Family Practice Medicine

Long COVID: Sorting Real Symptoms from Diagnostic Chaos

by Nancy Ogbonna - 0256

Long COVID: Sorting Real Symptoms from Diagnostic Chaos Check back later for a possible video summary. Videos are created for most articles. Abstract Long COVID, also known as post-acute sequelae of SARS-CoV-2 infection (PASC), has become a significant global health concern, affecting

The Hidden Burden of Subclinical Hypothyroidism: When to Treat and When to Watch

by Nancy Ogbonna - 0257

The Hidden Burden of Subclinical Hypothyroidism: When to Treat and When to Watch Check back later for a possible video summary. Videos are created for most articles.   Abstract Background:Subclinical hypothyroidism (SCH) is defined by elevated serum thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) levels alongside normal free thyroxine

New Blood Pressure Guidelines: Why 130/80 mm Hg Sparks Fresh Debate in 2025

by Nancy Ogbonna - 0442

New Blood Pressure Guidelines: Why 130/80 mm Hg Sparks Fresh Debate in 2025   Introduction The prevalence of high blood pressure is expected to triple among men under age 45 and double among women under 45 with new blood pressure guidelines redefining hypertension

Polypills for Cardiovascular Disease Prevention: Smart Innovation or Oversimplification?

by Nancy Ogbonna - 0132

Polypills for Cardiovascular Disease Prevention: Smart Innovation or Oversimplification? Check back later for a possible video summary. Videos are created for most articles. Abstract The polypill, a fixed-dose combination of multiple cardiovascular medications in a single pill, represents a major shift in

Are Annual Physical Exams Worth Your Time? Here’s What Science Says

by Similoluwa Oluwalana - 0259

Are Annual Physical Exams Worth Your Time? Here’s What Science Says Check back later for a possible video summary. Videos are created for most articles.   Introduction Since the 1940s, the value of yearly physical examinations has been ingrained in American healthcare. Recent

Cholesterol Guidelines 2025: Should Age 40 Be the New Threshold for Statin Therapy?

by Similoluwa Oluwalana - 0491

Cholesterol Guidelines 2025: Should Age 40 Be the New Threshold for Statin Therapy?   Introduction Cardiovascular disease (CVD) remains the leading cause of death for most racial and ethnic groups, with cholesterol guidelines playing a crucial role in prevention strategies. Dyslipidemia stands

GLP-1 Agonists for Obesity in Non-Diabetic Patients: Game Changer or Overhyped? A Critical Analysis

by Similoluwa Oluwalana - 0246

GLP-1 Agonists for Obesity in Non-Diabetic Patients: Game Changer or Overhyped? A Critical Analysis Please like and subscribe if you enjoyed this video :-)    Abstract The treatment landscape for managing weight in non-diabetic patients has changed dramatically with the introduction of

Dietary Strategies for AMPK Activation, mTOR Suppression, and Longevity Enhancement

by David Mcauley - 0268

Dietary Strategies for AMPK Activation, mTOR Suppression, and Longevity Enhancement: A Clinical Review Please like and subscribe if you enjoyed this video :-)   Abstract This review examines the relationship between meal timing, food choices, and the regulation of key cellular

Five New Magnesium Calculators Released

by David Mcauley - 0241

Five New Magnesium Calculators Released Quick Review: Why Magnesium Is a Vital Supplement for Longevity  Podcast | Youtube | Blog article Introduction Magnesium is an essential mineral that plays a foundational role in over 300 biochemical reactions throughout the

mTOR and Longevity: Rethinking the Role of Periodic Nutrient Stimulation

by David Mcauley - 0199

mTOR and Longevity: Rethinking the Role of Periodic Nutrient Stimulation Versus Chronic Suppression Please like and subscribe if you enjoyed this video :-)   Abstract The mechanistic target of rapamycin (mTOR) pathway has emerged as a central regulator of aging and

Long COVID: Sorting Real Symptoms from Diagnostic Chaos