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Guidelines Rundown - Premature Birth

Premature Birth – Guidelines Rundown (National Prematurity Awareness Month)

November is recognized as National Prematurity Awareness Month, with World Prematurity Day being observed annually on November 17th to raise awareness about preterm birth. The incidence of preterm birth is increasing globally, with an estimated 15 million infants born preterm each year (more than 3 weeks early), as reported by the World Health Organization (WHO). […]

Guidelines Rundown - Bladder Cancer

Bladder Cancer – Guidelines Rundown (Bladder Health Awareness Month 2024)

Welcome to the latest edition of our Guidelines Rundown Series, where we shine a spotlight on the most recent bladder cancer guidelines in recognition of Bladder Health Awareness Month 2024. Multiple medical societies have recently published comprehensive guidelines aimed at assisting healthcare professionals in making informed clinical decisions regarding the diagnosis and treatment of bladder […]

Guidelines Rundown - HIV

Human Immunodeficiency Viruses (HIV) – Guidelines Rundown

Our Guidelines Rundown Series continues with a new article that explores the topic of Human Immunodeficiency Viruses (HIV). To offer guidance and support for clinical decision-making, several societies and organizations have released comprehensive guidelines that cover various aspects of HIV, including preventing and treating opportunistic infections in people living with HIV, the use of antiretroviral […]

Guidelines Rundown - Audiology Hearing Loss

Audiology / Hearing Loss – Guidelines Rundown (National Audiology Awareness Month 2024)

In honor of National Audiology Awareness Month 2024, our Guidelines Rundown Series will focus on the audiology/hearing loss related guidelines. Multiple societies have released comprehensive guidelines to provide guidance and support for clinical decision-making in the evaluation, diagnosis, and management of hearing loss in both adults and children. In this article, we will offer an […]

Guidelines Rundown - Infection Prevention

Infection Prevention – Guidelines Rundown (International Infection Prevention Week 2024)

International Infection Prevention Week (IIPW) is an annual observance held every third week of October, with this year’s event taking place from October 20 to 26. The purpose of IIPW 2024 is to educate stakeholders and the general public on the critical importance of preventing the spread of illnesses and infectious agents. Infections, ranging from […]

Guidelines Rundown - Depression

Depression – Guidelines Rundown (National Depression Screening Day)

Depression continues to be a serious mental health condition affecting millions of people worldwide, yet it often goes unnoticed and untreated. For those struggling, the weight of depression can feel overwhelming, impacting all areas of life—from relationships and work to personal well-being. In an effort to raise awareness and provide support, National Depression Screening Day […]

Guidelines Rundown - Cholesterol Management

Cholesterol Management – Guidelines Rundown (National Cholesterol Education Month)

Our Guidelines Rundown Series continues with a new article that explores the topic of cholesterol management for National Cholesterol Education Month 2024. To offer guidance and support for clinical decision-making, several societies have released comprehensive guidelines that cover various aspects of cholesterol, including dyslipidemia, the role of non-statin therapies, nutrition, and more. In this article, we […]

Guidelines Rundown - Suicide Prevention

Suicide Prevention – Guidelines Rundown (Suicide Prevention Month 2024)

September 10th marks World Suicide Prevention Day 2024, an annual event organized by the International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP). This significant day serves as a global platform to raise awareness about the preventability of suicide. In alignment with this theme, our Guidelines Rundown Series presents a new article focusing on suicide prevention guidelines. Various […]

Guidelines Rundown - Sickle Cell Disease

Sickle Cell Disease – Guidelines Rundown (National Sickle Cell Awareness Month 2024)

This National Sickle Cell Awareness Month, our Guidelines Rundown Series continues with a new article that delves into the topic of sickle cell disease. Multiple societies have released comprehensive guidelines to provide guidance and support for clinical decision-making in the prevention, diagnosis, and management of sickle cell disease in both adults and children. In this […]

Medical Legal Rundown

Medical Legal Rundown (August 2024)

In this new series, we bring you the latest news stories that illustrate the complex intersections between healthcare and the legal system. From medical malpractice and patient rights to bioethics and regulatory challenges, we delve into how these two critical fields collide and interact. Join us as we navigate the multifaceted relationship between medicine and […]

Guidelines Rundown - Breastfeeding

Breastfeeding – Guidelines Rundown (National Breastfeeding Month 2024)

Our Guidelines Rundown Series continues with a new article that delves into the topic of breastfeeding in support of National Breastfeeding Month 2024. To provide guidance and clinical decision-making support on the matter, the Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine has published a comprehensive set of guidelines that address various aspects of breastfeeding, such as nutrition, supplements, […]

Guidelines Rundown - Soft Tissue Sarcoma (STS)

Soft Tissue Sarcoma – Guidelines Rundown

Our Guidelines Rundown Series continues with a new article dedicated to Sarcoma Awareness Month. Presently, there exists only a limited number of guidelines pertaining to Soft Tissue Sarcoma (STS), as they have only been released by a few medical societies. These guidelines offer recommendations on the management, treatment, and indications for radiation therapy for STS. […]

Guidelines Rundown Hepatitis

Hepatitis – Guidelines Rundown

Our Guidelines Rundown Series continues with a new article focusing on hepatitis. There are many current guidelines on hepatitis, published from a dozen different medical societies. These guidelines encompass recommendations on hepatitis B and hepatitis C, as well as their impact on individuals with chronic kidney disease, cancer, and pregnancy. Let’s now explore the list […]

Guidelines Rundown Multiple Sclerosis

Multiple Sclerosis – Guidelines Rundown

Our Guidelines Rundown Series continues with a new article focusing on multiple sclerosis (MS). Currently, there are limited guidelines available on MS, all of which are provided by the American Academy of Neurology. These guidelines encompass a range of topics including vaccines and immunizations, therapies, alternative medicine, as well as the assessment and management of […]

Comparing Atopic Dermatitis Guidelines Side-By-Side

Comparing Atopic Dermatitis Guidelines – Guidelines Side-By-Side Series

For this installment of our Guidelines Side-By-Side Series, we’re going to take a look at the current guidelines for atopic dermatitis (AD), commonly referred to as eczema. It is a chronic inflammatory skin condition, identified by dry, itchy skin that may release clear fluid when scratched. The National Institutes of Health (NIH) estimates that this […]

Guidelines Rundown Tuberculosis

Tuberculosis – Guidelines Rundown

Our Guidelines Rundown Series progresses with a new article focused on tuberculosis. Numerous guidelines on tuberculosis are currently available, published by nearly a dozen different medical societies and organizations. The most recent guideline, issued by the World Health Organization, stands out as it leads the global initiative to eradicate tuberculosis by advocating for universal access […]

AAFP Blood Pressure Targets in Adults With Hypertension Guidelines Spotlight

AAFP Blood Pressure Targets in Adults With Hypertension – Guidelines Spotlight

May is High Blood Pressure Education Month. High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a significant controllable risk factor for stroke and heart disease. In this article, we’re going to review the 2022 Blood Pressure Targets in Adults with Hypertension guideline from the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) published on November 14, 2022. […]

Guidelines Rundown - Stroke Awareness Month 2024

Stroke – Guidelines Rundown (Stroke Awareness Month 2024)

In honor of Stroke Awareness Month, our ongoing Guidelines Rundown Series will be dedicated to the topic of stroke. There are a multitude of current guidelines on stroke, published from over a dozen different medical societies. These guidelines encompass strategies for prevention, management, and rehabilitation post-stroke. Below is the rundown of clinical practice guidelines on stroke: […]

Mechanical Ventilation - Guidelines Rundown

Mechanical Ventilation – Guidelines Rundown

Our Guidelines Rundown Series continues with a new article focusing on mechanical ventilation. There are many current guidelines on mechanical ventilation, published by over a half dozen different medical societies. These guidelines both cover mechanical ventilation in a broad sense, as well as in specific situations, such as prevention of VAP. Today we’re going to […]

What’s New in Infectious Diseases So Far Through April 2024 – Guidelines Rundown

Today, we will be providing an overview of the latest developments in the field of Infectious Diseases up to April 2024. This includes new medications, new guidelines, and noteworthy research and journal articles that have been published in the first four months of the year. Recent Infectious Diseases-Related Clinical Guidelines Recent Infectious Disease-Related FDA Medication […]

National Diabetes Month 2022 – What’s New in Clinical Guidelines for Diabetes Awareness Month

November is Diabetes Awareness Month or National Diabetes Month. In this article, we will take a look at all of the new guidelines, therapies and innovations that have been introduced since Diabetes Awareness Month 2021.  Guidelines Below is a list of various Diabetes-related clinical practice guidelines that were published between National Diabetes Month 2021 and […]

Top 10 Take-Home Messages for the ACC and AHA Diagnosis and Management of Aortic Disease Clinical Practice Guideline 2022

2022 ACC/AHA Guideline for the Diagnosis and Management of Aortic Disease The American College of Cardiology (ACC) and the American Heart Association (AHA) Joint Committee have just published their much anticipated clinical practice guideline on the Diagnosis and Management of Aortic Disease. This guideline covers everything from the basics of aortic anatomy, to in-depth discussions […]

Top 7 Most Unusually Specific Clinical Guidelines – 2022 Edition

As most know, clinical guidelines are meant to translate the best available evidence into the best available clinical practice. The best available evidence is commonly in the form of randomized controlled trials (RCTs), and most RCTs study homogenous populations. This of course makes sense, because the trials want to be as controlled as possible and […]

NEW CLINICAL GUIDELINES & FDA APPROVALS-AUGUST 2022 ALERT

MISSED OUT ON THE LATEST CLINICAL GUIDELINE ANNOUNCEMENTS? No problem, we’ve got you covered! Here’s a list to all guidelines and FDA approvals that were published last month.  CLINICAL GUIDELINES AABB COVID-19 Convalescent Plasma AAES Adrenalectomy AAOS Management of Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injuries AAP Management of Hyperbilirubinemia in the Newborn Infant 35 or More Weeks […]