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Measles Outbreak - New Mexico, 2025

This report describes a measles outbreak in New Mexico in 2025.

NEJM This Week — March 12, 2026

This week, we explore new evidence comparing oral anticoagulants for acute venous thromboembolism, treatment for chemotherapy-induced thrombocytopenia, and early results of gene therapy for inherited deafness. We also examine evolving strategies for chronic lymphocytic leukemia, review the management of polymyalgia rheumatica, and present a case discussion of a woman with chest pain, dyspnea, and syncope. We explore gastric cancer prevention, competency-based billing, the health consequences of immigration enforcement, access to high-cost gene therapies, and we present a Perspective on good…

Bonus Episode 19 -- March 11, 2026 AFP: American Family Physician

Bonus episode discussing advocacy, with a 2026 update. How can family physicians, students, and residents best advocate for our specialty, our patients, and our communities? Special guests American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) President Dr. Sarah Nosal; former state legislator, Representative Kelli Butler; former state legislator, Senator Heather Carter; and former Director of State Department of Health Services, Will Humble join the podcast for discussion around advocacy. Topics include the first steps for becoming an advocate, using your voice, five types of advocacy, engaging with…

CDC's NIOSH Continues Annual Free Health Screenings for Coal Miners, Announces 2026 Dates

NIOSH will kick off the agency's annual mobile health screenings for coal miners this month

Level 2 - Chikungunya in Mayotte

There is an outbreak of chikungunya in Mayotte. You can protect yourself by preventing mosquito bites.

Obesity-Related Cancer

Overweight and obesity may cause 10% of new cancer diagnoses annually in the US. In this JAMA Review in the Translational Science series, author Neil Iyengar, MD, of Emory University discusses the biological pathways that may promote cancer in people with overweight or obesity and potential therapies with JAMA Deputy Editor Mary McDermott, MD. Related Content: Obesity and Cancer

CDC Reinforces National Measles Response Through State Collaboration

CDC reaffirmed its commitment to protecting communities across the United States

Level 2 - Global Polio

Some international destinations have circulating poliovirus. Before any international travel, make sure you are up to date on your polio vaccines. Country List : Afghanistan, Algeria, Benin, Cameroon, Chad, Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast), Democratic Republic of the Congo, Niger, Nigeria, Pakistan, Somalia, Yemen, Sudan, Guinea, Angola, Senegal, Ethiopia, Republic of South Sudan, Djibouti, Israel, the West Bank and Gaza, Germany, Poland, United Kingdom, including England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland, Burkina Faso, Papua New Guinea, Central African Republic, Tanzania, including Zanzibar…

FDA expands Skyrizi (risankizumab-rzaa) approval

Efficacy supplement (new or revised indication). injectable, injection. Sponsor: Abbvie Inc

Notes from the Field: Exposures to Chemical Munitions During Commercial Fishing Operations - New Jersey, 2016-2023

This report describes exposures to chemical munitions during commercial fishing operations.

How to prepare for SOAP—even if you expect to match

NEJM This Week — March 5, 2026

This week, we explore a phase 3 trial of finerenone in type 1 diabetes and chronic kidney disease and guidance on timing of nonculprit-lesion PCI after STEMI. We cover an investigational therapy for Dravet syndrome and neoadjuvant treatment for high-risk intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma. We review the effects of radiotherapy on normal tissue, a puzzling case of progressive neurologic decline after suspected foodborne illness, and Perspectives on private equity, the AHEAD model, and medical credit cards.

Alzheimer Disease: A Diagnostic Challenge

Dr. Centor discusses the diagnosis of Alzheimer disease with Dr. Gayatri Devi.

Diagnosis and Treatment of Chronic, Noninfectious Diarrhea

Chronic noninfectious diarrhea affects approximately 6% to 7% of adults in the US and significantly impairs quality of life. Author William Chey, MD, of the University of Michigan joins JAMA Deputy Editor Mary M. McDermott, MD, to discuss strategies for diagnosis and treatment of chronic, noninfectious diarrhea. Related Content: Chronic, Noninfectious Diarrhea

Secretary Kennedy Appoints Two Physicians to CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices

HHS and CDC today announced the appointment of two new members to the CDC ACIP.

Episode 248 -- February 2026 -- Part 2 AFP: American Family Physician

Long-term use of obesity management medications (1:30), cervical cancer screening (3:30), tinnitus (8:00), low back pain (10:30), impetigo (12:30), and computed tomography scans and lifetime cancer risk (15:50).

Butler-Williams Scholars Program 2026

Learn about the unique opportunities the Butler-Williams Scholars Program provides for junior faculty, researchers who are new to the field of aging, and postdoctoral fellows.

NEJM This Week — February 26, 2026

This week, we explore a new standard of care for high-risk HER2-positive early breast cancer, long-acting therapy for people with HIV facing adherence challenges, a first-in-class trial of a p53 reactivator, and tecovirimat for mpox. We review group B streptococcal disease and a revealing case of prosthetic joint infection. Perspectives examine the role of folate therapy, Medicare drug-price negotiation, AI in medical education, and incidental findings.

Does This Patient Have Volume Overload? The Rational Clinical Examination

Accurate assessment of intravascular volume facilitates decisions about fluid management in patients with volume overload. Author Edmund A. Liles Jr, MD, of the University of Utah joins JAMA Associate Editor David Simel, MD, MHS, to discuss best evidence from physical exam findings including ultrasound, radiographs, and lab studies for determining volume overload in spontaneously breathing patients. Related Content: Does This Patient Have Volume Overload?

Statement on the Resignation of the CDC Principal Deputy Director

CDC announced Dr. Ralph Abraham stepped down as Principal Deputy Director, effective immediately.

FDA expands Venclexta (venetoclax) approval

Efficacy supplement (new or revised indication). tablet, oral. Sponsor: Abbvie

Candidates announced for AAFP president-elect, speaker, vice speaker, directors

NEJM This Week — February 19, 2026

This week, we highlight major advances in multiple myeloma, gene therapy for cystinosis, and experimental treatments for myotonic dystrophy. We review long-term outcomes of aortic-valve replacement, strategies for secondary stroke prevention, and a revealing diagnostic case of eosinophilic disease in an older adult. A Sounding Board explores FDA approval standards. Perspectives delve into tobacco cessation, influenza evolution, and the uncertainty patients and clinicians share when facing life-altering diagnoses.

Level 2 - Chikungunya in Suriname

There is an outbreak of chikungunya in Suriname. You can protect yourself by preventing mosquito bites.