Join us as we combat the staggering statistics of cancer. With over 600,000 lives lost last year, and 40% of cases preventable, the urgency is clear. This April, in honor of National Cancer Prevention Month 2024, we’re assembling various cancer-related screening and prevention guidelines to help the fight against this devastating disease. Together, let’s turn […]
February is American Heart Month, a time when all people are encouraged to focus on their cardiovascular health. Cardiovascular disease (CVD) isn’t exclusive to older adults. Data show that CVD and CVD mortality are increasing among younger populations. 1 in every 3 deaths in the United States is related to cardiovascular disease. For American Heart […]
Missed out on the latest clinical practice guidelines? Here’s a list of all the guidelines and FDA drug approvals that were published during the last month.
Hundreds of clinical practice guidelines are published each year. In 2023, a total of 224 guidelines were published in the United States alone marking a 16% increase from prior year. We’ve seen a spike in guidelines being published in the months of May (32 guidelines) and August (24 guidelines) in 2023 versus a spike of […]
National Thyroid Awareness Month
Missed out on the latest clinical practice guidelines? Here’s a list of all the guidelines and FDA drug approvals that were published during the last month.
Crohn’s and Colitis Awareness Week
Missed out on the latest clinical practice guidelines? Here’s a list of all the guidelines and FDA drug approvals that were published during the last month.
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November is National Diabetes Awareness Month and November 14th marks World Diabetes Day, an opportunity to raise awareness around diabetes prevention and fighting this disease. About 37 million Americans are impacted by this disease which can affect the heart, kidneys, & nerves. For National Diabetes Month 2023, we’ve put together a list of all […]
November marks Lung Cancer Awareness Month and November 11 is dedicated to National Lung Cancer Awareness Day. Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death among men and women in the United States, accounting for more deaths than colon cancer, breast cancer and prostate cancer combined. There are two main forms of lung cancer […]
Missed out on the latest clinical practice guidelines? Here’s a list of all the guidelines and FDA drug approvals that were published during the last month.
October is Cancer Awareness Month as well as Liver Cancer Awareness Month. Hepatocellular Carcinoma, (HCC for short), or Liver Cancer, is the third most deadliest cancer in the United States. Each year, tens of thousands of new cases are reported, and as many as 30,000 deaths caused by HCC alone. For Liver Cancer Awareness Month […]
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and October 13, 2023 is National Metastatic Breast Cancer Awareness Day. An important month that is recognized by nearly all of the leading professional and patient-facing organizations including advocacy groups representing oncology, women’s health, breast cancer survivors and all the related healthcare professionals. This includes respected organizations like American […]
Management of Endometrial Intraepithelial Neoplasia or Atypical Endometrial Hyperplasia Author:American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) Published:September 1, 2023 Outpatient Treatment of Confirmed COVID-19 Author:American College of Physicians (ACP) Published:September 19, 2023 Optimal Timing of Elective Hip or Knee Arthroplasty for Patients with Symptomatic Moderate to Severe Osteoarthritis or Advanced Symptomatic Osteonecrosis with Secondary Arthritis […]
Every year cardiovascular disease claims million of lives worldwide. World Heart Day, which is celebrated globally on September 29th serves as a reminder to prioritize heart health and take measures against heart disease. This occasion offers an opportunity to raise awareness about the significance of maintaining the heart, educating individuals on factors that affect global […]
September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. Prostate cancer is the second most common cancer among men, and 1 in 9 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer during their lifetime. Prostate cancer is the leading site of new cancers diagnosed and the number two cause of death for males. For Prostate Cancer Awareness Month 2023 […]
September is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), ovarian cancer is the second most common gynecologic cancer in the United States and causes more deaths than any other cancer of the female reproductive system. In this article, we will be taking a look at the current clinical […]
Folic Acid Supplementation to Prevent Neural Tube Defects: Preventive Medication Author:United States Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) Published:August 2023 Prevention of Acquisition of HIV: Preexposure Prophylaxis Author:United States Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) Published:August 2023 Palliative Care for People with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease or Interstitial Lung Disease Author:European Respiratory Society (ERS) Published:August 17, 2023 […]
Through Step 2 you’ve now collected data about your organization relevant to the recommendation you want to implement. Getting to know the current state of your institution is foundational for implementing your chosen recommendation, but so is having a shared structure for change when beginning the transformation process. Consequently, Step 3 is where we address […]
National Immunization Awareness Month (NIAM) is an annual observance held in August to highlight the importance of routine vaccination for people of all ages. Last year’s post highlighted select immunization guidelines. This year we are focusing on the changes and updates made by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to the updated 2023 […]
Lipid Disorders in Children and Adolescents: Screening Author:United States Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) Published:July 2023 Implementing Strategies to Prevent Infections in Acute-Care Settings Author:Infectious Diseases Society of America (IDSA); Society for Healthcare Epidemiology of America America (SHEA) Published:July 11, 2023 Vulnerabilities in Older Patients Receiving Systemic Cancer Therapy Author:American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) […]
July 28, 2023 marks World Hepatitis Day – a day recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO) and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) as well as many other reputable organizations across the globe to raise awareness for the worldwide burden of hepatitis A, hepatitis B, hepatitis C and other viral hepatitis in general. […]
Anxiety Disorders in Adults: Screening – Adults 64 Years or Younger Author:United States Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) Published:June 2023 Anxiety Disorders in Adults: Screening – Older Adults 65 Years or Older Author:United States Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) Published:June 2023 Depression and Suicide Risk in Adults: Screening – Adults 64 Years or Younger Author:United […]