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Too Much Protein: Hidden Risks for Weight Loss Patients

Excessive protein intake may harm weight loss patients through kidney strain and cardiovascular risks. Consider nutritional counseling referrals for balanced approach. Medscape Medical News source https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/protein-problem-why-too-much-may-harm-your-patients-weight-2025a1000ii9?src=rss

AI: augmenting the intelligence of family physicians

In a recent editorial , Dr. Joel Selanikio discussed how 24/7 access to generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools such as ChatGPT empowers patients to retrieve health information and self-manage low-acuity conditions that would have previously involved visiting a clinician. By embracing the capabilities of AI to reduce administrative burdens and improve clinical outcomes, Dr. Selanikio argued that practices can demonstrate “the unique and irreplaceable value doctors bring to health care.”  Another opinion envisioned the rise of “AI-augmented generalists” who integrate the knowledge base of subspecialists and use large language models (LLMs) as “active cognitive collaborators.” New competencies required for the AI era include “AI system proficiency,” “collaborative problem-solving,” and “contextual adaptation.” Recently published and ongoing research provides several real-world examples. A 2025 Graham Center Policy One-Pager synthesized information from online peer forums an...

Single Brain MRI Reveals Accelerated Aging, Dementia Risk

A novel MRI-based ‘aging’ clock may offer a simple way to identify patients whose biological age is outpacing their chronological age, allowing for early intervention. Medscape Medical News source https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/single-brain-mri-reveals-accelerated-aging-dementia-risk-2025a1000ido?src=rss

Toxic PFAS Contaminate Eggs, Meat, and Milk

The Générations Futures urges systematic PFAS screening across all food categories and stricter REACH regulations to reduce PFAS exposure in Europe. Medscape News UK source https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/toxic-pfas-contaminate-eggs-meat-and-milk-2025a1000idj?src=rss

Some ICD Recipients May Not Need Defibrillation Testing

Omission of defibrillation testing did not significantly affect mortality or shock efficacy in most recipients of subcutaneous implantable cardioverter-defibrillators, a new study finds. Medscape Medical News source https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/new-study-questions-defibrillation-testing-all-s-icds-2025a1000idl?src=rss

Violence Often Continues Across Care Settings

Nearly half of patients who engage in violent behavior in out-of-hospital settings continue to engage in violence in the emergency department or hospital, a study shows. Medscape Medical News source https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/violent-behavior-patients-often-persists-across-emergency-2025a1000ibx?src=rss