September 15th 2025
CMS announces application details as RFK calls it ‘the largest investment ever made’ to improve rural health.
September 10th 2025
Apple Watch Series 11 introduces notifications for possible chronic high blood pressure. The company projects to catch more than one million previously undiagnosed cases of hypertension within a year of release.
September 9th 2025
HHS Secretary Kennedy, Ag Secretary Rollins roll out action steps for national initiative on health.
The reasons why patients don't take mediations are not insurmountable hurdles for physicians
September 2nd 2025
Joint essay adds to collective criticism of HHS secretary’s handling of health care.
The risks of prescribing GLP-1 drugs: Pharma ties and kickbacks
GLP-1s are in high demand from patients, and the results are often impressive. But are there hidden risks in prescribing these drugs?
The risks of prescribing GLP-1 drugs: Are there long-term risks for these relatively new drugs?
The risks of prescribing GLP-1 drugs: Telehealth risks
Device designed to help the large population of patients suffering from ventricular tachycardia receives FDA designation
Adagio Medical Receives FDA Breakthrough Device Designation for its Cryoablation System that targets VT
The risks of prescribing GLP-1 drugs: Prior authorization and denials
The risks of prescribing GLP-1 drugs: Compounded versions
The risks of prescribing GLP-1 drugs: The importance of informed consent
Obesity’s $250 billion problem
Are we solving a medical crisis or creating a financial catastrophe?
The risks of prescribing GLP-1 drugs: Off-label use
The risks of prescribing GLP-1 drugs: Are there hidden risks?
The risks of prescribing GLP-1 drugs: What doctors need to know
Empowering patient self-management through telehealth
For patients struggling with self-management, telehealth offers solutions by creating new ways to engage that make the care process less taxing, less costly, and more effective.
Targeted alerts may help doctors choose the right antibiotics
Large NIH-funded studies show real-time alerts help doctors reduce unnecessary use of strong antibiotics
Light-based technology developed for non-invasive glucose monitoring
RSP Systems achieves major milestone in non-invasive glucose monitoring technology
Primary care’s crucial role in ending HIV: A call to action
By normalizing HIV conversations, primary care physicians can help turn the tide against HIV.
The case for value-based care in women’s health: A win-win in improving maternal care
Addressing the unique, complex needs in women’s health care while improving care, easing the burden on OB-GYNs, and ensuring adequate payment.
Wearables, smartphones and RPM can improve heart health — if patients can get the tech and use it
American Heart Association says physicians should consider how digital drivers of health affect patients.
It's time for a new approach to obesity care
Experts urge physicians to move beyond outdated metrics and weight stigma during a panel discussion at the ACP Internal Medicine Meeting in New Orleans.
Nearly 40% of type 2 diabetes patients quit medication — what can be done?
The future of diabetes management: GLPs, new technologies and the ongoing quest for a cure
GLP drugs, new technology and breakthroughs in research are transforming diabetes care — and fueling hope for a cure.
Older Americans want Medicare to cover weight-loss drugs, but cost is a sticking point
As obesity medications gain popularity, many older Americans support coverage — but not higher premiums.
Patients are willing to wait to see their own doctor
New research in the Annals of Family Medicine explores how visit type, urgency and patient demographics shape the balance between continuity and convenience.
‘Global freeloading’ drives up drug prices for Americans, analysis says
Policy center argues patients around the world benefit when Americans pay more than their fair share for research and medicines.
Addressing the growing mental health crisis in pediatrics
A view from the front lines in a pediatric practice.
Infections love junk food
High-fat diet may weaken immune response, study finds
Bladder cancer: Challenges, innovations and opportunities for primary care physicians
Because early detection is key, here is what clinicians should know about advanced strategies and emerging treatments to optimize patient outcomes in bladder cancer management.
As measles outbreak grows, primary care physicians can promote vaccines by building trust with patients
Public health experts describe the latest on measles cases in Texas and broader concerns about vaccinations.
Just 43% of Medicaid managed care plans cover all FDA-approved alcohol use disorder medications
Limited coverage may hinder personalized treatment options for alcohol use disorder.
The state of primary care: An introduction
Primary Care Collaborative President and CEO Ann Greiner, MCP, discusses primary care in the U.S. health care system.
Balancing cost and care: How cardiac physicians and health care providers can adapt to changing reimbursement structures
Here’s why doctors should consider bringing cardiac monitoring in-house to improve patient care.