More People Are Dying From Cirrhosis Likely Related to Increased Alcohol Consumption

Trend seen in young people, as well as Native Americans, whites, and Hispanic individuals. Is this test worth considering? Read More...

By Andrea Gundlach, PharmD | 08/13/2025  | Preventive Care

Clinical Advisor: Donald Deye, MD

Heart Disease

Evidence and Advice: Risk of Stroke After Heart Attack May Persist Longer Than Previously Thought

The finding that stroke risk might be elevated for at least 3 months post-MI amplifies need for patient adherence Read More...

By David Modrak, PhD | 07/08/2025  | Preventive Care

Clinical Advisor: Gerrie Gardner, DO, Monique Lucarelli, MD

Pulmonary Disease

Evidence and Advice: Low-Dose Theophylline Does Not Decrease Exacerbations in Patients With COPD, But …

… there are instances where its use is warranted, says our clinical advisor Read More...

By Andrea Gundlach, PharmD | 07/08/2025  | Preventive Care

Clinical Advisor: Alan Goldstein MD

Heart Disease

Role of Biomarkers for the Prevention, Assessment, and Management of Heart Failure: A Scientific Statement From the American Heart Association

We combed through both guidelines and summarized 3 recommendations covering use of biomarkers in ambulatory care Read More...

By Jill E. Allen, PharmD, BCPS | 08/10/2023  | Preventive Care

Clinical Advisor: Geraldine Gardner, DO, FACC, FACP

Diabetes

Guideline Summary: Diabetic Neuropathy: A Position Statement by the American Diabetes Association (EXPIRED)

Prevention, screening/diagnosis, and management strategies addressed. Don't forget about capsaicin for distal symmetric polyneuropathy pain, adds our clinical advisor. Read More...

By Andrea Gundlach, PharmD, MPH | 08/06/2025  | Preventive Care

Clinical Advisor: Harold H. Katz, MD, FACP, FACE

Pulmonary Disease

Guideline Summary: Prevention and Control of Seasonal Influenza with Vaccines: Recommendations of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) — United States, 2017-18 (EXPIRED)

Here’s a quick glance at what has changed year-over-year. Read More...

By Neeta O’Mara, PharmD, BCPS | 08/06/2025  | Preventive Care

Clinical Advisor: Allan Goldstein, MD

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