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Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™   CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-438 Overview: In this episode, we review a major umbrella study linking physical activity to improvements in memory, executive function, and general cognition—offering you practical insights to guide patient counseling and provide evidence-based, nonpharmacologic strategies for dementia prevention and cognitive enhancement. Episode resource links: Singh B, Bennett H, Miatke A, et al. Br J Sports Med. doi:10.1136/ Guest: Robert A. Baldor MD, FAAFP   Music Credit: Matthew Bugos Thoughts? Suggestions? Email us at FranklySpeaking@pri-med.com  

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™   CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-437 Overview: This episode reviews the remarkable impact of the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine from 2008–2022, including significant declines in cervical precancer rates. Tune in for key data insights and updated HPV vaccination guidelines to help you close care gaps and strengthen cancer prevention efforts in your practice. Episode resource links: Gargano JW, Stefanos R, Dahl RM, et al. Trends in Cervical Precancers Identified Through Population-Based Surveillance — Human Papillomavirus Vaccine Impact Monitoring Project, Five Sites, United States, 2008–2022. MMWR Morb Mortal Wkly Rep 2025;74:96–101. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.15585/mmwr.mm7406a4 • HPV Vaccination Recommendations: Dosing and Schedule • Talking to parents about HPV vaccine Guest: Jill M. Terrien PhD, ANP-BC    Music Credit: Matthew Bugos Thoughts? Suggestions? Email us at FranklySpeaking@pri-med.com   

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™   CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-437 Overview: This episode reviews the remarkable impact of the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine from 2008–2022, including significant declines in cervical precancer rates. Tune in for key data insights and updated HPV vaccination guidelines to help you close care gaps and strengthen cancer prevention efforts in your practice. Episode resource links: Gargano JW, Stefanos R, Dahl RM, et al. Trends in Cervical Precancers Identified Through Population-Based Surveillance — Human Papillomavirus Vaccine Impact Monitoring Project, Five Sites, United States, 2008–2022. MMWR Morb Mortal Wkly Rep 2025;74:96–101. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.15585/mmwr.mm7406a4 • HPV Vaccination Recommendations: Dosing and Schedule • Talking to parents about HPV vaccine Guest: Jill M. Terrien PhD, ANP-BC    Music Credit: Matthew Bugos Thoughts? Suggestions? Email us at FranklySpeaking@pri-med.com   

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™   CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-436 Overview: Many patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) are improperly treated with inhaled corticosteroids (ICS), increasing their risk of harm. This episode explores the latest evidence on long-term ICS risks and provides practical guidance to help you align COPD care with current guidelines—improving outcomes while minimizing adverse effects like pneumonia, cataracts, type 2 diabetes mellitus, and osteoporosis. Episode resource links: Pace WD, Callen E, Gaona-Villarreal G, Shaikh A, Yawn BP. Adverse outcomes associated with inhaled corticosteroid use in individuals with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Ann Fam Med. 2025;23(2):127-135. doi:10.1370/afm.240030 Pocket Guide to COPD Diagnosis, Management, and Prevention: A Guide for Healthcare Professionals. 2025 Edition. Global Initiative for Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease. https://goldcopd.org/2025-gold-report/ Guest: Jillian Joseph, PA-C   Music Credit: Matthew Bugos Thoughts? Suggestions? Email us at FranklySpeaking@pri-med.com   

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™   CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-436 Overview: Many patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) are improperly treated with inhaled corticosteroids (ICS), increasing their risk of harm. This episode explores the latest evidence on long-term ICS risks and provides practical guidance to help you align COPD care with current guidelines—improving outcomes while minimizing adverse effects like pneumonia, cataracts, type 2 diabetes mellitus, and osteoporosis. Episode resource links: Pace WD, Callen E, Gaona-Villarreal G, Shaikh A, Yawn BP. Adverse outcomes associated with inhaled corticosteroid use in individuals with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Ann Fam Med. 2025;23(2):127-135. doi:10.1370/afm.240030 Pocket Guide to COPD Diagnosis, Management, and Prevention: A Guide for Healthcare Professionals. 2025 Edition. Global Initiative for Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease. https://goldcopd.org/2025-gold-report/ Guest: Jillian Joseph, PA-C   Music Credit: Matthew Bugos Thoughts? Suggestions? Email us at FranklySpeaking@pri-med.com   

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™   CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-435 Overview: In this episode, we discuss how screen time—from adolescence through adulthood—can disrupt sleep more than we might realize. Hear what the latest research says about topics like blue light and sleep duration, discover practical strategies to sleep smarter in this digital world, and learn how sleep deprivation can impact the health of your patients. Episode resource links: Zhong, C., Masters, M., Donzella, S. M., Diver, W. R., & Patel, A. V. (2025). Electronic Screen Use and Sleep Duration and Timing in Adults. JAMA Network Open, 8(3), e252493-e252493. Liu, Y. (2016). Prevalence of healthy sleep duration among adults—United States, 2014. MMWR. Morbidity and mortality weekly report, 65. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). (2017). Announcement: sleep awareness week, April 23–29, 2017. Morb Mortal Wkly Rep (MMWR), 66(15), 411. Chaput, J. P., Dutil, C., Featherstone, R., Ross, R., Giangregorio, L., Saunders, T. J., ... & Carrier, J. (2020). Sleep duration and health in adults: an overview of systematic reviews. Applied Physiology, Nutrition, and Metabolism, 45(10), S218-S231. Hartley, S., Royant-Parola, S., Zayoud, A., Gremy, I., & Matulonga, B. (2022). Do both timing and duration of screen use affect sleep patterns in adolescents?. Plos one, 17(10), e0276226. Salfi, F., Amicucci, G., Corigliano, D., D'Atri, A., Viselli, L., Tempesta, D., & Ferrara, M. (2021). Changes of evening exposure to electronic devices during the COVID-19 lockdown affect the time course of sleep disturbances. Sleep, 44(9), zsab080. He, J. W., Tu, Z. H., Xiao, L., Su, T., & Tang, Y. X. (2020). Effect of restricting bedtime mobile phone use on sleep, arousal, mood, and working memory: a randomized pilot trial. PloS one, 15(2), e0228756. Guest: Mariyan L. Montaque, DNP, FNP-BC   Music Credit: Matthew Bugos Thoughts? Suggestions? Email us at FranklySpeaking@pri-med.com   

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™   CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-435 Overview: In this episode, we discuss how screen time—from adolescence through adulthood—can disrupt sleep more than we might realize. Hear what the latest research says about topics like blue light and sleep duration, discover practical strategies to sleep smarter in this digital world, and learn how sleep deprivation can impact the health of your patients. Episode resource links: Zhong, C., Masters, M., Donzella, S. M., Diver, W. R., & Patel, A. V. (2025). Electronic Screen Use and Sleep Duration and Timing in Adults. JAMA Network Open, 8(3), e252493-e252493. Liu, Y. (2016). Prevalence of healthy sleep duration among adults—United States, 2014. MMWR. Morbidity and mortality weekly report, 65. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). (2017). Announcement: sleep awareness week, April 23–29, 2017. Morb Mortal Wkly Rep (MMWR), 66(15), 411. Chaput, J. P., Dutil, C., Featherstone, R., Ross, R., Giangregorio, L., Saunders, T. J., ... & Carrier, J. (2020). Sleep duration and health in adults: an overview of systematic reviews. Applied Physiology, Nutrition, and Metabolism, 45(10), S218-S231. Hartley, S., Royant-Parola, S., Zayoud, A., Gremy, I., & Matulonga, B. (2022). Do both timing and duration of screen use affect sleep patterns in adolescents?. Plos one, 17(10), e0276226. Salfi, F., Amicucci, G., Corigliano, D., D'Atri, A., Viselli, L., Tempesta, D., & Ferrara, M. (2021). Changes of evening exposure to electronic devices during the COVID-19 lockdown affect the time course of sleep disturbances. Sleep, 44(9), zsab080. He, J. W., Tu, Z. H., Xiao, L., Su, T., & Tang, Y. X. (2020). Effect of restricting bedtime mobile phone use on sleep, arousal, mood, and working memory: a randomized pilot trial. PloS one, 15(2), e0228756. Guest: Mariyan L. Montaque, DNP, FNP-BC   Music Credit: Matthew Bugos Thoughts? Suggestions? Email us at FranklySpeaking@pri-med.com   

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™   CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-434 Overview: Is butter back on the menu? This episode breaks down a recent study on butter consumption and mortality risk, examines the origins of saturated fat concerns, and offers patient-centered guidance. Gain practical tools to address outdated nutrition beliefs and guide patients toward realistic, heart-healthy dietary choices rooted in the latest evidence. Episode resource links: JAMA Intern Med. Published online March 6, 2025. doi:10.1001/jamainternmed.2025.0205 PLoS One 2016 Jun 29;11(6):e0158118. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0158118 Guest: Robert A. Baldor MD, FAAFP   Music Credit: Matthew Bugos Thoughts? Suggestions? Email us at FranklySpeaking@pri-med.com   

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™   CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-434 Overview: Is butter back on the menu? This episode breaks down a recent study on butter consumption and mortality risk, examines the origins of saturated fat concerns, and offers patient-centered guidance. Gain practical tools to address outdated nutrition beliefs and guide patients toward realistic, heart-healthy dietary choices rooted in the latest evidence. Episode resource links: JAMA Intern Med. Published online March 6, 2025. doi:10.1001/jamainternmed.2025.0205 PLoS One 2016 Jun 29;11(6):e0158118. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0158118 Guest: Robert A. Baldor MD, FAAFP   Music Credit: Matthew Bugos Thoughts? Suggestions? Email us at FranklySpeaking@pri-med.com   

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™   CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-433 Overview: E-cigarette use has risen significantly, especially among adolescents and young adults. Many people begin vaping alongside conventional cigarettes in an effort to quit or reduce smoking. But risks are emerging, challenging the belief that vaping is safer than combustible cigarettes. Join us as we explore the latest evidence on vaping, dual use, and the associated health risks. Episode resource links: Hamoud J, Hanewinkel R, Andreas S, et al. A Systematic Review Investigating the Impact of Dual Use of E-Cigarettes and Conventional Cigarettes on Smoking Cessation. ERJ Open Res 2024; in press (https://doi.org/10.1183/23120541.00902-2024). Lindson N, Butler AR, McRobbie H, et al. Electronic cigarettes for smoking cessation. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2024;1(1):CD010216. Published 2024 Jan 8. doi:10.1002/14651858.CD010216.pub8 Pisinger C, Rasmussen SKB. The Health Effects of Real-World Dual Use of Electronic and Conventional Cigarettes versus the Health Effects of Exclusive Smoking of Conventional Cigarettes: A Systematic Review. Int J Environ Res Public Health. 2022;19(20):13687. Published 2022 Oct 21. doi:10.3390/ijerph192013687 Nabbout, M. RSNA Press Release: Vaping Causes Immediate Effects on Vascular Function.  NIH-funded studies show damaging effects of vaping, smoking on blood vessels.  Kramarow, EA & Elgaddal, MS. Current Electorinc Cigarette Use Amoing Adults Aged 19 and Over: US, 2021. NCHS Data Brief, #475, Juky 2023.  CDC/NCHS Data: https://www.cdc.gov/nchs/fastats/smoking.htm Guest: Susan Feeney, DNP, FNP-BC, NP-C   Music Credit: Matthew Bugos Thoughts? Suggestions? Email us at FranklySpeaking@pri-med.com  

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™   CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-433 Overview: E-cigarette use has risen significantly, especially among adolescents and young adults. Many people begin vaping alongside conventional cigarettes in an effort to quit or reduce smoking. But risks are emerging, challenging the belief that vaping is safer than combustible cigarettes. Join us as we explore the latest evidence on vaping, dual use, and the associated health risks. Episode resource links: Hamoud J, Hanewinkel R, Andreas S, et al. A Systematic Review Investigating the Impact of Dual Use of E-Cigarettes and Conventional Cigarettes on Smoking Cessation. ERJ Open Res 2024; in press (https://doi.org/10.1183/23120541.00902-2024). Lindson N, Butler AR, McRobbie H, et al. Electronic cigarettes for smoking cessation. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2024;1(1):CD010216. Published 2024 Jan 8. doi:10.1002/14651858.CD010216.pub8 Pisinger C, Rasmussen SKB. The Health Effects of Real-World Dual Use of Electronic and Conventional Cigarettes versus the Health Effects of Exclusive Smoking of Conventional Cigarettes: A Systematic Review. Int J Environ Res Public Health. 2022;19(20):13687. Published 2022 Oct 21. doi:10.3390/ijerph192013687 Nabbout, M. RSNA Press Release: Vaping Causes Immediate Effects on Vascular Function.  NIH-funded studies show damaging effects of vaping, smoking on blood vessels.  Kramarow, EA & Elgaddal, MS. Current Electorinc Cigarette Use Amoing Adults Aged 19 and Over: US, 2021. NCHS Data Brief, #475, Juky 2023.  CDC/NCHS Data: https://www.cdc.gov/nchs/fastats/smoking.htm Guest: Susan Feeney, DNP, FNP-BC, NP-C   Music Credit: Matthew Bugos Thoughts? Suggestions? Email us at FranklySpeaking@pri-med.com  

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™   CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-432 Overview: With measles outbreaks on the rise in the United States and globally, it's important to skillfully recognize cases and effectively promote vaccination. This episode offers practical tips to identify measles and support patient conversations, helping you protect individual patients and strengthen community health. Episode resource links: CDC Health Alert Network, March 7, 2025 CDC Measles (Rubeola) UNICEF press release Guest: Alan M. Ehrlich, MD, FAAFP  Music Credit: Matthew Bugos Thoughts? Suggestions? Email us at FranklySpeaking@pri-med.com   

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™   CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-432 Overview: With measles outbreaks on the rise in the United States and globally, it's important to skillfully recognize cases and effectively promote vaccination. This episode offers practical tips to identify measles and support patient conversations, helping you protect individual patients and strengthen community health. Episode resource links: CDC Health Alert Network, March 7, 2025 CDC Measles (Rubeola) UNICEF press release Guest: Alan M. Ehrlich, MD, FAAFP  Music Credit: Matthew Bugos Thoughts? Suggestions? Email us at FranklySpeaking@pri-med.com   

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™   CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-431 Overview: Tune in as we discuss the updated WHO and CDC hepatitis B guidelines, specifically focusing on screening, vaccination, and management. Learn how to apply these recommendations in clinical practice to support the WHO's goal to eliminate hepatitis B by 2030. Guest: Mariyan L. Montaque, DNP, FNP-BC   Music Credit: Matthew Bugos Thoughts? Suggestions? Email us at FranklySpeaking@pri-med.com 

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™   CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-431 Overview: Tune in as we discuss the updated WHO and CDC hepatitis B guidelines, specifically focusing on screening, vaccination, and management. Learn how to apply these recommendations in clinical practice to support the WHO's goal to eliminate hepatitis B by 2030. Guest: Mariyan L. Montaque, DNP, FNP-BC   Music Credit: Matthew Bugos Thoughts? Suggestions? Email us at FranklySpeaking@pri-med.com 

Credits: 0.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™, 0.50 ABIM MOC or 0.52 AANP including 0.52 AANP Pharm   CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-cme-ce/Podcast/post-exposure-prophylaxis-covid-19  Overview: Explore the evolving role of post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) for COVID-19 in high-risk populations. Join infectious disease experts from Johns Hopkins as they discuss the latest data, clinical considerations, and promising agents in reducing severe outcomes when vaccination alone may not be enough. 

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™   CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-430 Overview: Stay up to date with the latest evidence-based acne treatment guidelines from the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD). Learn how to optimize topical and oral therapies, minimize antibiotic resistance, and apply new best practices to improve outcomes for adolescents and young adults. Don't miss these key updates for enhancing patient care. Episode resource links: J Am Acad Dermatol 2024;90:1006.e1-30. doi.org/10.1016/j.jaad.2023.12.017 Guest: Robert A. Baldor MD, FAAFP   Music Credit: Matthew Bugos Thoughts? Suggestions? Email us at FranklySpeaking@pri-med.com   

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™   CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-430 Overview: Stay up to date with the latest evidence-based acne treatment guidelines from the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD). Learn how to optimize topical and oral therapies, minimize antibiotic resistance, and apply new best practices to improve outcomes for adolescents and young adults. Don't miss these key updates for enhancing patient care. Episode resource links: J Am Acad Dermatol 2024;90:1006.e1-30. doi.org/10.1016/j.jaad.2023.12.017 Guest: Robert A. Baldor MD, FAAFP   Music Credit: Matthew Bugos Thoughts? Suggestions? Email us at FranklySpeaking@pri-med.com   

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™   CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-429 Overview: Colorectal cancer screening saves lives, yet many patients remain unscreened. This episode explores current screening methods, the evidence behind the new DNA blood test, and how it compares to existing options. Gain practical insights to guide patient discussions and improve screening rates in your practice. Episode resource links: N Engl J Med. 2024 Mar 14;390(11):973-983. doi: 10.1056/NEJMoa2304714 N Engl J Med 2024;390:984-93. DOI: 10.1056/NEJMoa2310336 Guest: Jillian Joseph, MPAS, PA-C Music Credit: Matthew Bugos Thoughts? Suggestions? Email us at FranklySpeaking@pri-med.com   

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™   CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-429 Overview: Colorectal cancer screening saves lives, yet many patients remain unscreened. This episode explores current screening methods, the evidence behind the new DNA blood test, and how it compares to existing options. Gain practical insights to guide patient discussions and improve screening rates in your practice. Episode resource links: N Engl J Med. 2024 Mar 14;390(11):973-983. doi: 10.1056/NEJMoa2304714 N Engl J Med 2024;390:984-93. DOI: 10.1056/NEJMoa2310336 Guest: Jillian Joseph, MPAS, PA-C Music Credit: Matthew Bugos Thoughts? Suggestions? Email us at FranklySpeaking@pri-med.com   

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™   CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-428 Overview: Stay ahead in stroke prevention with the latest guidelines. In this episode, we cover new considerations for social determinants of health, interventions across the lifespan, and evidence-based strategies to reduce stroke risk. Learn how to integrate these updates into primary care for more effective patient outcomes. Episode resource links: Bushnell, C., Kernan, W. N., Sharrief, A. Z., Chaturvedi, S., Cole, J. W., Cornwell, W. K., 3rd, Cosby-Gaither, C., Doyle, S., Goldstein, L. B., Lennon, O., Levine, D. A., Love, M., Miller, E., Nguyen-Huynh, M., Rasmussen-Winkler, J., Rexrode, K. M., Rosendale, N., Sarma, S., Shimbo, D., Simpkins, A. N., … Whelton, P. K. (2024). 2024 Guideline for the Primary Prevention of Stroke: A Guideline From the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association. Stroke, 55(12), e344–e424. https://doi.org/10.1161/STR.0000000000000475 Ravichandran, S., Gajjar, P., Walker, M. E., Prescott, B., Tsao, C. W., Jha, M., Rao, P., Miller, P., Larson, M. G., Vasan, R. S., Shah, R. V., Xanthakis, V., Lewis, G. D., & Nayor, M. (2024). Life's Essential 8 Cardiovascular Health Score and Cardiorespiratory Fitness in the Community. Journal of the American Heart Association, 13(9), e032944. https://doi.org/10.1161/JAHA.123.032944 Kumar, M., Orkaby, A., Tighe, C., Villareal, D. T., Billingsley, H., Nanna, M. G., Kwak, M. J., Rohant, N., Patel, S., Goyal, P., Hummel, S., Al-Malouf, C., Kolimas, A., Krishnaswami, A., Rich, M. W., Kirkpatrick, J., Damluji, A. A., Kuchel, G. A., Forman, D. E., & Alexander, K. P. (2023). Life's Essential 8: Optimizing Health in Older Adults. JACC. Advances, 2(7), 100560. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jacadv.2023.100560 Life's Essential 8 tools for providers and patient information: https://www.heart.org/en/healthy-living/healthy-lifestyle/lifes-essential-8 Guest: Jill M. Terrien PhD, ANP-BC   Music Credit: Matthew Bugos Thoughts? Suggestions? Email us at FranklySpeaking@pri-med.com   

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™   CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-428 Overview: Stay ahead in stroke prevention with the latest guidelines. In this episode, we cover new considerations for social determinants of health, interventions across the lifespan, and evidence-based strategies to reduce stroke risk. Learn how to integrate these updates into primary care for more effective patient outcomes. Episode resource links: Bushnell, C., Kernan, W. N., Sharrief, A. Z., Chaturvedi, S., Cole, J. W., Cornwell, W. K., 3rd, Cosby-Gaither, C., Doyle, S., Goldstein, L. B., Lennon, O., Levine, D. A., Love, M., Miller, E., Nguyen-Huynh, M., Rasmussen-Winkler, J., Rexrode, K. M., Rosendale, N., Sarma, S., Shimbo, D., Simpkins, A. N., … Whelton, P. K. (2024). 2024 Guideline for the Primary Prevention of Stroke: A Guideline From the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association. Stroke, 55(12), e344–e424. https://doi.org/10.1161/STR.0000000000000475 Ravichandran, S., Gajjar, P., Walker, M. E., Prescott, B., Tsao, C. W., Jha, M., Rao, P., Miller, P., Larson, M. G., Vasan, R. S., Shah, R. V., Xanthakis, V., Lewis, G. D., & Nayor, M. (2024). Life's Essential 8 Cardiovascular Health Score and Cardiorespiratory Fitness in the Community. Journal of the American Heart Association, 13(9), e032944. https://doi.org/10.1161/JAHA.123.032944 Kumar, M., Orkaby, A., Tighe, C., Villareal, D. T., Billingsley, H., Nanna, M. G., Kwak, M. J., Rohant, N., Patel, S., Goyal, P., Hummel, S., Al-Malouf, C., Kolimas, A., Krishnaswami, A., Rich, M. W., Kirkpatrick, J., Damluji, A. A., Kuchel, G. A., Forman, D. E., & Alexander, K. P. (2023). Life's Essential 8: Optimizing Health in Older Adults. JACC. Advances, 2(7), 100560. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jacadv.2023.100560 Life's Essential 8 tools for providers and patient information: https://www.heart.org/en/healthy-living/healthy-lifestyle/lifes-essential-8 Guest: Jill M. Terrien PhD, ANP-BC   Music Credit: Matthew Bugos Thoughts? Suggestions? Email us at FranklySpeaking@pri-med.com   

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™   CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-427 Overview: Discover how to optimize hypertension management with evidence-based exercise prescriptions. This episode reviews a large-scale meta-analysis on the effectiveness of various exercise routines for lowering blood pressure, helping you confidently integrate nonpharmacologic strategies into patient care. Learn which exercises work best and when to recommend them for improved cardiovascular health. Episode resource links: Edwards JJ, Deenmamode AHP, Griffiths M, et al. Br J Sports Med 2023;57:1317–1326. Guest: Robert A. Baldor MD, FAAFP   Music Credit: Matthew Bugos Thoughts? Suggestions? Email us at FranklySpeaking@pri-med.com  

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™   CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-427 Overview: Discover how to optimize hypertension management with evidence-based exercise prescriptions. This episode reviews a large-scale meta-analysis on the effectiveness of various exercise routines for lowering blood pressure, helping you confidently integrate nonpharmacologic strategies into patient care. Learn which exercises work best and when to recommend them for improved cardiovascular health. Episode resource links: Edwards JJ, Deenmamode AHP, Griffiths M, et al. Br J Sports Med 2023;57:1317–1326. Guest: Robert A. Baldor MD, FAAFP   Music Credit: Matthew Bugos Thoughts? Suggestions? Email us at FranklySpeaking@pri-med.com  

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™   CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-426 Overview: Drinking coffee offers potential health benefits—but does timing affect outcomes? This episode dives into new research on how morning vs. all-day coffee consumption impacts cardiovascular disease and all-cause mortality risk. Gain practical insights to optimize patient recommendations based on the latest evidence. Episode resource links: European Heart Journal (2025) 00, 1–11 https://doi.org/10.1093/eurheartj/ehae871 The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism, 2024, 00, 1–11 https://doi.org/10.1210/clinem/dgae552 Guest: Jillian Joseph, MPAS, PA-C   Music Credit: Matthew Bugos Thoughts? Suggestions? Email us at FranklySpeaking@pri-med.com  

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™   CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-426 Overview: Drinking coffee offers potential health benefits—but does timing affect outcomes? This episode dives into new research on how morning vs. all-day coffee consumption impacts cardiovascular disease and all-cause mortality risk. Gain practical insights to optimize patient recommendations based on the latest evidence. Episode resource links: European Heart Journal (2025) 00, 1–11 https://doi.org/10.1093/eurheartj/ehae871 The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism, 2024, 00, 1–11 https://doi.org/10.1210/clinem/dgae552 Guest: Jillian Joseph, MPAS, PA-C   Music Credit: Matthew Bugos Thoughts? Suggestions? Email us at FranklySpeaking@pri-med.com  

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™   CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-425 Overview: In this episode we discuss updates on the treatment and management of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). This is a common health concern, but it is often underdiagnosed and can have significant health impacts. We review its prevalence and standard treatments, highlighting the recently used medication therapy that has been found to be effective in treating OSA, particularly in individuals with obesity.  Episode resource links: https://www.aafp.org/pubs/afp/issues/2023/0300/uspstf-obstructive-sleep-apnea.html https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/295807-overview Malhotra, A., Grunstein, R. R., Fietze, I., Weaver, T. E., Redline, S., Azarbarzin, A., ... & Bednarik, J. (2024). Tirzepatide for the Treatment of Obstructive Sleep Apnea and Obesity. New England Journal of Medicine. Mangione, C. M., Barry, M. J., Nicholson, W. K., Cabana, M., Chelmow, D., Coker, T. R., ... & US Preventive Services Task Force. (2022). Screening for obstructive sleep apnea in adults: US Preventive Services Task Force recommendation statement. Jama, 328(19), 1945-1950. https://aasm.org/rising-prevalence-of-sleep-apnea-in-u-s-threatens-public-health/ Guest: Mariyan L. Montaque, DNP, FNP-BC  Music Credit: Matthew Bugos Thoughts? Suggestions? Email us at FranklySpeaking@pri-med.com  

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™   CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-425 Overview: In this episode we discuss updates on the treatment and management of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). This is a common health concern, but it is often underdiagnosed and can have significant health impacts. We review its prevalence and standard treatments, highlighting the recently used medication therapy that has been found to be effective in treating OSA, particularly in individuals with obesity.  Episode resource links: https://www.aafp.org/pubs/afp/issues/2023/0300/uspstf-obstructive-sleep-apnea.html https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/295807-overview Malhotra, A., Grunstein, R. R., Fietze, I., Weaver, T. E., Redline, S., Azarbarzin, A., ... & Bednarik, J. (2024). Tirzepatide for the Treatment of Obstructive Sleep Apnea and Obesity. New England Journal of Medicine. Mangione, C. M., Barry, M. J., Nicholson, W. K., Cabana, M., Chelmow, D., Coker, T. R., ... & US Preventive Services Task Force. (2022). Screening for obstructive sleep apnea in adults: US Preventive Services Task Force recommendation statement. Jama, 328(19), 1945-1950. https://aasm.org/rising-prevalence-of-sleep-apnea-in-u-s-threatens-public-health/ Guest: Mariyan L. Montaque, DNP, FNP-BC  Music Credit: Matthew Bugos Thoughts? Suggestions? Email us at FranklySpeaking@pri-med.com  

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™   CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-424   Overview: Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are one of the most common infections seen in primary care. In this episode, we discuss the latest guidelines addressing the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of UTIs. Tune in to enhance your clinical expertise and provide superior care to your patients with UTIs.   Episode resource links: Nelson Z, Aslan AT, Beahm NP, et al. Guidelines for the Prevention, Diagnosis, and Management of Urinary Tract Infections in Pediatrics and Adults: A WikiGuidelines Group Consensus Statement. JAMA Netw Open. 2024 Nov 4;7(11):e2444495   Guest: Alan M. Ehrlich, MD, FAAFP   Music Credit: Matthew Bugos   Thoughts? Suggestions? Email us at FranklySpeaking@pri-med.com 

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™   CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-424   Overview: Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are one of the most common infections seen in primary care. In this episode, we discuss the latest guidelines addressing the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of UTIs. Tune in to enhance your clinical expertise and provide superior care to your patients with UTIs.   Episode resource links: Nelson Z, Aslan AT, Beahm NP, et al. Guidelines for the Prevention, Diagnosis, and Management of Urinary Tract Infections in Pediatrics and Adults: A WikiGuidelines Group Consensus Statement. JAMA Netw Open. 2024 Nov 4;7(11):e2444495   Guest: Alan M. Ehrlich, MD, FAAFP   Music Credit: Matthew Bugos   Thoughts? Suggestions? Email us at FranklySpeaking@pri-med.com 

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™   CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-423 Overview: The use of electronic devices has increased across all ages, cultures, and socio-economic levels. Usage was also affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. There is a growing body of evidence that screen time can impact cognition and executive function in developing minds, and both the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and the WHO have recommendations on screen time exposure for children. Join us as we discuss recent evidence looking at the impact of screentime on toddlers' cognition and executive function over time.  Episode resource links: Fitzpatrick, C., Florit, E., Lemieux, A., Garon-Carrier, G, Mason, L. Associations between preschooler screentime trajectories and executive function. Academic Pediatrics, Volume 0, Issue 0, 102603. Schmidt-Persson J, Rasmussen MGB, Sørensen SO, et al. Screen Media Use and Mental Health of Children and Adolescents: A Secondary Analysis of a Randomized Clinical Trial. JAMA Netw Open. 2024;7(7):e2419881. doi:10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2024.19881 AAP Screen Time Guidelines Schmidt-Persson J, Rasmussen MGB, Sørensen SO, et al. Screen Media Use and Mental Health of Children and Adolescents: A Secondary Analysis of a Randomized Clinical Trial. JAMA Netw Open. 2024;7(7):e2419881. doi:10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2024.19881 Raj D, Ahmad N, Mohd Zulkefli NA, Lim PY. Stop and Play Digital Health Education Intervention for Reducing Excessive Screen Time Among Preschoolers From Low Socioeconomic Families: Cluster Randomized Controlled Trial. J Med Internet Res. 2023;25:e40955. Published 2023 May 4. doi:10.2196/40955 Guest: Susan Feeney, DNP, FNP-BC, NP-C Music Credit: Matthew Bugos Thoughts? Suggestions? Email us at FranklySpeaking@pri-med.com   

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™   CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-423 Overview: The use of electronic devices has increased across all ages, cultures, and socio-economic levels. Usage was also affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. There is a growing body of evidence that screen time can impact cognition and executive function in developing minds, and both the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and the WHO have recommendations on screen time exposure for children. Join us as we discuss recent evidence looking at the impact of screentime on toddlers' cognition and executive function over time.  Episode resource links: Fitzpatrick, C., Florit, E., Lemieux, A., Garon-Carrier, G, Mason, L. Associations between preschooler screentime trajectories and executive function. Academic Pediatrics, Volume 0, Issue 0, 102603. Schmidt-Persson J, Rasmussen MGB, Sørensen SO, et al. Screen Media Use and Mental Health of Children and Adolescents: A Secondary Analysis of a Randomized Clinical Trial. JAMA Netw Open. 2024;7(7):e2419881. doi:10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2024.19881   AAP Screen Time Guidelines Schmidt-Persson J, Rasmussen MGB, Sørensen SO, et al. Screen Media Use and Mental Health of Children and Adolescents: A Secondary Analysis of a Randomized Clinical Trial. JAMA Netw Open. 2024;7(7):e2419881. doi:10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2024.19881 Raj D, Ahmad N, Mohd Zulkefli NA, Lim PY. Stop and Play Digital Health Education Intervention for Reducing Excessive Screen Time Among Preschoolers From Low Socioeconomic Families: Cluster Randomized Controlled Trial. J Med Internet Res. 2023;25:e40955. Published 2023 May 4. doi:10.2196/40955     Guest: Susan Feeney, DNP, FNP-BC, NP-C Music Credit: Matthew Bugos Thoughts? Suggestions? Email us at FranklySpeaking@pri-med.com   

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™   CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-422 Overview: Conflicting data on alcohol's health effects leave clinicians uncertain about patient guidance. In this episode, we review the PREDIMED trial's findings on wine and cardiovascular outcomes, explore objective biomarkers for intake, and examine the National Academy of Sciences' recent report to clarify the risks and benefits of moderate consumption, giving you confidence in counseling patients. Episode resource links: Inés Domínguez-López, Rosa M Lamuela-Raventós, Cristina Razquin, et al. Urinary tartaric acid as a biomarker of wine consumption and cardiovascular risk: the PREDIMED trial, European Heart Journal, 2024;, ehae804, https://doi.org/10.1093/eurheartj/ehae804     National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. 2025. Review of Evidence on Alcohol and Health. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. https://doi.org/10.17226/28582   Guest: Robert A. Baldor MD, FAAFP Music Credit: Matthew Bugos Thoughts? Suggestions? Email us at FranklySpeaking@pri-med.com  

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™   CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-422 Overview: Conflicting data on alcohol's health effects leave clinicians uncertain about patient guidance. In this episode, we review the PREDIMED trial's findings on wine and cardiovascular outcomes, explore objective biomarkers for intake, and examine the National Academy of Sciences' recent report to clarify the risks and benefits of moderate consumption, giving you confidence in counseling patients. Episode resource links: Inés Domínguez-López, Rosa M Lamuela-Raventós, Cristina Razquin, et al. Urinary tartaric acid as a biomarker of wine consumption and cardiovascular risk: the PREDIMED trial, European Heart Journal, 2024;, ehae804, https://doi.org/10.1093/eurheartj/ehae804   National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. 2025. Review of Evidence on Alcohol and Health. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. https://doi.org/10.17226/28582   Guest: Robert A. Baldor MD, FAAFP Music Credit: Matthew Bugos Thoughts? Suggestions? Email us at FranklySpeaking@pri-med.com  

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™   CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-421 Overview: Join us as we discuss a recent meta-analysis examining randomized controlled trials to investigate healthcare costs, quality of care, and patient well-being when delivered by advanced nurse practitioners (ANPs). Explore the evidence behind ANPs' effectiveness and their potential to enhance patient outcomes while optimizing healthcare resources. Episode resource links: Melati Fajarini, Agus Setiawan, Chien-Mei Sung, Ruey Chen, Doresses Liu, Chiu-Kuei Lee, Shu-Fen Niu, Kuei-Ru Chou, Effects of advanced practice nurses on health-care costs, quality of care, and patient well-being: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials, International Journal of Nursing Studies, Volume 162, 2025,104953, ISSN 0020-7489, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijnurstu.2024.104953 The miseducation of America's nurse practitioners, July 24, 2024      Perloff, J., Clarke, S., DesRoches, C. M., O'Reilly-Jacob, M., & Buerhaus, P. (2019). Association of State-Level Restrictions in Nurse Practitioner Scope of Practice With the Quality of Primary Care Provided to Medicare Beneficiaries. Medical care research and review : MCRR, 76(5), 597–626. https://doi.org/10.1177/1077558717732402   Yang, B. K., Johantgen, M. E., Trinkoff, A. M., Idzik, S. R., Wince, J., & Tomlinson, C. (2021). State Nurse Practitioner Practice Regulations and U.S. Health Care Delivery Outcomes: A Systematic Review. Medical care research and review : MCRR, 78(3), 183–196. https://doi.org/10.1177/1077558719901216   Taylor K (2023) Bridging the Gap to Health Care Access: The Role of the Nurse Practitioner. Int Arch Public Health Community Med 7:091. doi.org/10.23937/2643-4512/1710091 Guest: Susan Feeney, DNP, FNP-BC, NP-C, Jill M. Terrien PhD, ANP-BC  Music Credit: Matthew Bugos Thoughts? Suggestions? Email us at FranklySpeaking@pri-med.com  

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™   CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-421 Overview: Join us as we discuss a recent meta-analysis examining randomized controlled trials to investigate healthcare costs, quality of care, and patient well-being when delivered by advanced nurse practitioners (ANPs). Explore the evidence behind ANPs' effectiveness and their potential to enhance patient outcomes while optimizing healthcare resources. Episode resource links: Melati Fajarini, Agus Setiawan, Chien-Mei Sung, Ruey Chen, Doresses Liu, Chiu-Kuei Lee, Shu-Fen Niu, Kuei-Ru Chou, Effects of advanced practice nurses on health-care costs, quality of care, and patient well-being: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials, International Journal of Nursing Studies, Volume 162, 2025,104953, ISSN 0020-7489, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijnurstu.2024.104953 The miseducation of America's nurse practitioners, July 24, 2024    Perloff, J., Clarke, S., DesRoches, C. M., O'Reilly-Jacob, M., & Buerhaus, P. (2019). Association of State-Level Restrictions in Nurse Practitioner Scope of Practice With the Quality of Primary Care Provided to Medicare Beneficiaries. Medical care research and review : MCRR, 76(5), 597–626. https://doi.org/10.1177/1077558717732402   Yang, B. K., Johantgen, M. E., Trinkoff, A. M., Idzik, S. R., Wince, J., & Tomlinson, C. (2021). State Nurse Practitioner Practice Regulations and U.S. Health Care Delivery Outcomes: A Systematic Review. Medical care research and review : MCRR, 78(3), 183–196. https://doi.org/10.1177/1077558719901216   Taylor K (2023) Bridging the Gap to Health Care Access: The Role of the Nurse Practitioner. Int Arch Public Health Community Med 7:091. doi.org/10.23937/2643-4512/1710091 Guest: Susan Feeney, DNP, FNP-BC, NP-C, Jill M. Terrien PhD, ANP-BC  Music Credit: Matthew Bugos Thoughts? Suggestions? Email us at FranklySpeaking@pri-med.com  

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™   CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-420 Overview: Listen in as we discuss the US Surgeon General's new advisory on the impact of alcohol on cancer incidence and mortality. We review the latest data, explore alcohol's role in carcinogenesis, and provide evidence-based guidance to help you counsel patients on safer consumption and cancer prevention. Episode resource links: U.S. Surgeon General Issues New Advisory on Link Between Alcohol and Cancer Risk | HHS.gov Guest: Jillian Joseph, MPAS, PA-C Music Credit: Matthew Bugos Thoughts? Suggestions? Email us at FranklySpeaking@pri-med.com   

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™   CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-420 Overview: Listen in as we discuss the US Surgeon General's new advisory on the impact of alcohol on cancer incidence and mortality. We review the latest data, explore alcohol's role in carcinogenesis, and provide evidence-based guidance to help you counsel patients on safer consumption and cancer prevention. Episode resource links: U.S. Surgeon General Issues New Advisory on Link Between Alcohol and Cancer Risk | HHS.gov Guest: Jillian Joseph, MPAS, PA-C Music Credit: Matthew Bugos Thoughts? Suggestions? Email us at FranklySpeaking@pri-med.com   

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™   CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-419 Overview: Water fluoridation has been an area of periodic controversy since it was first introduced in the 1950s. This episode dives into recent reports on the benefits and potential impacts of water fluoridation on children's IQ. Gain valuable insights and feel prepared when addressing patient questions about this topic. Episode resource links: Taylor KW, Eftim SE, Sibrizzi CA, et al. Fluoride Exposure and Children's IQ Scores: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. JAMA Pediatr. Published online January 06, 2025.  Iheozor-Ejiofor Z, Walsh T, Lewis SR, Riley P, Boyers D, Clarkson JE, Worthington HV, Glenny AM, O'Malley L. Water fluoridation for the prevention of dental caries. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2024 Oct 4;10(10):CD010856.  Schluter PJ, Hobbs M, Atkins H, Mattingley B, Lee M. Association Between Community Water Fluoridation and Severe Dental Caries Experience in 4-Year-Old New Zealand Children. JAMA Pediatr. 2020 Oct 1;174(10):969-976 Guest: Alan M. Ehrlich, MD, FAAFP   Music Credit: Matthew Bugos Thoughts? Suggestions? Email us at FranklySpeaking@pri-med.com   

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™   CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-419 Overview: Water fluoridation has been an area of periodic controversy since it was first introduced in the 1950s. This episode dives into recent reports on the benefits and potential impacts of water fluoridation on children's IQ. Gain valuable insights and feel prepared when addressing patient questions about this topic. Episode resource links: Taylor KW, Eftim SE, Sibrizzi CA, et al. Fluoride Exposure and Children's IQ Scores: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. JAMA Pediatr. Published online January 06, 2025.  Iheozor-Ejiofor Z, Walsh T, Lewis SR, Riley P, Boyers D, Clarkson JE, Worthington HV, Glenny AM, O'Malley L. Water fluoridation for the prevention of dental caries. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2024 Oct 4;10(10):CD010856.  Schluter PJ, Hobbs M, Atkins H, Mattingley B, Lee M. Association Between Community Water Fluoridation and Severe Dental Caries Experience in 4-Year-Old New Zealand Children. JAMA Pediatr. 2020 Oct 1;174(10):969-976 Guest: Alan M. Ehrlich, MD, FAAFP   Music Credit: Matthew Bugos Thoughts? Suggestions? Email us at FranklySpeaking@pri-med.com   

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™   CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-418 Overview: Acute episodes of nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea due to gastroenteritis in children are common complaints seen in primary and urgent care settings. Join us as we discuss recent evidence suggesting that apple juice can be as effective as commercial electrolyte solutions, offering a cost-effective and convenient option for oral replacement therapy for mild dehydration. Episode resource links: Freedman SB, Willan AR, Boutis K, Schuh S. Effect of Dilute Apple Juice and Preferred Fluids vs Electrolyte Maintenance Solution on Treatment Failure Among Children With Mild Gastroenteritis: A Randomized Clinical Trial. JAMA. 2016;315(18):1966-1974. doi:10.1001/jama.2016.5352 Goldman RD, Friedman JN, Parkin PC. Validation of the clinical dehydration scale for children with acute gastroenteritis. Pediatrics. 2008;122(3):545-549. doi:10.1542/peds.2007-3141 Jauregui J, Nelson D, Choo E, et al. External validation and comparison of three pediatric clinical dehydration scales. PLoS One. 2014;9(5):e95739. Published 2014 May 2. doi:10.1371/journal.pone.0095739 https://primarycarenotebook.com/pages/haematology/world-health-organization-who-scale-for-dehydration AAP: Signs of Dehydration in infant and children https://primarycarenotebook.com/pages/haematology/world-health-organization-who-scale-for-dehydration Guest: Susan Feeney, DNP, FNP-BC, NP-C  Music Credit: Matthew Bugos Thoughts? Suggestions? Email us at FranklySpeaking@pri-med.com   

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™   CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-418 Overview: Acute episodes of nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea due to gastroenteritis in children are common complaints seen in primary and urgent care settings. Join us as we discuss recent evidence suggesting that apple juice can be as effective as commercial electrolyte solutions, offering a cost-effective and convenient option for oral replacement therapy for mild dehydration. Episode resource links: Freedman SB, Willan AR, Boutis K, Schuh S. Effect of Dilute Apple Juice and Preferred Fluids vs Electrolyte Maintenance Solution on Treatment Failure Among Children With Mild Gastroenteritis: A Randomized Clinical Trial. JAMA. 2016;315(18):1966-1974. doi:10.1001/jama.2016.5352 Goldman RD, Friedman JN, Parkin PC. Validation of the clinical dehydration scale for children with acute gastroenteritis. Pediatrics. 2008;122(3):545-549. doi:10.1542/peds.2007-3141 Jauregui J, Nelson D, Choo E, et al. External validation and comparison of three pediatric clinical dehydration scales. PLoS One. 2014;9(5):e95739. Published 2014 May 2. doi:10.1371/journal.pone.0095739 https://primarycarenotebook.com/pages/haematology/world-health-organization-who-scale-for-dehydration AAP: Signs of Dehydration in infant and children https://primarycarenotebook.com/pages/haematology/world-health-organization-who-scale-for-dehydration Guest: Susan Feeney, DNP, FNP-BC, NP-C  Music Credit: Matthew Bugos Thoughts? Suggestions? Email us at FranklySpeaking@pri-med.com   

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™   CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-417   Overview: Joseph is a 57 year old male who presents today for his routine annual exam. He is a healthy male, who is active and has no complaints today. He reports that since he was seen last he generally has been doing well but did have a ER visit for persistent cough in the setting of recovering from Covid. While in the Emergency Department he did undergo testing. On a CT Chest scan there was an incidental finding of moderate coronary artery calcifications.  He asked today, what does moderate coronary artery calcification? Is my heart ok, my dad had a heart attack at 60.    Episode resource links: https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/cardiovascular-diseases-(cvds) https://odphp.health.gov/healthypeople/objectives-and-data/browse-objectives/heart-disease-and-stroke#:~:text=Heart%20disease%20and%20stroke%20can,and%20high%20cholesterol%20through%20treatment. Vikulova, D. N., Lee, M. K., Humphries, K. H., Pinheiro-Muller, D., Dawes, M., Pimstone, S. N., & Brunham, L. R. (2024). Preventive Lipid-Lowering Therapy and Interactions With Health Care in Patients Who Develop Premature Coronary Artery Disease. JACC: Advances, 101316.   Maron, D. J., Budoff, M. J., Sky, J. C., Bommer, W. J., Epstein, S. D., Fisher, D. A., ... & DeMaria, A. N. (2024). Coronary Artery Calcium Staging to Guide Preventive Interventions: A Proposal and Call to Action. JACC: Advances, 3(11), 101287. https://www.cdc.gov/heart-disease-family-history/about/index.html   Guest: Mariyan L. Montaque, DNP, FNP-BC   Music Credit: Matthew Bugos   Thoughts? Suggestions? Email us at FranklySpeaking@pri-med.com 

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™   CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-417   Overview: Joseph is a 57 year old male who presents today for his routine annual exam. He is a healthy male, who is active and has no complaints today. He reports that since he was seen last he generally has been doing well but did have a ER visit for persistent cough in the setting of recovering from Covid. While in the Emergency Department he did undergo testing. On a CT Chest scan there was an incidental finding of moderate coronary artery calcifications.  He asked today, what does moderate coronary artery calcification? Is my heart ok, my dad had a heart attack at 60.    Episode resource links: https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/cardiovascular-diseases-(cvds) https://odphp.health.gov/healthypeople/objectives-and-data/browse-objectives/heart-disease-and-stroke#:~:text=Heart%20disease%20and%20stroke%20can,and%20high%20cholesterol%20through%20treatment. Vikulova, D. N., Lee, M. K., Humphries, K. H., Pinheiro-Muller, D., Dawes, M., Pimstone, S. N., & Brunham, L. R. (2024). Preventive Lipid-Lowering Therapy and Interactions With Health Care in Patients Who Develop Premature Coronary Artery Disease. JACC: Advances, 101316.   Maron, D. J., Budoff, M. J., Sky, J. C., Bommer, W. J., Epstein, S. D., Fisher, D. A., ... & DeMaria, A. N. (2024). Coronary Artery Calcium Staging to Guide Preventive Interventions: A Proposal and Call to Action. JACC: Advances, 3(11), 101287. https://www.cdc.gov/heart-disease-family-history/about/index.html   Guest: Mariyan L. Montaque, DNP, FNP-BC   Music Credit: Matthew Bugos   Thoughts? Suggestions? Email us at FranklySpeaking@pri-med.com 

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™   CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-416 Overview: Listen in as we discuss chronic sacroiliac (SI) dysfunction and the role of nonpharmacological therapies, including acupuncture, in managing back pain and improving function. Hear evidence-based considerations for integrating acupuncture into your practice to offer effective, medication-free options for patients with chronic SI pain. Episode resource links: Kim G, Kim D, Moon H, et al. Acupuncture and Acupoints for Low Back Pain: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Am J Chin Med. 2023;51(2):223-247. doi:10.1142/S0192415X23500131 Mu J, Furlan AD, Lam WY, Hsu MY, Ning Z, Lao L. Acupuncture for chronic nonspecific low back pain. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2020;12(12):CD013814. Published 2020 Dec 11. doi:10.1002/14651858.CD013814 Tu J-F et al. Acupuncture vs sham acupuncture for chronic sciatica from herniated disk: A randomized clinical trial. JAMA Intern Med 2024 Oct 14; [e-pub]. (https://doi.org/10.1001/jamainternmed.2024.5463) Wu M, Fan C, Liu H, et al. The Effectiveness of Acupuncture for Low Back Pain: An Umbrella Review and Meta-Analysis. Am J Chin Med. 2024;52(4):905-923. doi:10.1142/S0192415X2450037X https://www-dynamed-com.umassmed.idm.oclc.org/condition/sciatica Guest: Susan Feeney, DNP, FNP   Music Credit: Matthew Bugos Thoughts? Suggestions? Email us at FranklySpeaking@pri-med.com   

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™   CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-416 Overview: Listen in as we discuss chronic sacroiliac (SI) dysfunction and the role of nonpharmacological therapies, including acupuncture, in managing back pain and improving function. Hear evidence-based considerations for integrating acupuncture into your practice to offer effective, medication-free options for patients with chronic SI pain. Episode resource links: Kim G, Kim D, Moon H, et al. Acupuncture and Acupoints for Low Back Pain: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Am J Chin Med. 2023;51(2):223-247. doi:10.1142/S0192415X23500131 Mu J, Furlan AD, Lam WY, Hsu MY, Ning Z, Lao L. Acupuncture for chronic nonspecific low back pain. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2020;12(12):CD013814. Published 2020 Dec 11. doi:10.1002/14651858.CD013814 Tu J-F et al. Acupuncture vs sham acupuncture for chronic sciatica from herniated disk: A randomized clinical trial. JAMA Intern Med 2024 Oct 14; [e-pub]. (https://doi.org/10.1001/jamainternmed.2024.5463) Wu M, Fan C, Liu H, et al. The Effectiveness of Acupuncture for Low Back Pain: An Umbrella Review and Meta-Analysis. Am J Chin Med. 2024;52(4):905-923. doi:10.1142/S0192415X2450037X https://www-dynamed-com.umassmed.idm.oclc.org/condition/sciatica Guest: Susan Feeney, DNP, FNP   Music Credit: Matthew Bugos Thoughts? Suggestions? Email us at FranklySpeaking@pri-med.com   

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™   CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-415 Overview: Join us as we discuss the role of postexposure prophylaxis (PEP) in reducing the incidence and adverse outcomes of sexually transmitted infections (STIs), including chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis. Discover when, why, and how to prescribe PEP to better provide your patients with effective prevention options to help reduce rising STI rates and disproportionate impacts on women. Episode resource links: Stewart, J., Oware, K., Donnell, D., Violette, L. R., Odoyo, J., Soge, O. O., ... & Baeten, J. M. (2023). Doxycycline prophylaxis to prevent sexually transmitted infections in women. New England Journal of Medicine, 389(25), 2331-2340. https://www.cdc.gov/sti/php/from-the-director/doxy-pep-sti-prevention-strategy.html#:~:text=Doxy%20PEP%20has%20proven%20to,syphilis%2C%20chlamydia%2C%20gonorrhea). Guest: Mariyan L. Montaque, DNP, FNP-BC Music Credit: Matthew Bugos Thoughts? Suggestions? Email us at FranklySpeaking@pri-med.com   

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™   CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-414 Overview: Standing desks are a popular choice for people with sedentary jobs who want to increase their physical activity. In this episode, we look at the latest data on the benefits and risks of prolonged standing and provide actionable strategies to help patients reduce cardiovascular risk through informed movement choices. Episode resource links: Ahmadi MN, Coenen P, Straker L, Stamatakis E. Device-measured stationary behaviour and cardiovascular and orthostatic circulatory disease incidence. Int J Epidemiol. 2024 Oct 13;53(6):dyae136. doi: 10.1093/ije/dyae136. PMID: 39412356; PMCID: PMC11481281. Guest: Alan M. Ehrlich, MD, FAAFP  Music Credit: Matthew Bugos Thoughts? Suggestions? Email us at FranklySpeaking@pri-med.com   

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™   CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-413 Overview: Listen in to learn about the role of nicotinamide (vitamin B3) in reducing the risk of certain skin cancers. This episode reviews key prevention strategies, the latest evidence on skin cancer management, and practical approaches to support patients with sun-damaged skin. Episode resource links: Discuss the prevalence of basal cell and squamous cell carcinomas  Review the potential benefits of nicotinamide (vitamin B3) for the prevention of skin abnormalities Identify additional methods to prevent skin cancer Guest: Alan M. Ehrlich, MD, FAAFP   Music Credit: Matthew Bugos Thoughts? Suggestions? Email us at FranklySpeaking@pri-med.com   

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™   CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-412 Overview: Discover how improper arm positioning can lead to inaccurate blood pressure readings and influence hypertension management as we discuss a recent randomized controlled trial. Hear evidence-based techniques to ensure proper arm and cuff positioning, improving hypertension diagnosis in your clinical practice. Episode resource links: JAMA Intern Med. Published online October 7, 2024. doi:10.1001/jamainternmed.2024.5213 Guest: Robert A. Baldor MD, FAAFP Music Credit: Matthew Bugos Thoughts? Suggestions? Email us at FranklySpeaking@pri-med.com