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Cracking into the Evidence: Does Eating Nuts Affect Cognitive Performance? - Frankly Speaking Ep 350 Oct 16, 2023

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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-350

Overview: Nuts have a reputation for providing a variety of health benefits, but how far do their nutritional superpowers reach? In this episode, we take a look at the findings of a study showing the association between nut consumption and cognitive performance. Listen in as expert faculty discuss the implications for managing patients at risk for cognitive decline.

Episode resource links:

The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ajcnut.2023.05.032

Guest: Robert A. Baldor MD, FAAFP
Music Credit: Richard Onorato

Bariatric Surgery: A Great Option to Lower Breast Cancer Risk - Frankly Speaking Ep 349 Oct 09, 2023

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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-349

Overview: Recent observational data has shown the potential for bariatric surgery to lower breast cancer risk in women with obesity. Tune in as faculty discuss what the evidence says about this connection and when to consider exploring the option for your patients’ weight-loss management.

Episode resource links:

AMA Surg. 2023 Jun 1;158(6):634-641. doi: 10.1001/jamasurg.2023.0530.
J Natl Cancer Inst. 2003;95(16):1218.
J Natl Cancer Inst. 2015;107(2) Epub 2015 Mar 10.

Guest: Robert A. Baldor MD, FAAFP
Music Credit: Richard Onorato

Smart Prevention: Wearable Devices and Stroke Defense - Frankly Speaking Ep 348 Oct 02, 2023

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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-348

Overview: Discover how wearable fitness devices are transforming early detection of atrial fibrillation with their potential to reduce stroke risk. In this episode, we share insights on leveraging smartwatches to improve health outcomes and when to encourage their use in patient care.

Episode resource links:

Bedi, A., Al Masri, M. K., Al Hennawi, H., Qadir, S., & Ottman, P. (2023). The Integration of Artificial Intelligence Into Patient Care: A Case of Atrial Fibrillation Caught by a Smartwatch. Cureus, 15(3).
Long, K. Y., Shanmugam, K., & Rana, M. E. (2023, January). An Evaluation of Smartwatch Contribution in Improving Human Health. In 2023 17th
International Conference on Ubiquitous Information Management and Communication (IMCOM) (pp. 1-4). IEEE.
Mattison, G., Canfell, O. J., Forrester, D., Dobbins, C., Smith, D., Reid, D., & Sullivan, C. (2023). A step in the right direction: the potential role of smartwatches in supporting chronic disease prevention in health care. The Medical Journal of Australia, 218(9), 384-388.
Meza, C., Juega, J., Francisco, J., Santos, A., Duran, L., Rodriguez, M., ... & Pagola, J. (2023). Accuracy of a Smartwatch to Assess Heart Rate Monitoring and Atrial Fibrillation in Stroke Patients. Sensors, 23(10), 4632.
https://www.stroke.org/en/about-stroke/types-of-stroke/cryptogenic-stroke

Guest: Mariyan L. Montaque, DNP, FNP-BC
Music Credit: Richard Onorato

A Wake-Up Call: Sleep Apnea’s Impact on Cognitive Health - Frankly Speaking Ep 347 Sep 25, 2023

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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-347

Overview: In this episode, we’re diving into recent research that uncovers a compelling link between obstructive sleep apnea and cognitive decline in older adults. Join expert faculty as they dissect the findings and provide invaluable insights to comprehensively address this connection in your practice.

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Discuss recent evidence that links obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) to cognitive decline risk in older people
Describe ways to incorporate this new evidence to identify OSA and reduce the risk of cognitive decline

Guest: Susan Feeney, DNP, FNP-BC, NP-C
Music Credit: Richard Onorato

RSV Vaccine for Adults: Studies, Uses, and Patient Conversations - Frankly Speaking Ep 346 Sep 18, 2023

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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-346

Overview: As we encounter more patients asking about the recent FDA approval of a new respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccine for older adults, it’s crucial that we keep up to date. Join us as we review the supporting studies, indications, and precautions, giving you confidence in conversations with inquiring patients.

Episode resource links:

https://www.fda.gov/news-events/press-announcements/fda-approves-first-respiratory-syncytial-virus-rsv-vaccine

Guest: Robert A. Baldor MD, FAAFP
Music Credit: Richard Onorato

A Cool New Treatment for Hot Flashes? - Frankly Speaking Ep 345 Sep 11, 2023

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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-345

Overview: In this episode, we discuss the findings of a recent Lancet publication on a novel neurokinin 3 (NK3) receptor antagonist for treating hot flashes. Tune in as we talk about how this nonhormonal treatment addresses menopausal hot flashes, the prescribing precautions issued by the FDA, and the implications for patients seeking your help with alleviating symptoms.

Episode resource links:

Lancet 2023; 401: 1091–102. doi.org/10.1016/ S0140-6736(23)00085-5
Am Fam Physician. 2023;108(1):28-39

Guest: Robert A. Baldor MD, FAAFP
Music Credit: Richard Onorato

Risky Pain Management Choices in Patients with Dementia - Frankly Speaking Ep 344 Sep 04, 2023

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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-344

Overview: Navigating the intricate landscape of pain management in older patients with dementia can be challenging. Join us as we explore strategies for mitigating pain, consider the equilibrium between opioid benefits and risks, and discuss where to start when tailoring management plans for patients with dementia and joint pain. Don’t miss this important conversation.

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Guest: Jillian Joseph, MPAS, PA-C
Music Credit: Richard Onorato

Screens Off, Play On: How Parental Phone Use Shapes Kids’ Physical Activity - Frankly Speaking Ep 343 Aug 28, 2023

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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-343

Overview: In this episode, we take a look at a study exploring the effects on children’s activity levels when their parents reduce smartphone use. Listen in as we discuss compelling findings that shed light on the connection, and come away with guidance on how to navigate the evolving digital landscape to promote healthier, more active lifestyles among children.

Episode resource links:

JAMA Pediatr. 2022 Aug; 176(8): 741–749
BMJ Open. 2019 Jan 3;9(1):e023191. doi: 10.1136/bmjopen-2018-023191

Guest: Robert A. Baldor MD, FAAFP
Music Credit: Richard Onorato

Beyond the Prescription Pad: Over-the-Counter Oral Contraceptive Gains FDA Approval - Frankly Speaking Ep 342 Aug 21, 2023

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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-342

Overview: In July of 2023, the FDA made a monumental decision to approve Opill, marking the first time an oral contraceptive will be made available without a prescription. The inaugural over-the-counter oral contraceptive is a progesterone-only pill. Join us to discuss the underlying rationales driving this decision and the prospective implications it might have on medical practice as well as women’s health.

Episode resource links:

Biggs, AM, Ralph, L, Morris, N, Ehrenreich, K, Perritt, J, Kapp, N, Blanchard, K, White, K, Barar, Grossman, RD.
A cross-sectional survey of U.S. abortion patients’ interest in obtaining medication abortion over the counter, Contraception, Volume 109, 2022, Pages 25-31, ISSN 0010-7824,
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.contraception.2022.01.010.
Chen, Q.J. Xiang, W.P. Zhang, D.K., Wang, R.P. Luo, Y.F. Kang, J.Z. Cheng, L.N. Efficacy and safety of a levonorgestrel enteric-coated tablet as an over-the-counter drug for emergency contraception: a Phase IV clinical trial, Human Reproduction, Volume 26, Issue 9, September 2011, Pages 2316–2321, https://doi.org/10.1093/humrep/der181
Raine, TR; Ricciotti, N; Sokoloff, A; Brown, B; Hummel, A; Harper, C. An Over-the-Counter Simulation Study of a Single-Tablet Emergency Contraceptive in Young Females. Obstetrics & Gynecology 119(4):p 772-779, April 2012. | DOI: 10.1097/AOG.0b013e31824c0aed
https://www.fda.gov/news-events/press-announcements/fda-approves-first-nonprescription-daily-oral-contraceptive
https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/nda/2023/017031Orig1s041SumR.pdf

Guest: Susan Feeney, DNP, FNP-BC, NP-C
Music Credit: Richard Onorato

Should We Personalize Our Approach to Treating Hypertension? - Frankly Speaking Ep 341 Aug 14, 2023

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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-341

Overview: Listen in as we review a recent JAMA publication of a randomized controlled trial that quantified the benefits of a targeted approach to prescribing antihypertensive medications. Don’t miss this opportunity to keep your management of patients with hypertension up to date.

Episode resource links:

Sundström J, Lind L, Nawrouzi S, et al. Heterogeneity in blood pressure response to 4 antihypertensive drugs: a randomized clinical trial. JAMA. Published April 11, 2023. doi:10.1001/jama.2023.3322

Guest: Robert A. Baldor MD, FAAFP
Music Credit: Richard Onorato

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