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    • What Is Prediabetes?
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      December 1, 2023

      This JAMA Patient Page describes the condition of prediabetes and its symptoms, diagnosis, and management strategies.

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    • What Parents Should Know About Gun Safety in the Home and Vehicle
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      December 1, 2023

      This Patient Page describes safety measures parents can take to protect children from gun violence.

      Firearms Violence JAMA Pediatrics Patient Information Child Injury Prevention Pediatrics
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    • Cervical Cancer Screening
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      November 28, 2023

      This JAMA Patient Page discusses screening for cervical cancer, including who should be screened, recommendations for handling positive results, and the prevention of cervical cancer.

      Cervical Cancer Oncology Gynecologic Cancer Gynecology Women's Health
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    • What Parents Should Expect From the New AAP Obesity Guidelines
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      November 27, 2023

      This JAMA Pediatrics Patient Page describes pediatric weight management according to the obesity guidelines recently published by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP).

      Guidelines Obesity JAMA Pediatrics Patient Information Pediatrics
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    • Blood Donation
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      November 21, 2023

      This JAMA Patient Page describes the blood donation experience, why blood donation is important, and resources for people who want to donate blood.

      Bleeding and Transfusion Pathology and Laboratory Medicine JAMA Patient Information
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    • What Are Diabetic Foot Ulcers?
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      November 17, 2023

      This JAMA Patient Page describes diabetic foot ulcers and their evaluation and treatment.

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    • Malignant Pericardial Effusion, or Fluid Around the Heart Due to Cancer
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      November 16, 2023

      This JAMA Oncology Patient Page describes the accumulation of excess fluid around the heart caused by cancer, known as malignant pericardial effusion.

      Oncology JAMA Oncology Patient Information Pericardial Disease Cardiology
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    • Over-the-Counter Progestin-Only Oral Contraceptives
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      November 14, 2023

      This JAMA Patient Page describes progestin-only oral contraceptive pills, which recently have been approved to be sold over the counter.

      Adolescent Medicine Clinical Pharmacy and Pharmacology Pediatrics Gynecology Women's Health
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    • I Am Worried I Have Sciatica—What Do I Need to Know?
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      November 13, 2023

      This JAMA Internal Medicine Patient Page reviews sciatica, its symptoms, and treatment options for those who have it.

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    • What Are Pituitary Adenomas?
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      November 10, 2023

      This JAMA Patient Page describes the types and symptoms of pituitary adenomas and their diagnosis and treatment.

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    • Dental Caries in Adults, Adolescents, and Children
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      November 7, 2023

      This JAMA Patient Page describes oral health, particularly care of the teeth and prevention of tooth and gum disease, and discusses the pros and cons of screening for dental caries by primary care clinicians.

      Guidelines Otolaryngology Dental Medicine JAMA Patient Information United States Preventive Services Task Force
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    • Topical Nonprescription Pain Medications for Adults
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      November 3, 2023

      This JAMA Patient Page describes the types of topical nonprescription pain medications and tips for using them.

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    • What Parents Should Know About Food and Food Insecurity for Their Families
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      November 1, 2023

      This Patient Page discusses how families with food insecurity can partner with their child’s pediatrician to access nutrition food .

      Nutrition JAMA Pediatrics Patient Information Health Inequities Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Pediatrics
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    • Geriatric Assessments in Older Adults With Cancer
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      November 1, 2023

      This JAMA Oncology Patient Page describes the geriatric assessment used by clinicians to evaluate the health of older adults with cancer.

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    • What Is Glaucoma?
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      October 24, 2023

      This JAMA Patient Page describes the eye disease glaucoma, risk factors, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.

      Glaucoma JAMA Patient Information Ophthalmology
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    • Nonprescription Heartburn Medications for Adults
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      October 17, 2023

      This JAMA Patient Page describes the types of nonprescription heartburn medications: antacids, histamine 2 blockers, and proton pump inhibitors.

      Clinical Pharmacy and Pharmacology Gastroenterology Gastroesophageal Reflux Gastroduodenal Ulcer Gastroenterology and Hepatology
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    • Isotretinoin for Treatment of Acne
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      October 11, 2023

      This JAMA Dermatology Patient Page discusses isotretinoin for treatment of acne.

      Acne Dermatology Clinical Pharmacy and Pharmacology JAMA Dermatology Patient Information Pediatrics
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    • What to Know About Chlamydia
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      October 10, 2023

      This JAMA Patient Page describes the signs and symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of chlamydia infection.

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    • What to Know About Gonorrhea
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      October 10, 2023

      This JAMA Patient Page describes the signs and symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of gonorrhea infection.

      Infectious Diseases Sexually Transmitted Infections JAMA Patient Information LGBTQIA Medicine
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    • Outpatient Treatment for COVID-19
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      October 3, 2023

      This JAMA Patient Page describes current medications available for outpatient treatment of COVID-19 (nirmatrelvir-ritonavir, remdesivir, and molnupiravir), their effectiveness, and how to obtain them.

      Clinical Pharmacy and Pharmacology JAMA Patient Information Coronavirus (COVID-19)
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