New research published in #JGIM finds that large language models can be optimized to effectively predict which patients will leave the hospital, revolutionizing the way hospitals may approach discharge planning.

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Many patients with diffuse symptoms & low-titer ANA are diagnosed with autoimmune disease despite no objective inflammation. This review in #JGIM examines how anchoring bias and diagnostic momentum contribute to misdiagnosis and unnecessary treatment.

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A recent Think Tank explored how to better integrate clinical research into #PrimaryCare focused on (1) expanding practice-based research networks, (2) leveraging digital health technologies, and (3) investing in the future of primary care research.
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Want to learn how to support Junior Faculty in their growth to become mentors? Read about the JUnior Faculty Mentoring Program (JUMP) in #JGIM:

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Successful #APP integration in academic internal medicine requires intentional design, clear roles, and interprofessional training. These partnerships help prepare residents for the realities of modern #PrimaryCare. #MedEd

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Global cardiovascular risk calculators often fail African populations. This perspective highlights why miscalibration occurs and outlines practical, achievable solutions for locally relevant CVD risk prediction in Africa.

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Shouldn't be surprise for any #PCP: Transportation needs were associated with increases in missed or late cancelled #PrimaryCare appointments.

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Disparities in #COVID19 vaccination underscore imperative for health systems to fill the gap during federal policy turmoil. @CRBMD
#SDOH #Vaccines

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Family caregivers are the backbone of hospice care, yet Medicare's hospice structure often limits the support they receive. Looking back at the origins of the Hospice Benefit highlights opportunities to better care for patients & families.

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What do you think about this finding? Rustagi et al report that #veterans (50+) reported more cannabis use than their non-veteran counterparts. Authors suggest that vets may need tailored interventions to address their #cannabis use.

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This #JGIM #OriginalResearch study found very few adults with a non-traumatic fracture received medical treatment for secondary osteoporosis fracture prevention

Read the 🆓 full-text ⬇️ to find out why expanded quality improvement efforts are needed to close the osteoporosis care gap:
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#SDOH screening identifies inequities but rarely leads to action

This #JGIM #OriginalResearch by tested a community health worker (CHW) led diabetes program in Hispanic churches

CHWs improved access to insurance, clinics, and eye exams!

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🟢Focus On ME🟢

This learning collaborative between state, academic, and community partners was associated with increased evidence-based treatment of women's behavioral health in primary care

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1/4 adults feel lonely 😔

1/5 adults lack social support🥺

This is even more prevalent among socioeconomically disadvantaged adults and those in fair/poor health

Read the 🆓 full-text of this #JGIM #ConciseResearchReport ⬇️ to learn how we can reduce the burden!:
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Financial strain affects 1 in 10 adults with diabetes and is independently associated with higher A1c

❗️This difference is comparable to adding a second glucose-lowering medication❗️

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Preventive care was disrupted and delayed during the early COVID-19 pandemic...

...cancer screenings were no exception

This #JGIM #OriginalResearch at what happened long-term and asks what still needs to be done.

Check it out!

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Does hospital price transparency work?

Unlike prior studies on price levels, this new #JGIM #ConciseResearchReport tracks price changes after the price transparency rule

It showed a 6% decrease in commercially negotiated and cash prices for shoppable services

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Check out this new #JGIM #OriginalResearch study that showed #SSRIs achieved modest improvements in agitation versus second generation #antipsychotics among US nursing home residents with dementia

Consider these as pharmacologic alternatives!

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This #JGIM #QualitativeResearch study showed that routine inpatient care can trigger or worsen medical trauma through distressing procedures, perceived bias, and communication gaps

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#CoolFirst

#TransportSecond

This #JGIM #SystematicReview highlights how #ColdWaterImmersion is still the gold standard treatment for rapidly reducing core temperature to prevent permanent organ damage

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