Authors


Kristen L. Marjama, DNP, APRN-BC, FNP

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Mold Can Cause a Persistent Cough

Exposure to damp and moly environments may also result in a variety of other health issues.



Kristen Marjama, DNP, APRN-BC

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Diabetic Foot Disease

Although the rate of foot and leg amputation has greatly declined over the past 2 decades, increasing awareness for macrovascular and microvascular complications of diabetes is essential because diabetes is the leading cause of lower-limb amputations in the United States.


Kristen Marjama, DNP, FNP-BC

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The Nuts and Bolts of Celiac Disease

Gluten proteins found in barley, rye, and wheat trigger systemic injury primarily to the small intestine, but they can also affect the joints, liver, skin, uterus, and other organs.


Kristene Diggins, DNP, MBA, FAANP

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Collaborative Care for Diabetic Neuropathy

It is widely accepted that diabetes is a chronic condition characterized by hyperglycemia and high blood sugar, with multiple comorbities.


Kristene Diggins DNP, MBA, FAANP, CNE, NEA-BC

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Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Inflammatory bowel disease involves chronic inflammation of the inner tract of the intestine.


Kristene Diggins, FAANP, CNE, NEA-BC, DNP, DCC, MBA

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Safe and Effective Use of Common OTC Analgesics in Convenient Care

Analgesics, particularly acetaminophen and ibuprofen, are among the most commonly used medications in primary care.


Kristene Diggins, FAANP, DNP, MBA, DCC, CNE, NEA-BC

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PPI Interactions Contemporary Clinicians Should Know

It is pivotal for the contemporary clinician to understand the drug–drug interactions of medications used for the most common conditions seen in primary care settings.


Kristi Rosa

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Women with Certain Breast Cancer Risk Factors May Benefit from Mammograms from Age 30-39

Women between the ages of 30 and 39 who have at least 1 of 3 breast cancer risk factors may benefit from starting their annual mammography screening at age 30


Kristie L. Kahl

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Compared With Men, Women With Head and Neck Cancer Undertreated

Women with head and neck cancer may be severely undertreated compared with their male counterparts, according to a recent study.


Larry Calemine, RPh, BS Pharm

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Help Patients Stay Healthy When Traveling

Staying healthy is important for all travelers, regardless of whether they have chronic health problems.


Laura Joszt

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Global Burden of Multiple Myeloma, Access to Treatments Focus of Study

Treatments for multiple myeloma have improved substantially in the last decade, but the disease is still not curable, and there has been a significant increase in both deaths and incident cases.


Lauren Crespo, PharmD Candidate

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Avoiding Interactions with Allergy Medications

Allergies are the sixth leading cause of chronic illness in the United States.


Lauren Santye

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In-Hospital COPD Deaths Plummet by 62% Between 2005 and 2014

Between 2005 and 2014, there was a dramatic dip in the number of patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) who died in the hospital, according to new data presented at the 2017 American Thoracic Society International Conference.


Lauren Santye, Assistant Editor

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National HIV/AIDS Strategy Goals Could Save 200k Lives

A study recently published in the Journal of Infectious Diseases indicated that an estimated 200,000 lives could be saved over the next 2 decades if the National HIV/AIDS Strategy targets are achieved.


Lauren Toich, Assistant Editor

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Cancer-Related Deaths High in Rural America

While cancer rates are generally decreasing in the United States, the CDC’s Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report suggests that Americans living in rural areas may be at a higher risk of cancer.


Laurie Toich, Assistant Editor

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Increased PrEP Uptake Could Lead to Significant Drop in New HIV Cases

Uptake in pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) could significantly affect the rate of new HIV diagnoses, according to a recent study published in the Journal of Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndromes.


Laurie Toich, Associate Editor

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Fish Consumption May Help Lower Multiple Sclerosis Risk

Many studies suggest that certain dietary interventions may reduce the risk of multiple sclerosis (MS) or improve symptoms. The Mediterranean diet, in particular, has garnered significant attention for MS.


Laurie Toich, Associate Editor, Specialty Pharmacy Times

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FDA Updates HIV Drug Label to Include Dosing for Pregnant Patients

The FDA has updated the labeling for rilipivirine (Edurant) for the treatment of HIV-positive pregnant patients who were on stable treatment prior to conception and who are virologically suppressed.


Leah Mangini, PharmD

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CNS Stimulants: Few Interactions, Significant Repercussions

As with any pharmacologic class, central nervous system stimulants carry the risk of potential drug interactions that can be pharmacokinetic or pharmacodynamic.


Lindsey Boone, DNP, NP-C

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Monitoring Blood Glucose During Illness: Addressing the Complications

As the population with diabetes increases, providers will continue to face challenges on how to manage these patients in primary and acute care settings.


Lisa Bridwell Robinson, DNP, CCRN, CNE, N-C

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Abnormal Uterine Bleeding Is a Quality-of-Life Issue

Clinicians can help affected women determine the cause and severity, which are key to implementing a treatment plan.


Lisa Bridwell Robinson, DNP, CCRN, CNE, NP-C

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Case Studies: Influenza

An estimated 9.2 million to 35.6 million Americans are infected with influenza annually.


Lois Obert, DNP

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PPIs and Antacids: How to Avoid Interactions

The introduction of proton pump inhibitors in the late 1980s dramatically changed the treatment and outcome of gastroesophageal reflux disease.


Lourdes Cross, PharmD, BCACP, CDE

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Counseling Traveling Patients About Diabetes Management

Travel advice for patients is important to alleviate stress, improve wellbeing, and increase confidence in planning for future trips.­­


M. May Zhang, PharmD Candidate

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New Study Shows that E-Cigarette Use Is an Independent Risk Factor for Respiratory Disease

As vaping continues to grow in popularity, it becomes increasingly critical to correct misconceptions about its safety and long-term effects.


Marilyn Bulloch, PharmD, BCPS, FCCM

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Vaccination Updates for the 2021-2022 Flu Season

Both strains of Influenza A will be different from those included the northern hemisphere's last season.


Marjorie R. Rachide, MSN, FNP-BC, APRN

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Impetigo Management in the Retail Clinic

Impetigo is a bacterial infection presenting with superficial skin involvement most commonly on the face, although it may also present on other sites, such as arms and legs.


Marjorie Rachide, FNP-BC, MSN

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Hyperlipidemia Management in the Retail Clinic

High cholesterol is significant risk factor for cardiovascular disease, along with high blood pressure and smoking.


Marjorie Rachide, FNP-BC, MSN, APRN

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Peptic Ulcer Management in the Retail Clinic

The most common form of peptic ulcer is the duodenal ulcer, which typically occurs in the proximal segment.

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