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Distinctive Gut Microbial Composition Seen for Progressors to Rheumatoid Arthritis
Distinctive Gut Microbial Composition Seen for Progressors to Rheumatoid Arthritis
TUESDAY, Nov. 12, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- At-risk individuals who progress to rheumatoid arthritis (RA) have a distinctive gut microbial composition, according to a study published online Nov. 7 in the Annals of the Rheumatic Diseases.Christopher M. Rooney, from...
Resilience Practices You Can Easily Adopt to Improve Well-Being
Resilience Practices You Can Easily Adopt to Improve Well-Being
Andrea Austin, MD, shares her insights on resilience practices clinicians can use to improve well-being and regain focus in difficult circumstances.
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Study Examines Current State of PIVC Complications & Documentation
Study Examines Current State of PIVC Complications & Documentation
Overall, clinicians utilize guidance for inserting peripheral IV catheters, and studies show clinical and financial benefits associated with such guidelines.
Urine ACR Independently Predicts Mortality in RA
Urine ACR Independently Predicts Mortality in RA
ACR was a key indicator of risk for mortality in RA with chronic renal insufficiency, predicting all-cause mortality better than eGFR.
Long-term Effectiveness of Brodalumab in Treating Scalp and Nail Psoriasis
Long-term Effectiveness of Brodalumab in Treating Scalp and Nail Psoriasis
The following is a summary of “Brodalumab is Effective for Psoriasis Patients with Difficult-to-treat Body Regions: Results from an Observational Clinical Study,” published in the November 2024 issue of Dermatology by Dauth et al. Researchers conducted a...
Distinctive Gut Microbial Composition Seen for Progressors to Rheumatoid Arthritis
Distinctive Gut Microbial Composition Seen for Progressors to Rheumatoid Arthritis
TUESDAY, Nov. 12, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- At-risk individuals who progress to rheumatoid arthritis (RA) have a distinctive gut microbial composition, according to a study published online Nov. 7 in the Annals of the Rheumatic Diseases.Christopher M. Rooney, from...
Resilience Practices You Can Easily Adopt to Improve Well-Being
Resilience Practices You Can Easily Adopt to Improve Well-Being
Andrea Austin, MD, shares her insights on resilience practices clinicians can use to improve well-being and regain focus in difficult circumstances.
Study Examines Current State of PIVC Complications & Documentation
Study Examines Current State of PIVC Complications & Documentation
Overall, clinicians utilize guidance for inserting peripheral IV catheters, and studies show clinical and financial benefits associated with such guidelines.
Urine ACR Independently Predicts Mortality in RA
Urine ACR Independently Predicts Mortality in RA
ACR was a key indicator of risk for mortality in RA with chronic renal insufficiency, predicting all-cause mortality better than eGFR.
Long-term Effectiveness of Brodalumab in Treating Scalp and Nail Psoriasis
Long-term Effectiveness of Brodalumab in Treating Scalp and Nail Psoriasis
The following is a summary of “Brodalumab is Effective for Psoriasis Patients with Difficult-to-treat Body Regions: Results from an Observational Clinical Study,” published in the November 2024 issue of Dermatology by Dauth et al. Researchers conducted a...
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Reducing In-Home Smoking: Practical Approaches for Primary Care Clinicians
Reducing In-Home Smoking: Practical Approaches for Primary Care Clinicians
Clinicians can use strategies to reduce in-home smoking, including coaching sessions, educating patients about indoor pollutants, and reinforcing behavioral change.
LGBTQ Underrepresentation in Value-Based Care
LGBTQ Underrepresentation in Value-Based Care
The success of inclusive value-based care is essential to improving population health disparities and health outcomes for the LGBTQ community.
Why Aren’t Your Patients Taking Their Meds?
Why Aren’t Your Patients Taking Their Meds?
All kinds of different reasons exist for why patients aren't taking their medications. Learning patients' reasons can help physicians address the problem.
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Expert Panel Issues Enhanced Guidance for PsA Diagnosis, Assessment, and Management
This course discusses an evidence-based best practice guidance for assessing and managing patients with psoriatic arthritis.
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Why Successful Interoperability is Essential for Healthy Revenue
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