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Top 20 Research Studies of 2020 for Primary Care Physicians
This article summarizes the top 20 research studies of 2020 identified as POEMs (patient-oriented evidence that matters), including the two most highly rated guidelines of the year on gout and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Regarding COVID-19, handwashing and social distancing through stay-at-home orders or quarantine measures are effective at slowing the spread of illness. Use of proper face masks (not gaiters or bandanas) is also effective at preventing trans- mission. This is important because the virus can infect others during the presymptomatic phase. Aspirin can no longer be recommended for the primary...
Source: American Family Physician - July 15, 2021 Category: Primary Care Authors: Roland Grad Mark H Ebell Source Type: research

What's New in Vaccine Science.
Abstract Today vaccines can provide immunity against and treatment of a growing number of diseases including noninfectious conditions. Vaccine science continues to evolve newer and safer ways to deliver prevention and treatment of infectious and noninfectious diseases. This includes new adjuvants to enhance immunogenicity; delivery systems to reduce pain and improve acceptability; a wider range of uses including preventing emerging infectious diseases, such as Zika virus and Ebola, treatment of chronic diseases, such as cancer, and autoimmune disorders; and repurposing of existing vaccines, such as bacillus Calmet...
Source: Primary Care - July 29, 2020 Category: Primary Care Authors: Savoy M Tags: Prim Care Source Type: research

What ’s New in Vaccine Science
Today vaccines can provide immunity against and treatment of a growing number of diseases including noninfectious conditions. Vaccine science continues to evolve newer and safer ways to deliver prevention and treatment of infectious and noninfectious diseases. This includes new adjuvants to enhance immunogenicity; delivery systems to reduce pain and improve acceptability; a wider range of uses including preventing emerging infectious diseases, such as Zika virus and Ebola, treatment of chronic diseases, such as cancer, and autoimmune disorders; and repurposing of existing vaccines, such as bacillus Calmette-Gu érin for novel therapies.
Source: Primary Care: Clinics in Office Practice - July 3, 2020 Category: Primary Care Authors: Margot Savoy Source Type: research

Top 20 Research Studies of 2019 for Primary Care Physicians.
This article summarizes the clinical questions and bottom-line answers from the top 20 POEMs of 2019. Taking blood pressure medications at night results in a large mortality reduction over six years compared with morning dosing. Automated devices are the best way to measure blood pressure. Nonfasting lipid profiles are preferred over fasting lipid profiles, and nonfasting and fasting lipid profiles are equally effective at predicting risk. The benefit of statins for primary prevention in people 75 years and older is uncertain at best. Aspirin has no net benefit for primary prevention of cardiovascular disease and has no ef...
Source: American Family Physician - May 14, 2020 Category: Primary Care Authors: Ebell MH, Grad R Tags: Am Fam Physician Source Type: research

Mind the gaps: a qualitative study of perceptions of healthcare professionals on challenges and proposed remedies for cervical cancer help-seeking in post conflict northern Uganda
Conclusions: Operational level healthcare professionals in northern Uganda reported several practical challenges facing cervical cancer care that influence their decisions, management goals and practices. The challenges and proposed remedies can inform targeted interventions for early detection, management, and control of cervical cancer in Uganda.
Source: BMC Family Practice - December 17, 2013 Category: Primary Care Authors: Amos MwakaHenry WabingaHarriet Mayanja-Kizza Source Type: research

New approach to managing genital warts.
CONCLUSION: The new treatments of external genital warts can reduce the pain of treatment and the number of office visits. Other treatment methods are still useful in certain situations. PMID: 23851535 [PubMed - in process]
Source: Canadian Family Physician Medecin de Famille Canadien - July 1, 2013 Category: Primary Care Authors: Lopaschuk CC Tags: Can Fam Physician Source Type: research