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Risk of Major Depressive Disorder Spikes Following a Medical Diagnosis, Endures for Decades: New Data
August 20, 2025

The risk for MDD is greatest in the first month after diagnosis and the absolute risk remains elevated even 20 years later, making early detection and treatment imperative.

First Oral Penem Antibiotic Now Available in the US for Uncomplicated UTIs
August 20, 2025

The first oral penem antibiotic, Orlynvah™, has launched in the US, offering a vital treatment option for women with resistant uncomplicated UTIs.

The Weekly Dose: Nutrition Gaps, Tau Pathology in Mood Disorders, RSV Protection, and More
August 20, 2025

This week’s roundup covers nutrition counseling barriers, tau pathology in mood disorders, RSV protection, AD patient needs, and a new Shingrix syringe.

How to Talk to Patients About Respiratory Virus Vaccines This Year? The Same Way We Always Do
August 20, 2025

William Schaffner, MD, advises first and foremost to stay away from politics, to acknowledge and normalize patient fear and concern, and to answer quickly and with confidence.

Long-Term Obesity Associated With Accelerated Biological Aging in Young Adults
August 20, 2025

A recent study showed obesity in childhood or adolescence accelerates biological aging by up to 48% in young adults.

OTC Contraception Option Improves Access For Women at High Risk for Unintended Pregnancy
August 20, 2025

Opill OTC has significantly increased contraceptive use and shifts from less effective options among women who are uninsured, of racial/ethnic minorities, and live in the rural US.

American Academy of Pediatrics Counters CDC with Updated Childhood Immunization Schedule
August 20, 2025

In its updated guidelines, the AAP recommends that all children aged 6 to 23 months be vaccinated against COVID-19, citing the population's high risk for severe infection.

Fewer Than 1 in 4 Women Maintain Optimal CV Health in Menopause: Daily Dose
August 20, 2025

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Back-to-School Pediatric Vaccination: A Family Physician’s Perspective on Boosting Rates, Countering Misinformation
August 19, 2025

Sarah Sams, MD, emphasizes education, empathy, and proactive communication to support families and protect public health.

Can Hearing Aids Reduce Risk for Dementia? If They Are Implemented Early, a New Study Suggests
August 19, 2025

Risk of dementia was more than 60% lower among adults aged 60 to 69 years with hearing loss who used hearing aids in the first study to highlight early intervention.