapy were both significantly associated with an increased 10-year risk of heart failure or cardiomyopathy among women with early-stage breast cancer.
New ACP position paper addresses ethical considerations in organ transplantation
As transplantation medicine and technology evolve, they must be guided by foundational and enduring ethical principles and medical professionalism, the College says.
New Long COVID Resource Hub features evidence-based tools and education
ACP, in collaboration with the Council of Medical Specialty Societies, launched the hub to help clinicians navigate evolving evidence and care for patients experiencing post-COVID-19 conditions.
Put words in our mouth
I.M. Matters Weekly from ACP wants readers to create captions for our new cartoon and help choose the winner. Pen the winning caption and win a $50 gift certificate good toward any ACP product, program, or service.