Immunizations: How to Protect Patients and the Bottom Line -- FPM
Apr 1, 2015 - Minimizing costs and maximizing reimbursement can make immunizations profitable.
Family Practice Management : Articles
https://www.aafp.org/fpm/2015/0300/p24.html
Correction - Corrections - American Family Physician
Mar 15, 2015 - ...and pertussis vaccine. The article should have stated that there is a small but real association between febrile seizures and concurrent administration of influenza plus pneumococcal 13-valent conjugate vaccine and/or diphtheria and tetanus toxoids, and acellular pertussis (DTaP)...
American Family Physician : Corrections
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2015/0315/p353.html
ACIP Releases 2015 Adult Immunization Schedule - Practice Guidelines - American Family ...
Feb 15, 2015 - The 2015 adult immunization schedule from the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has a few changes that are particularly relevant to family physicians.
American Family Physician : Practice Guidelines
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2015/0215/p264.html
ACIP Releases 2015 Childhood Immunization Schedules - Practice Guidelines - American ...
Feb 15, 2015 - The 2015 immunization schedule for children and the catch-up schedule from the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have a few changes that are pertinent for family physicians.
American Family Physician : Practice Guidelines
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2015/0215/p265.html
Cesarean Delivery: Counseling Issues and Complication Management - American Family ...
Feb 1, 2015 - Nearly one-third of all deliveries in the United States are cesarean deliveries. Compared with spontaneous vaginal delivery, cesarean delivery is associated with increased maternal and neonatal morbidity and mortality. Interventions that decrease the chance of a cesarean delivery ...
American Family Physician : Article
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2015/0201/p178.html
Need for Infection Control Not Going Away Anytime Soon
Need for Infection Control Not Going Away Anytime Soon
AAFP News : Fresh Perspectives: New Docs in Practice | AAFP News Blog : Blogs
https://www.aafp.org/news/blogs/freshperspectives/entry/need_for_infection_control_not.html
Trauma in Pregnancy: Assessment, Management, and Prevention - American Family Physician
Nov 15, 2014 - Trauma complicates one in 12 pregnancies, and is the leading nonobstetric cause of death among pregnant women. The most common traumatic injuries are motor vehicle crashes, assaults, falls, and intimate partner violence. Nine out of 10 traumatic injuries during pregnancy are classified ...
American Family Physician : Article
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2014/1115/p717.html
AAFP News - Sep 15, 2014 - American Family Physician
Sep 15, 2014 - Selected policy and health issues news briefs from AAFP News.
American Family Physician : AAFP News: AFP Edition
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2014/0915/p366.html
Dog and Cat Bites - American Family Physician
Aug 15, 2014 - Animal bites account for 1% of all emergency department visits in the United States and more than $50 million in health care costs per year. Most animal bites are from a dog, usually one known to the victim. Most dog bite victims are children. Bite wounds should be cleaned, copiously ...
American Family Physician : Article
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2014/0815/p239.html
Achieving Sustainable Increases in Childhood Immunization Rates -- FPM
Aug 1, 2014 - Analyzing and eliminating physical and procedural barriers to immunization allowed this practice to improve its performance.
Family Practice Management : Articles
https://www.aafp.org/fpm/2014/0700/p13.html
Sticking Point: How Do We Educate Vaccine-resistant Parents Without Driving Them Away?
Sticking Point: How Do We Educate Vaccine-resistant Parents Without Driving Them Away?
AAFP News : Fresh Perspectives: New Docs in Practice | AAFP News Blog : Blogs
https://www.aafp.org/news/blogs/freshperspectives/entry/sticking_point_how_do_we.html
Care of the Homeless: An Overview - American Family Physician
Apr 15, 2014 - Homelessness affects men, women, and children of all races and ethnicities. On any given night, more than 610,000 persons in the United States are homeless; a little more than one-third of these are families. Homeless persons are more likely to become ill, have greater hospitalization ...
American Family Physician : Article
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2014/0415/p634.html
Resolving Patients' Vaccination Uncertainty: Going From "No Thanks!" to "Of Course!" --...
Apr 1, 2014 - Immunizations can help prevent disease breakouts but require being mindful of patient concerns and misconceptions.
Family Practice Management : Articles
https://www.aafp.org/fpm/2014/0300/p22.html
Correction - Corrections - American Family Physician
Mar 1, 2014 - ...toxoid, and acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination in pregnant women. The article Recommendations for Preconception Counseling and Care (p. 499) contained an error in the second column (Recommendations) of the second to last row (Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) of Table 2 (p. 501)....
American Family Physician : Corrections
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2014/0301/p316a.html
ACIP Releases 2014 Adult Immunization Schedule - Practice Guidelines - American Family ...
Feb 15, 2014 - The 2014 immunization schedule for adults from the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) has a few changes that are particularly relevant to family physicians. The schedule is available at http://www.aafp.org/patient-care/immunizations/schedules.html.
American Family Physician : Practice Guidelines
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2014/0215/p302.html
Update on Prenatal Care - American Family Physician
Feb 1, 2014 - Many elements of routine prenatal care are based on tradition and lack a firm evidence base; however, some elements are supported by more rigorous studies. Correct dating of the pregnancy is critical to prevent unnecessary inductions and to allow for accurate treatment of preterm labor....
American Family Physician : Article
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2014/0201/p199.html
ACIP Releases 2014 Child and Adolescent Immunization Schedules - Practice Guidelines - ...
Feb 1, 2014 - There are a few changes to the 2014 immunization schedule for children and adolescents, as well as the catch-up schedule, from the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) that are pertinent for family physicians.
American Family Physician : Practice Guidelines
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2014/0201/p229.html
Care of the College Student - American Family Physician
Nov 1, 2013 - There are approximately 20 million students in U.S. colleges and universities. Although this population is characterized as having good health, 600,000 students report some form of disability or some type of medical problem, including attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, learning ...
American Family Physician : Article
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2013/1101/p596.html
Pertussis: A Reemerging Infection - American Family Physician
Oct 15, 2013 - Pertussis, also known as whooping cough, is an acute respiratory tract infection that has increased in incidence in recent years. The initial catarrhal stage presents with nonspecific symptoms of malaise, rhinorrhea, sneezing, lacrimation, and mild cough. During the paroxysmal stage, ...
American Family Physician : Article
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2013/1015/p507.html
Recommendations for Preconception Counseling and Care - American Family Physician
Oct 15, 2013 - Given that nearly one-half of pregnancies are unintended, preconception care should be considered an integral part of primary care for women of reproductive age. Common issues in preconception care include family planning, achieving a healthy body weight, screening and treatment for ...
American Family Physician : Article
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2013/1015/p499.html
Common Eye Emergencies - American Family Physician
Oct 15, 2013 - Ocular emergencies such as retinal detachments, mechanical globe injuries, and chemical injuries can cause permanent vision loss if they are not recognized and treated promptly. Family physicians should be familiar with the signs and symptoms associated with each condition, and be able ...
American Family Physician : Article
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2013/1015/p515.html
Practice Pearls - Jul-Aug 2013 -- FPM
Aug 1, 2013 - ...to administer tetanus boosters. It is the rare patient who remembers when he or she last had a tetanus booster, let alone if it included pertussis. Nearly everyone has a cell phone if not a smartphone, though, and is accustomed to using it to remember appointments, contacts, tasks,...
Family Practice Management : Practice Pearls
https://www.aafp.org/fpm/2013/0700/p32.html
Postexposure Prophylaxis for Common Infectious Diseases - American Family Physician
Jul 1, 2013 - Postexposure prophylaxis (PEP) is effective in preventing illness after potential or documented exposure to a variety of microbial pathogens and in reducing the risk of secondary spread of infection. Guidelines have been published by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and ...
American Family Physician : Article
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2013/0701/p25.html
Immunizations in Pregnancy - Editorials - American Family Physician
Jun 15, 2013 - Family physicians, even if not providing prenatal care, can play a critical role in maintaining current vaccinations in pregnant women. Learn which vaccinations to consider and which to avoid.
American Family Physician : Editorials
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2013/0615/p828.html
AAFP News - Mar 15, 2013 - American Family Physician
Mar 15, 2013 - Selected policy and health issues news briefs from AAFP News Now.
American Family Physician : AAFP News: AFP Edition
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2013/0315/p400.html
AAFP News - Mar 1, 2013 - American Family Physician
Mar 1, 2013 - Selected policy and health issues news briefs from AAFP News Now.
American Family Physician : AAFP News: AFP Edition
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2013/0301/p312.html
ACIP Releases 2013 Immunization Schedules - Practice Guidelines - American Family ...
Feb 1, 2013 - Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) Releases 2013 Immunization Schedules. First, the format of the routine child and adolescent schedules has changed and the two previous age-based schedules (0 to six years and seven to 18 years of age) have been merged into one 0- to ...
American Family Physician : Practice Guidelines
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2013/0201/p204.html
AAFP News - Dec 15, 2012 - American Family Physician
Dec 15, 2012 - Selected policy and health issues news briefs from AAFP News Now.
American Family Physician : AAFP News: AFP Edition
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2012/1215/p1099.html
AAFP News - Dec 1, 2012 - American Family Physician
Dec 1, 2012 - Selected policy and health issues news briefs from AAFP News Now.
American Family Physician : AAFP News: AFP Edition
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2012/1201/p1005.html
Antibiotic Use in Acute Upper Respiratory Tract Infections - American Family Physician
Nov 1, 2012 - Upper respiratory tract infections account for millions of visits to family physicians each year in the United States. Although warranted in some cases, antibiotics are greatly overused. This article outlines the guidelines and indications for appropriate antibiotic use for common upper...
American Family Physician : Article
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2012/1101/p817.html
AAFP News - Nov 1, 2012 - American Family Physician
Nov 1, 2012 - Selected policy and health issues news briefs from AAFP News Now.
American Family Physician : AAFP News: AFP Edition
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2012/1101/p803.html
Community-Acquired Pneumonia in Children - American Family Physician
Oct 1, 2012 - Community-acquired pneumonia is a potentially serious infection in children and often results in hospitalization. The diagnosis can be based on the history and physical examination results in children with fever plus respiratory signs and symptoms. Chest radiography and rapid viral ...
American Family Physician : Article
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2012/1001/p661.html
AAFP News - Oct 1, 2012 - American Family Physician
Oct 1, 2012 - Selected policy and health issues news briefs from AAFP News Now.
American Family Physician : AAFP News: AFP Edition
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2012/1001/p605.html
How to Reduce Your Malpractice Risk -- FPM
Aug 1, 2012 - Recognizing warning signs and documenting with care are two keys.
Family Practice Management : Articles
https://www.aafp.org/fpm/2012/0700/p21.html
PIDS and IDSA Issue Management Guidelines for Community-Acquired Pneumonia in Infants ...
Jul 15, 2012 - Previously published guidelines for the management of community-acquired pneumonia (CAP) in adults have been shown to decrease morbidity and mortality rates. The Pediatric Infectious Diseases Society (PIDS) and the Infectious Diseases Society of America (IDSA) have created new ...
American Family Physician : Practice Guidelines
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2012/0715/p196.html
AAFP News - Jul 1, 2012 - American Family Physician
Jul 1, 2012 - Selected policy and health issues news briefs from AAFP News Now.
American Family Physician : AAFP News: AFP Edition
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2012/0701/p13.html
AAFP News - Jun 1, 2012 - American Family Physician
Jun 1, 2012 - Selected policy and health issues news briefs from AAFP News Now.
American Family Physician : AAFP News: AFP Edition
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2012/0601/p1031.html
The Adult Well Male Examination - American Family Physician
May 15, 2012 - The adult well male examination should incorporate evidence-based guidance toward the promotion of optimal health and well-being, including screening tests shown to improve health outcomes. Nearly one-third of men report not having a primary care physician. The medical history should ...
American Family Physician : Article
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2012/0515/p964.html
AAFP News - Apr 1, 2012 - American Family Physician
Apr 1, 2012 - Selected policy and health issues news briefs from AAFP News Now.
American Family Physician : AAFP News: AFP Edition
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2012/0401/p675.html
AAFP News - Mar 15, 2012 - American Family Physician
Mar 15, 2012 - Selected policy and health issues news briefs from AAFP News Now.
American Family Physician : AAFP News: AFP Edition
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2012/0315/p553.html
ACIP Releases 2012 Immunization Schedules - Practice Guidelines - American Family ...
Feb 1, 2012 - The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) of the of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) introduces the 2012 immunization schedules for young children (birth through six years of age), older children and adolescents (seven through 18 years of age), and ...
American Family Physician : Practice Guidelines
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2012/0201/p281.html
Febrile Seizures: Risks, Evaluation, and Prognosis - American Family Physician
Jan 15, 2012 - Febrile seizures are common in the first five years of life, and many factors that increase seizure risk have been identified. Initial evaluation should determine whether features of a complex seizure are present and identify the source of fever. Routine blood tests, neuroimaging, and ...
American Family Physician : Article
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2012/0115/p149.html
CDC Releases Best Practices for the Use of PCR Testing for Diagnosing Pertussis - ...
Nov 15, 2011 - Diagnosing pertussis in the early stages can be difficult, because early signs and symptoms are often nonspecific. Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) testing, a technique used to detect DNA sequences specific for Bordetella pertussis, is used for diagnosis; however, results should be ...
American Family Physician : Practice Guidelines
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2011/1115/p1176.html
Colonic Diverticular Disease - Clinical Evidence Handbook - American Family Physician
Nov 15, 2011 - What are the effects of treatments for uncomplicated diverticular disease and what treatments prevent complications? What are the effects of treatments for acute diverticulitis?
American Family Physician : Clinical Evidence Handbook
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2011/1115/p1163.html
Chronic Diarrhea - American Family Physician
Nov 15, 2011 - ...Previous: CDC Releases Best Practices for the Use of PCR Testing for Diagnosing Pertussis Next: Caring for Older Family Members with Depression View the full table of contents >> Home / Journals / afp / Vol. 84/No. 10(November 15, 2011) / Chronic Diarrhea...
American Family Physician : Patient Handout
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2011/1115/p1133.html
Update on Immunizations in Adults - American Family Physician
Nov 1, 2011 - Vaccine-preventable diseases contribute significantly to the morbidity and mortality of U.S. adults. The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention updates its recommended adult immunization schedule annually. The most recent updates ...
American Family Physician : Article
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2011/1101/p1015.html
Evaluation of the Patient with Chronic Cough - American Family Physician
Oct 15, 2011 - Initial evaluation of the patient with chronic cough (i.e., of more than eight weeks’ duration) should include a focused history and physical examination, and in most patients, chest radiography. Patients who are taking an angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor should switch to a ...
American Family Physician : Article
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2011/1015/p887.html
ACIP Updates General Immunizations Guidelines - Practice Guidelines - American Family ...
Oct 15, 2011 - The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention provides general guidelines for the administration of its recommended routine vaccinations, which are aimed at preventing 17 diseases in children and adults. Sections of this ...
American Family Physician : Practice Guidelines
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2011/1015/p951.html
AAFP News - Oct 1, 2011 - American Family Physician
Oct 1, 2011 - Selected policy and health issues news briefs from AAFP News Now.
American Family Physician : AAFP News: AFP Edition
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2011/1001/p741.html
Acellular Vaccines for Preventing Pertussis in Children - Cochrane for Clinicians - ...
Sep 1, 2011 - Multicomponent (i.e., three or more) acellular vaccines are as effective as whole-cell vaccines at preventing pertussis and mild pertussis disease (e.g., cold symptoms, cough without classic whoop or cough paroxysms) in children. Adverse effects are similar to those from placebo and ...
American Family Physician : Cochrane for Clinicians
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2011/0901/p504.html