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JAMA Clinical Reviews · Apr 13, 2026

Diagnosis and Management of Endometrial Cancer

Endometrial cancer accounts for 95% of uterine cancers, which are the fourth most common cancer in women in the US. Author Karen McLean, MD, PhD, of Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center joins JAMA Senior Editor Karen Lasser, MD, MPH, to discuss the current evidence about diagnosis and treatment of endometrial cancer. Related Content: Endometrial Cancer

ECDC: On Air · Apr 9, 2026

Episode 73 - Theresa Enkirch & Maximilian Riess - Signals Below the Surface - Wastewater Surveillance

What can wastewater reveal about the spread of infectious diseases? In this episode you’ll learn: how wastewater surveillance works what pathogens can be detected in sewage systems how it complements traditional disease surveillance how Europe is developing wastewater monitoring ----- In this episode of ECDC: On Air , microbiologists Theresa Enkirch and Maximilian Riess explain how analysing wastewater can help scientists detect pathogens shed by populations and monitor trends in infections across communities. The discussion explores how wastewater surveillance complements traditional disease…

NCQA · Apr 9, 2026

NCQA Is Recruiting Federal Health Centers to Participate in HRSA-Funded Program

NCQA is recruiting Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA) sponsored health centers and Look-Alikes (LAL) interested in achieving and maintaining Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) Recognition. This project is funded through a new task order under our Indefinite-Delivery-Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ) contract with HRSA. “NCQA has been partnering with HRSA to improve quality and efficiency in health centers […] The post NCQA Is Recruiting Federal Health Centers to Participate in HRSA-Funded Program appeared first on NCQA .

NEJM This Week · Apr 8, 2026

NEJM This Week — April 9, 2026

This week, we present new research on intensive LDL cholesterol targets, team-based strategies to improve blood pressure control, emerging therapies for immune and oncologic diseases, and a next-generation yellow fever vaccine. We review celiac disease and follow a compelling case of post-procedural complications. Perspectives explore health disparities and efforts to strengthen care in vulnerable communities.

JAMA Clinical Reviews · Apr 6, 2026

Evaluating for Pediatric Concussion

Explore evidence-based clinical signs, diagnostic accuracy, and practical assessment strategies to optimize care with an in-depth look at the latest information on pediatric concussion. JAMA Review author Sonal N. Shah, MD, MPH, of Boston Children's Hospital, discusses this and more with JAMA Associate Editor David Simel, MD, MHS. Related Content: Does This Child Have a Concussion? Even Mild Concussions Tied to Worse Cognition Later in Life Vestibular/Ocular Motor Screening (VOMS) in Suspected Concussion Balance and Gait Assessment Including Modified BESS Cervical Spine Examination in…

NCQA · Apr 3, 2026

Dr. Chiadi Ndumele: “CKM Syndrome Doesn’t Respect Our Subspecialty Silos”

In honor of National Kidney Month in March, we interviewed Chiadi Ndumele, MD, PhD, MHS, Associate Professor of Medicine and Director of Obesity and Cardiometabolic Research, Division of Cardiology at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. He is a national expert on Cardiovascular-Kidney-Metabolic (CKM) Syndrome and a participant in NCQA’s recent convenings focused on improving […] The post Dr. Chiadi Ndumele: “CKM Syndrome Doesn’t Respect Our Subspecialty Silos” appeared first on NCQA .

NEJM This Week · Apr 1, 2026

NEJM This Week — April 2, 2026

This week, we present new research on treatment for muscle-invasive bladder cancer, left atrial appendage closure versus medical therapy for atrial fibrillation, gene-editing approaches for sickle cell disease and β-thalassemia, and the safety of discontinuing beta-blockers after myocardial infarction. We also review GLP-1 receptor agonists and discuss a Clinical Problem-Solving case of a man with progressive confusion. Perspectives explore corporatization; biologic, as opposed to chronologic, aging; and a legal case that could affect mental-health policy.

AFP Podcast (AAFP) · Mar 30, 2026

Episode 250 | March 2026 | Part 2 American Family Physician

Q-Pad system test (1:20), multiple myeloma (3:40), urogenital infections with sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 inhibitors (7:40), croup (10:40), sustained-release naltrexone (13:50), and FluScoreVax (16:00).

JAMA Clinical Reviews · Mar 30, 2026

Iron Deficiency in Adults: Advances in Diagnosis and Treatment

Absolute iron deficiency with or without anemia affects about 2 billion people worldwide and 14% of adults in the US. Discover causes, diagnosis, and best practices for oral and intravenous iron therapy in adults in this discussion between Michael Auerbach, MD, from Georgetown University School of Medicine, and JAMA Associate Editor Margaret Wheeler, MD. Related Content: Iron Deficiency in Adults

ECDC Epi Updates · Mar 30, 2026

Chikungunya virus disease worldwide overview

Every month ECDC provides detailed epidemiological overview of the worldwide transmission of chikungunya virus disease in its weekly threat report (Communicable Diseases Threat Report).

ECDC Epi Updates · Mar 30, 2026

Dengue worldwide overview

Every month ECDC provides detailed epidemiological overview of the worldwide transmission of dengue in its weekly threat report (Communicable Diseases Threat Report).

JAMA Clinical Reviews · Mar 28, 2026

From the JAMA Network: Incidental Rotator Cuff Abnormalities on Magnetic Resonance Imaging

Interview with Thomas Ibounig, MD, author of Incidental Rotator Cuff Abnormalities on Magnetic Resonance Imaging and Brian T. Feeley, MD, author of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Abnormalities and Incidental Age-Related Changes. Hosted by Eve Rittenberg, MD. Related Content: Incidental Rotator Cuff Abnormalities on Magnetic Resonance Imaging Magnetic Resonance Imaging Abnormalities and Incidental Age-Related Changes

NEJM This Week · Mar 25, 2026

NEJM This Week — March 26, 2026

This week, we present new clinical trials on immunotherapy for stage III mismatch repair–deficient colon cancer, early surgery for asymptomatic aortic stenosis, an approach to dengue virus suppression, and advances in gene and prime-editing therapies for rare disorders. We also review minipuberty. We follow the case of a 12-year-old girl with altered mental status and persistent hypoglycemia, and we explore Perspectives on corporate influences on health, vaccine communication, antitrust policy, conflicts of interest, and the meaning of the number needed to treat.

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