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The 555 confirmed cases of measles reported in 20 states between Jan. 1 and April 11 this year represent the second highest number of measles cases reported in the United States since measles was eliminated in the nation in 2000

CDC: 555 Confirmed Measles Cases in U.S. Since Jan. 1

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20 states have reported measles cases
Many older people with diabetes may be exposed to potential harm because doctors are trying to keep overly tight control of their blood glucose levels

Research Suggests Diabetes Overtreatment in Seniors

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Very tight blood glucose control can pose problems without benefits, researchers say
Ride-sharing services may reduce the rate of motor vehicle crashes

Ride-Sharing Services Could Cut Alcohol-Related Crashes

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However, full effect on motor vehicle crash rate may be subject to local context
For obese individuals with chronic pain

Weight Loss Among Obese Tied to Improvements in Chronic Pain

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Calorie-restriction intervention tied to improvements in spatial distribution of pain, depression
Here is what the editors at Physician's Briefing chose as the most important COVID-19 developments for you and your practice for the week of July 27 to 31

Physician’s Briefing Weekly Coronavirus Roundup

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Here is what the editors at Physician's Briefing chose as the most important COVID-19 developments for you and your practice for the week of...
Patients and primary care physicians (PCPs) need to communicate better after urgent care visits

Better Patient Communication Needed After Urgent Care

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Survey results also show patients value their relationship with their primary care physician
In the first six months of 2018

CDC: 8.8 Percent Uninsured in U.S. in First Half of 2018

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12.5 percent of adults aged 18-64 years and 4.4 percent of children aged 0-17 years uninsured
Children in the U.S. preschool Head Start program tend to have a healthier weight by kindergarten than similarly aged children not in the program

Preschool ‘Head Start’ Could Help Combat Childhood Obesity

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Preschoolers' weight loss attributed to emphasis on nutrition, exercise, and structure
Electrolyte disturbances and acid-base disorders are common occurrences in patients with chronic alcohol-use disorder regardless of social circumstances

Electrolyte Issues With Chronic Alcohol Use Span Social Spectrum

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Telltale signs of chronic alcohol use are large drops in plasma phosphate, magnesium, potassium, calcium
Primary care referral along with a commercial weight management provider can deliver an effective diabetes prevention program

Commercial Weight Management Program May Help Prevent T2D

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Primary care referral to Weight Watchers is associated with weight loss, HbA1c reduction