Using Motivational Interviewing Techniques for HIV Prevention
Physicians can use techniques based on motivational interviewing—an evidence-based, patient-centered, collaborative communication style—for HIV prevention.
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Author: Teresa Sellinger
Dupilumab Can Improve Small Airway Dysfunction in Moderate-to-Severe Type 2 Inflammatory Asthma
A study has found that duplimab can improve small airway dysfunction in patients with moderate-to-severe type 2 inflammatory asthma.
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App for Forecasting Seizures May Improve QOL and Feelings of Control Over Condition
An app for forecasting seizure risk was found to be helpful and may result in better QOL, particularly in regard to improved feelings of control for patients.
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Short-Term Weight Loss Plans Should Not Be Discounted in Obesity Treatment
Although long-term diet and exercise improvement is the gold standard in obesity treatment, weight loss can also be achieved during short-term interventions.
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Uptick in STIs Seen After Initiation of PrEP
Increases in rates of gonorrhea and chlamydia following the initiation of PrEP underscores the need for more comprehensive STI testing among PrEP users.
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PrEP Use Varies Among Asian MSM
Among Asian MSM, use of pre-exposure prophylaxis varied based on region of birth and risk for HIV.
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One-Time IV Antibiotics Costly and Not Beneficial
One-time doses of IV antibiotics raised the cost of care and length of ED stay while imparting no significant benefits over oral antibiotics.
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Useful Tools for Substance Use Screening in EDs
Researchers identified screening tools with high sensitivity and simplicity for detecting harmful substance use in the emergency department.
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NOTUS Trial Finds Dupilumab Safe and Efficacious in COPD With Type 2 Inflammation
The phase 3 NOTUS trial found that duplimad can improve lung functions in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with Type 2 inflammation.
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Does PAP Therapy Reduce Mortality and Improve QOL in Obstructive Sleep Apnea?
Positive airway pressure therapy can reduce mortality in patients with obstructive sleep apnea, and improve their overall quality of life.
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Sulthiame May Treat Obstructive Sleep Apnea and Improve Sleep
Researchers have found that sulthiame could be a potentially good treatment for obstructive sleep apnea, and improve patient’s sleep.
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Confident Your Patients Get the Best Care? You Might be Surprised How Care Can Improve
Patient-centered care can be improved, with prioritization of convenience, accessibility and communication from the physician. Physicians can lead the way.
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Clinician Views on Using Social Media Platforms to Relay Medical Information: Useful Tool or Gateway to Medical Misinformation?
As social media platforms continue gaining popularity as medical information resources, healthcare professionals can help combat medical misinformation.
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Q&A: To Increase PrEP Use, Focus on Equity
New research suggests a need “to push beyond PrEP equality and focus on PrEP equity” to increase PrEP uptake and provide PrEP to the people who need it most.
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Q&A: Social Vulnerability Measures Linked With RSV Hospitalization
Increasing social vulnerability is linked to RSV hospitalizations, influenced by socioeconomic status, household composition, minority status, and housing type.
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Psoriasis-Associated Erectile Dysfunction and Metabolic Syndrome Improve With 12-Week Intervention
A low-calorie diet and moderate-intensity exercise intervention for men with obesity improved psoriasis-associated erectile dysfunction and metabolic syndrome.
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“Data to Care” Model Improves Re-Engagement in HIV Care
A “data to care” model that included a disease intervention specialist improved re-engagement in HIV care at 90 days compared with the standard of care.
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Metabolic Health Impacts Liver Fibrosis in Patients With HIV
Weight gain, patient sex, and the presence of metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease all influence fibrosis transitions in those with HIV.
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Gut Permeability and Neuroinflammation Linked in Parkinson’s Disease
A relationship between gut permeability and neuroinflammation has been found in patients with Parkinson’s disease, and what this could mean for the condition.
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