Q&A: Identifying the Optimal Ferritin Cutoff for Accurate Iron Deficiency Diagnosis
Ferritin cutoffs for testing are highly variable in primary care and significantly impact the diagnosis and treatment of iron deficiency in this setting.
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Screening for Inactivity Tied to Lower Comorbidity Rates
Adults screened for inactivity during well visits presented with lower rates of several comorbid conditions, including obesity, diabetes, and hypertension.
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Recommendations Aim for More Inclusive Pulse Oximeter Testing
Draft recommendations from the FDA call for larger, more inclusive studies to ensure pulse oximeters work for people with darker skin.
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Reducing Burnout: Practical Tips for Primary Care
An appropriate amount of time spent on EHRs at home and efficiency of the primary care team are associated with lower odds of burnout among US physicians.
Read MoreAddressing the Risk of Identity Theft in the Medical Office
Identity theft in the medical setting encompasses two issues: fraudulent use of patient information and breaching medical records. In the first situation, the medical office uses patient information to bill for work that was not...
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