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The costs associated with low-cost

Low-Cost Services a Major Player in Unnecessary Health Spending

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Costs associated with low-cost, low-value health services nearly twice as high as high-cost services
From 2004 to 2014 there were increases in the prevalence of hypertension

2004 to 2014 Saw Increases in Risk Factors in Ischemic Stroke

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Increases in prevalence of hypertension, diabetes, dyslipidemia, smoking, and drug abuse in AIS
A six-month tai chi program is safe and improves physical activity

Six-Month Tai Chi Program Improves Physical Activity in CHD

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Improvements in activity, weight, QoL for patients with coronary heart disease refusing cardiac rehab
The American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) and the American Board of Family Medicine have launched a new performance improvement activity credit reporting process called the AAFP Credit System

New System Streamlines CME Credit Approval Process

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American Academy of Family Physicians, American Board of Family Medicine launch single credit system
For patients with heart failure

Risk Conferred by T2D Modified by HbA1c in Heart Failure

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Stratification of T2D by HbA1c shows U-shaped associations for first hospitalization and mortality
The Wisconsin Supreme Court is considering whether it will hear a case that will determine the fate of the state's $750

Court Considering Fate of Noneconomic Damages Cap

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Case would decide the fate of Wisconsin's $750,000 cap on noneconomic damages
Medical licensure application questions regarding mental health contribute to physicians' reluctance to seek help for mental health

Medical License Questions Sway Doctors’ Mental Health Help

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Asking only about current mental health may encourage help-seeking behavior
Anecdotally

Physician Salaries Appear to Be Flat or Declining

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Lack of income growth felt by primary care and specialty physicians
A guide has been developed to assist physicians considering joining a physician-led integrated health system

Guide Offers Doctors Tips for Choosing a Health System

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New guide helps clinicians considering joining physician-led integrated health systems
Novel metrics have been developed to assess electronic health record use and are described in an opinion article published online Oct. 9 in the Annals of Internal Medicine.

Novel Metrics Suggested for Assessing EHR Use

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Metrics aim to provide insight into the clinician experience in light of impaired practice efficiency