A peer-reviewed journal dedicated to providing high-quality continuing medical education for family physicians and other primary care clinicians.
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NEW BLOG: Stopping an Outbreak: Hantavirus on the MV Hondius—Kenny Lin, MD, MPH bit.ly/4uW82fA #AFPJournal #AFPBlog
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People living with HIV have higher cancer rates than those without HIV. Breast, colon, lung, and prostate cancer screening recommendations for patients with HIV infection are identical to those for the general population. Learn more in the May AFP Podcast: bit.ly/4uQvJpw
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Part 2 of the May AFP Podcast is available! Listen to the entire episode: bit.ly/4uQvJpw #FamilyMedicine #AFPJournal #AFPPodcast
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The US Food and Drug Administration has approved only two atypical antipsychotic drugs—risperidone and aripiprazole—for the treatment of irritability in children and adolescents up to age 17 years with Autism Spectrum Disorder. More info: bit.ly/3PSGFDR
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HIV remains a significant public health challenge despite highly effective prevention and treatment strategies. Screening for HIV infection is recommended for individuals ages 15 to 65 years.. Learn more: bit.ly/4o5wqJ2
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NEW BLOG: PCOS Gets a New Name: Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS)—Lilian White, MD bit.ly/3QmSP8h #AFPJournal #AFPBlog
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Skin and soft tissue infections are often seen in the outpatient and inpatient settings, with increased incidence in summer months. Abscesses and cellulitis account for approximately 60% of infections, and most are treated in the ambulatory setting: bit.ly/3Rz48KY
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Measles, mumps, rubella coverage among kindergartners has fallen from 95% in 2019–2020 to 92.5% in 2024–2025. Coverage with the combined seven-vaccine series by age 24 months has also declined in recent years. Learn more: bit.ly/49woKJT
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May 30
Have you taken the CME Quiz for the May issue? It is worth 11 credits: bit.ly/4nZZDFd #FamilyMedicine #AFPJournal
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May 29
Recurrence of cellulitis is common, occurring in as many as 29% of cases. Risk factors for recurrence include lymphedema, dependent lower extremity edema, and malignancy. Listen to Part 1 of the May AFP Podcast to learn more: bit.ly/3PSGFDR
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May 28
Family physicians are positioned to provide long-term care for patients seeking surgical attention for obesity and obesity-related complications, highlighting the importance of education regarding associated acute, subacute, and chronic complications: bit.ly/4e5x71A
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May 27
NEW BLOG: FDA's Flavored e-Cigarette Approval: A Policy Reversal With Unresolved Risks—Michael C. Harding, MD, MPH bit.ly/4a00MXB #AFPBlog
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May 26
Hypertension affects approximately 46% to 48% of US adults, with severe blood pressure elevations (180/110–120 mm Hg or higher) observed in more than 13% of individuals with preexisting hypertension.
Listen to Part 1 of the May AFP Podcast to learn more: bit.ly/3PSGFDR
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GP Evidence (bit.ly/4dsHH2z) is a free website designed primarily for family physicians. It provides useful information to support person-centered care in a way that is both appropriate and flexible for a particular person and context. Learn more: bit.ly/49jwaA8
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May 22
Botulinum toxin injection has been the most commonly performed minimally invasive cosmetic procedure in the United States for more than 20 years. It is a common entry procedure for clinicians considering aesthetic treatments for their practice. Learn more: bit.ly/4dCtvCM
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May 21
Part 1 of the May AFP Podcast is available! Listen to the entire episode: bit.ly/3PSGFDR #FamilyMedicine #AFPJournal #AFPPodcast
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May 20
Foot and ankle injections are commonly performed by family physicians for the management of musculoskeletal conditions. Injections can help improve pain, ultimately increasing activity in patients with foot and ankle pain. Learn more: bit.ly/4eYoRl8
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May 19
NEW BLOG: Management of Foreign Body Ingestion in Children—Lilian White, MD bit.ly/3PQTEpD #AFPBlog
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