Lung cancer is the second most common cause of cancer and is the leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States. Screening for lung cancer in high-risk individuals can prevent deaths. This article will discuss the United States Preventive Services Task Force’s updated screening guidelines for lung cancer and explain pertinent information for the primary care clinician.

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You may not think much about your clinical attire, but it turns out that patients do—at least subconsciously. In a survey, 487 adults rated stock images of male and female clinicians according to experience and professionalism. It looks like white coats are…

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Bear with us as we kick off the newsletter with an untimely reference. The movie Caddyshack struck comedy gold in 1980, so when Caddyshack II hit theaters eight years later, anyone looking for a belly laugh was faced with…

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Fasting is no new kid on the block, but recent years have made what used to be a dietary practice reserved for religious rituals or intensive cleanses, a mainstream diet. As you may have noticed, the masses have jumped on the bandwagon with the promise of a novel way to lose a few pounds. The real draw is…

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The American Heart Association (AHA) has released a shiny new scientific statement on the treatment of mild-moderate hypertension and hyperlipidemia, and initial treatment should be—wait for it…

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Remember the infamous Super Bowl LI, in which the Atlanta Falcons mounted a 28-3 lead against the New England Patriots in the third-quarter? It was, surely, an insurmountable lead. Falcon fans were high-fiving and texting each other congratulations. Then touchdown by touchdown, the Pats erased all the Falcons’ momentum and hopes of victory…

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No, when it comes to installments of the Godfather trilogy. Likely yes, when it comes to inhaler therapy for moderate-to-severe persistent asthma.

Researchers conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis of 20 randomized clinical trials to determine…

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