Screening

A recent review links symptom dismissal to depression, care avoidance and delayed diagnoses — raising urgent questions for physicians facing uncertain cases.

Evidence-based strategies for delivering unexpected or life-changing diagnoses with empathy, clarity and professionalism — while maintaining trust in the process.

Fear, inconvenience and distrust in doctors are keeping patients away from preventive care — even as health risks climb.

Dementia costs will soar to $781 billion by 2025, driven by unpaid caregiving and lost income, highlighting the emotional toll on families.

Businesses challenge authority to require health insurance coverage for free screenings for cancer, other ills.

A new study shows a sharp drop in early diagnoses after major disasters — and a rebound in late-stage cases.

The important role of primary care doctors after your patient is diagnosed with cancer.

People who requested genetic tests were customers, not patients, so legal protection may be limited.

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.

Primary care must lead the way in elevating dementia to the same priority level as cardiovascular disease, cancer and diabetes

Researchers compare patient engagement strategies to improve genetic testing uptake in primary care practices.

South Korean researchers find that AI-assisted mammography interpretation significantly improves breast cancer detection rates without increasing recall rates

Primary care physicians have a chance to save lives through early detection of cancer.

U.S. Preventive Services Task Force taking nominations through mid-March for national panel of health care advisers.

Targeted Genomics’ new at-home GlutenID test provides consumers direct access to their inherited risk profile.

Autonomous solution doesn’t require dilation in vast majority of cases

Primary care, oncology can use team approach to improve prevention and screening efforts.

Just one-third of U.S. counties have gastroenterologists, leaving millions without sufficient digestive care.

Screenings are also crucial, but prior authorization requirements create a barrier to care.

A new study highlights the potential of AI for early detection of PH.

A family medicine specialist who works with cancer survivorship explains a study that shows how vital screenings are for patients.

New study highlights gaps in education on preventive screening, genetic testing and mental health support for adoptees with limited family history.

A Mass General Brigham study suggests that LLMs could be used to aid clinicians during physical exams.

One in four Americans experience functional decline by age 65, making fall risk management crucial for primary care practices.

Evidence is uncertain about effectiveness of screening in men.

Practical strategies for delivering life-changing news with empathy and expertise.

It’s not too late to make a new year’s resolution to eat better. Here’s some good advice on eating for patients and physicians.

A recent systematic review analyzed the use of Brief Geriatric Assessments (BGAs) as a tool for screening older adults in primary care settings.

Physical inactivity is a major risk factor for several chronic health conditions and should set off red flags during primary care visits.

Early screening for cancer is critical and PCPs play a major role in educating patients about regular screenings.