In the past, primary care practices had crash carts that contained medications and equipment for advanced resuscitation in case of a medical emergency. However, the infrequency of such events made these carts unnecessary and they eventually became obsolete. Although patients in ambulatory primary care practices may require emergency care, having the capacity for advanced medical
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An investigational drug called LX9211 could be the first-in-class treatment for post-herpetic neuralgia (PHN), a type of neuropathic pain that can occur after shingles. According to researcher Anand Patel, MD, of Conquest Research in Florida, the drug inhibits adapter protein 2-associated kinase-1 (AAK1), which is known to cause neuropathic pain. The drug performed well in
Medtronic announced that the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved its MiniMed insulin pump system. The MiniMed 780G system is intended for individuals with type 1 diabetes who are over the age of seven. The new system uses the Guardian 4 sensor with SmartGuard technology, which allows it to detect meals and subsequently
Alcohol use disorder (AUD) is a prevalent medical condition that can be treated with evidence-based practices. However, stigma remains a significant barrier to patients receiving the care they need. Primary care physicians must provide a welcoming and judgment-free space for patients to discuss their substance use. Normalizing discussions about alcohol use and shifting the physician-patient
In California, a pilot program has been established to screen for COVID-19 in schools by using scent-trained medical alert dogs. The program was designed to provide an alternative screening method for schools since at-home tests weren’t yet available and antigen testing in schools was time-intensive and used a lot of resources. The program reported an