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| Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Imaging | Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms (AAAs) are a relatively common pathology. Ruptured aneurysms have an exceptionally high mortality rate. Early diagnosis an ... Read the Article | 1 | 8 | Activity DO |
| Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Imaging | Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms (AAAs) are a relatively common pathology. Ruptured aneurysms have an exceptionally high mortality rate. Early diagnosis an ... Read the Article | 1 | 8 | Activity MD/PA |
| Abortion | Abortion is one of the common procedures performed among women. In the US, in 2014, one in 5 pregnancies ended in abortion, and one in 4 women is esti ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 7 | Activity DO |
| Abortion | Abortion is one of the common procedures performed among women. In the US, in 2014, one in 5 pregnancies ended in abortion, and one in 4 women is esti ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 7 | Activity MD/PA |
| Abuse and Neglect | Abuse and neglect refer to the actions or inactions of an individual's caregiver or parent inflicting physical, sexual, or emotional harm on the indiv ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 7 | Activity DO |
| Abuse and Neglect | Abuse and neglect refer to the actions or inactions of an individual's caregiver or parent inflicting physical, sexual, or emotional harm on the indiv ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 7 | Activity MD/PA |
| Acetylcholinesterase Inhibitors Toxicity | Nerve agents are some of the most deadly and easily employed chemical warfare agents. Given the global threat of terrorism, it is prudent to have a ba ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity DO |
| Acetylcholinesterase Inhibitors Toxicity | Nerve agents are some of the most deadly and easily employed chemical warfare agents. Given the global threat of terrorism, it is prudent to have a ba ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity MD/PA |
| Active Tuberculosis | Active tuberculosis is a condition in which Mycobacterium tuberculosis causes infection; typically in the lungs, although many systems can be involved ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 9 | Activity DO |
| Active Tuberculosis | Active tuberculosis is a condition in which Mycobacterium tuberculosis causes infection; typically in the lungs, although many systems can be involved ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 9 | Activity MD/PA |
| Addiction | The laymen's definition of addiction is a "fact or condition of being addicted to a particular substance, thing, or activity." Medically it is a "chro ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 9 | Activity DO |
| Addiction | The laymen's definition of addiction is a "fact or condition of being addicted to a particular substance, thing, or activity." Medically it is a "chro ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 9 | Activity MD/PA |
| Aerospace Decompression Illness | Decompression sickness in aviation is most commonly seen following flights in nonpressurized aircraft, in flights with cabin pressure fluctuations, or ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Aerospace Decompression Illness | Decompression sickness in aviation is most commonly seen following flights in nonpressurized aircraft, in flights with cabin pressure fluctuations, or ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| Aflatoxin Toxicity | Aflatoxins are metabolites produced by toxigenic strains of molds, mainly Aspergillus flavus and A. parasiticus which grow in soil, hay, decaying vege ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Aflatoxin Toxicity | Aflatoxins are metabolites produced by toxigenic strains of molds, mainly Aspergillus flavus and A. parasiticus which grow in soil, hay, decaying vege ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Alcohol Sanitizer | Compliance with hand hygiene recommendations is critical to reducing colonization and infection, specifically among healthcare workers (HCW). This wil ... Read the Article | 1 | 3 | Activity DO |
| Alcohol Sanitizer | Compliance with hand hygiene recommendations is critical to reducing colonization and infection, specifically among healthcare workers (HCW). This wil ... Read the Article | 1 | 3 | Activity MD/PA |
| Alcohol Use Disorder | Alcohol use disorder is very common in the United States. The cause of alcohol use disorder is not well understood, however, several factors are thou ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 12 | Activity DO |
| Alcohol Use Disorder | Alcohol use disorder is very common in the United States. The cause of alcohol use disorder is not well understood, however, several factors are thou ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 12 | Activity MD/PA |
| Amebic Colitis | Amebic colitis results from invasive infection of the colonic mucosa by Entamoeba histolytica (E. histolytica). Losch first reported disease due to E. ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Amebic Colitis | Amebic colitis results from invasive infection of the colonic mucosa by Entamoeba histolytica (E. histolytica). Losch first reported disease due to E. ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Amebic Meningoencephalitis | Amebic encephalitis is a rare but lethal central nervous system infection caused by free-living amoebae found in freshwater, lakes, and rivers. There ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Amebic Meningoencephalitis | Amebic encephalitis is a rare but lethal central nervous system infection caused by free-living amoebae found in freshwater, lakes, and rivers. There ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Anaplasma Phagocytophilum | Anaplasma phagocytophilum is a gram-negative intracellular bacteria that causes an acute febrile illness known as anaplasmosis or human granulocytic a ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity DO |
| Anaplasma Phagocytophilum | Anaplasma phagocytophilum is a gram-negative intracellular bacteria that causes an acute febrile illness known as anaplasmosis or human granulocytic a ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity MD/PA |
| Angiostrongylus Cantonensis | Angiostrongylus cantonensis is a metastrongyloid nematode that is one of the most common pathogens to cause eosinophilic meningitis. Commonly referred ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Angiostrongylus Cantonensis | Angiostrongylus cantonensis is a metastrongyloid nematode that is one of the most common pathogens to cause eosinophilic meningitis. Commonly referred ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Arbovirus Encephalitides | Arboviruses refer to a diverse group of viruses that are transmitted via mosquitos, ticks, or sandflies and are capable of causing a wide range of dis ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Arbovirus Encephalitides | Arboviruses refer to a diverse group of viruses that are transmitted via mosquitos, ticks, or sandflies and are capable of causing a wide range of dis ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| Arcanobacterium Haemolyticum | Arcanobacterium haemolyticum is a rare infectious pathogen that principally causes pharyngitis in adolescents and soft-tissue infections in immunocomp ... Read the Article | 1 | 7 | Activity DO |
| Arcanobacterium Haemolyticum | Arcanobacterium haemolyticum is a rare infectious pathogen that principally causes pharyngitis in adolescents and soft-tissue infections in immunocomp ... Read the Article | 1 | 7 | Activity MD/PA |
| Asbestosis | Asbestosis is an interstitial lung disease caused by inhalation of asbestos fibers. Asbestos fibers have been historically chosen for construction, sh ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 12 | Activity DO |
| Asbestosis | Asbestosis is an interstitial lung disease caused by inhalation of asbestos fibers. Asbestos fibers have been historically chosen for construction, sh ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 12 | Activity MD/PA |
| Avian Influenza | Avian influenza is a deadly disease caused by infection from an influenza virus native to birds. While often not fatal in birds, it can carry a high m ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Avian Influenza | Avian influenza is a deadly disease caused by infection from an influenza virus native to birds. While often not fatal in birds, it can carry a high m ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Bacillus Calmette Guerin | Bacillus Calmette-Guerin (BCG) is the live attenuated vaccine form of Mycobacterium bovis used to prevent tuberculosis and other mycobacterial infecti ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity DO |
| Bacillus Calmette Guerin | Bacillus Calmette-Guerin (BCG) is the live attenuated vaccine form of Mycobacterium bovis used to prevent tuberculosis and other mycobacterial infecti ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity MD/PA |
| Back Safety | Low back pain (LBP) is common among healthcare professionals with prevalence of low back pain among health care workers being greater than among those ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Back Safety | Low back pain (LBP) is common among healthcare professionals with prevalence of low back pain among health care workers being greater than among those ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| Bedbug Bites | There are as many as 90 species of "bugs" (bed bugs are true bugs with specialized elongated mouthparts) within the family Cimicidae; however, few bit ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity DO |
| Bedbug Bites | There are as many as 90 species of "bugs" (bed bugs are true bugs with specialized elongated mouthparts) within the family Cimicidae; however, few bit ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity MD/PA |
| Biologic Warfare Agent Toxicity | Biological warfare agents include bacteria, viruses, fungi, and biological toxins. Some agents are frequently lethal while others are intended to caus ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity DO |
| Biologic Warfare Agent Toxicity | Biological warfare agents include bacteria, viruses, fungi, and biological toxins. Some agents are frequently lethal while others are intended to caus ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity MD/PA |
| Bladder Cancer | Bladder cancer is any neoplasm that arises from the urinary bladder. It is the most common urinary tract neoplasm, with urothelial carcinoma (UC) bein ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Bladder Cancer | Bladder cancer is any neoplasm that arises from the urinary bladder. It is the most common urinary tract neoplasm, with urothelial carcinoma (UC) bein ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| Blood Product Safety | Transfusion of blood products is one of the most commonly performed clinical procedures in healthcare today. Blood product safety has been an improvin ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Blood Product Safety | Transfusion of blood products is one of the most commonly performed clinical procedures in healthcare today. Blood product safety has been an improvin ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Body Fluid Exposures | Health care workers have serious concerns about exposures to bodily fluids. Accidental exposures to bodily fluids present a wide variety of issues to ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Body Fluid Exposures | Health care workers have serious concerns about exposures to bodily fluids. Accidental exposures to bodily fluids present a wide variety of issues to ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Botfly | Bot fly is a term referring to any member of the Oestridae family of flies. To reproduce, these flies rely on myiasis, the infestation of host skin fo ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Botfly | Bot fly is a term referring to any member of the Oestridae family of flies. To reproduce, these flies rely on myiasis, the infestation of host skin fo ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Botulism Antitoxin | Botulinum antitoxin, also known as botulism antitoxin, is comprised of antibodies or antibody antigen-binding fragments that block the neurotoxin prod ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Botulism Antitoxin | Botulinum antitoxin, also known as botulism antitoxin, is comprised of antibodies or antibody antigen-binding fragments that block the neurotoxin prod ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| BRCA 1 and 2 | Breast cancer genes BRCA1 and BRCA2 are tumor suppressor genes whose mutations significantly increase the likelihood of developing particular types of ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity DO |
| BRCA 1 and 2 | Breast cancer genes BRCA1 and BRCA2 are tumor suppressor genes whose mutations significantly increase the likelihood of developing particular types of ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity MD/PA |
| Breast Examination Techniques | The ability to perform a thorough and accurate breast exam is an important skill for medical practitioners of many levels and across many specialties. ... Read the Article | 1 | 7 | Activity DO |
| Breast Examination Techniques | The ability to perform a thorough and accurate breast exam is an important skill for medical practitioners of many levels and across many specialties. ... Read the Article | 1 | 7 | Activity MD/PA |
| Breast Self Examination | Breast cancer is the most prevalent malignancy among female populations and is responsible for the second-highest number of cancer-related deaths in A ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Breast Self Examination | Breast cancer is the most prevalent malignancy among female populations and is responsible for the second-highest number of cancer-related deaths in A ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Brucellosis | Brucellosis is an infectious disease caused by Brucella species. It is known by many other names, including remitting fever, undulant fever, Mediterra ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Brucellosis | Brucellosis is an infectious disease caused by Brucella species. It is known by many other names, including remitting fever, undulant fever, Mediterra ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Bullying | Bullying is common in our society and has become a public health emergency. It is a form of repeated peer aggression which is intentional and involves ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity DO |
| Bullying | Bullying is common in our society and has become a public health emergency. It is a form of repeated peer aggression which is intentional and involves ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity MD/PA |
| Cancer Breast Screening | In women, breast cancer is number one in incidence and mortality when compared to all cancers. It is the most common non-skin cancer and second deadli ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 11 | Activity DO |
| Cancer Breast Screening | In women, breast cancer is number one in incidence and mortality when compared to all cancers. It is the most common non-skin cancer and second deadli ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 11 | Activity MD/PA |
| Cancer Screening | Cancer screening is pivotal in reducing the mortality and morbidity from cancer. Some of the screening methods, like a pap smear, has been successful ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 7 | Activity DO |
| Cancer Screening | Cancer screening is pivotal in reducing the mortality and morbidity from cancer. Some of the screening methods, like a pap smear, has been successful ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 7 | Activity MD/PA |
| Carbonic Anhydrase Inhibitors | Carbonic anhydrase inhibitors is a medication used in the management and treatment of glaucoma, idiopathic intracranial hypertension, altitude sicknes ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Carbonic Anhydrase Inhibitors | Carbonic anhydrase inhibitors is a medication used in the management and treatment of glaucoma, idiopathic intracranial hypertension, altitude sicknes ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| Cardiac Risk Stratification | Cardiac Risk Stratification is an essential evaluation among health professionals. In today's world, cardiovascular disease is the number one cause o ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Cardiac Risk Stratification | Cardiac Risk Stratification is an essential evaluation among health professionals. In today's world, cardiovascular disease is the number one cause o ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Cardiovascular Disease | The cardiovascular system consists of the heart and its blood vessels. A wide array of problems can arise within the cardiovascular system, a few of w ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity DO |
| Cardiovascular Disease | The cardiovascular system consists of the heart and its blood vessels. A wide array of problems can arise within the cardiovascular system, a few of w ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity MD/PA |
| Child Abuse and Neglect | The World Health Organization (WHO) defines child maltreatment as “all forms of physical and emotional ill-treatment, sexual abuse, neglect, and explo ... Read the Article | 1.5 | 15 | Activity DO |
| Child Abuse and Neglect | The World Health Organization (WHO) defines child maltreatment as “all forms of physical and emotional ill-treatment, sexual abuse, neglect, and explo ... Read the Article | 1.5 | 15 | Activity MD/PA |
| Chlamydia | Chlamydia trachomatis is responsible for the greatest number of sexually transmitted infections and the majority of infection-related of blindness wor ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 11 | Activity DO |
| Chlamydia | Chlamydia trachomatis is responsible for the greatest number of sexually transmitted infections and the majority of infection-related of blindness wor ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 11 | Activity MD/PA |
| Chloroquine | Chloroquine is a medication used in the management and treatment of malaria and inflammatory diseases. It is in the sulfonamides class of drugs. This ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Chloroquine | Chloroquine is a medication used in the management and treatment of malaria and inflammatory diseases. It is in the sulfonamides class of drugs. This ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| Chloroquine And Hydroxychloroquine Toxicity | Chloroquine or hydroxychloroquine, a less toxic metabolite of chloroquine, can cause pathologic ocular damage unless strict prescribing and screening ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity DO |
| Chloroquine And Hydroxychloroquine Toxicity | Chloroquine or hydroxychloroquine, a less toxic metabolite of chloroquine, can cause pathologic ocular damage unless strict prescribing and screening ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity MD/PA |
| Chronic Fatigue Syndrome | Chronic fatigue syndrome, also known as myalgic encephalomyelitis, is a complex multisystem disease commonly characterized by severe fatigue, cognitiv ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Chronic Fatigue Syndrome | Chronic fatigue syndrome, also known as myalgic encephalomyelitis, is a complex multisystem disease commonly characterized by severe fatigue, cognitiv ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease | Chronic obstructive lung disease is a lung disease characterized by lung airflow limitation and can be from exposure to harmful substances. It is a co ... Read the Article | 2.25 | 35 | Activity DO |
| Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease | Chronic obstructive lung disease is a lung disease characterized by lung airflow limitation and can be from exposure to harmful substances. It is a co ... Read the Article | 2.25 | 35 | Activity MD/PA |
| Colon Diverticulitis | Diverticulitis has increased in incidence over the past few decades and represents a significant healthcare burden in western countries. In the United ... Read the Article | 1.5 | 17 | Activity DO |
| Colon Diverticulitis | Diverticulitis has increased in incidence over the past few decades and represents a significant healthcare burden in western countries. In the United ... Read the Article | 1.5 | 17 | Activity MD/PA |
| Competency and Capacity | This article reviews the concepts of capacity and competency with regard to clinical practice. More specifically, it discusses the foundational ethica ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Competency and Capacity | This article reviews the concepts of capacity and competency with regard to clinical practice. More specifically, it discusses the foundational ethica ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Condyloma Acuminata | Condyloma acuminata is a manifestation of human papillomavirus (HPV) infection. The condition is characterized by skin-colored, fleshy papules in the ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 10 | Activity DO |
| Condyloma Acuminata | Condyloma acuminata is a manifestation of human papillomavirus (HPV) infection. The condition is characterized by skin-colored, fleshy papules in the ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 10 | Activity MD/PA |
| Congenital Rubella | Rubella, also known as German Measles, is a viral illness characterized by maculopapular rash, lymphadenopathy, and fever. It is a highly contagious b ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 9 | Activity DO |
| Congenital Rubella | Rubella, also known as German Measles, is a viral illness characterized by maculopapular rash, lymphadenopathy, and fever. It is a highly contagious b ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 9 | Activity MD/PA |
| Coronary Artery Disease Prevention | In the United States, cardiovascular disease is one of the leading causes of mortality, morbidity, and increased healthcare cost. According to the AHA ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Coronary Artery Disease Prevention | In the United States, cardiovascular disease is one of the leading causes of mortality, morbidity, and increased healthcare cost. According to the AHA ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| COVID (SARS-COV-2) Vaccine | COVID-19 vaccines (tozinameran (BNT162b2) and mRNA-1273 SARS-CoV-2) received FDA emergency use authorized (EUA) to prevent COVID-19 caused by the SARS ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| COVID (SARS-COV-2) Vaccine | COVID-19 vaccines (tozinameran (BNT162b2) and mRNA-1273 SARS-CoV-2) received FDA emergency use authorized (EUA) to prevent COVID-19 caused by the SARS ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Coxiella Burnetii | Coxiella burnetii is the causative agent of Q fever, which is a zoonotic disease. Q fever can present as a febrile illness, pneumonia, or hepatitis. I ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Coxiella Burnetii | Coxiella burnetii is the causative agent of Q fever, which is a zoonotic disease. Q fever can present as a febrile illness, pneumonia, or hepatitis. I ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Cultural Competence in the Care of LGBTQ Patients | The lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or queer/questioning (LGBTQ) community consists of a cross cultural broad range of community members and inclu ... Read the Article | 2 | 26 | Activity DO |
| Cultural Competence in the Care of LGBTQ Patients | The lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or queer/questioning (LGBTQ) community consists of a cross cultural broad range of community members and inclu ... Read the Article | 2 | 26 | Activity MD/PA |
| Cultural Competence in the Care of Muslim Patients and Their Families | Delivering high-quality care to patients of the Muslim faith requires knowledge of the differences in cultural and spiritual values. Important differe ... Read the Article | 1.5 | 17 | Activity DO |
| Cultural Competence in the Care of Muslim Patients and Their Families | Delivering high-quality care to patients of the Muslim faith requires knowledge of the differences in cultural and spiritual values. Important differe ... Read the Article | 1.5 | 17 | Activity MD/PA |
| Cultural Religious Competence In Clinical Practice | The diversity of religion within our world's population brings challenges for health care providers and systems to deliver culturally competent medica ... Read the Article | 1.5 | 14 | Activity DO |
| Cultural Religious Competence In Clinical Practice | The diversity of religion within our world's population brings challenges for health care providers and systems to deliver culturally competent medica ... Read the Article | 1.5 | 14 | Activity MD/PA |
| Depression In Children | Depressive disorders in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM–5) include diagnoses of different disorders, for example, major ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity DO |
| Depression In Children | Depressive disorders in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM–5) include diagnoses of different disorders, for example, major ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity MD/PA |
| Diet and Nutrition To Prevent Dental Problems | Dental caries is a dynamic process that involves susceptible tooth surfaces, cariogenic bacteria like Streptococcus mutans or Lactobacillus and a ferm ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Diet and Nutrition To Prevent Dental Problems | Dental caries is a dynamic process that involves susceptible tooth surfaces, cariogenic bacteria like Streptococcus mutans or Lactobacillus and a ferm ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| Diphtheria | Diphtheria is a toxin-mediated infection caused by Corynebacterium species, primarily Corynebacterium diphtheria. It causes skin and mucosal infection ... Read the Article | 1 | 7 | Activity DO |
| Diphtheria | Diphtheria is a toxin-mediated infection caused by Corynebacterium species, primarily Corynebacterium diphtheria. It causes skin and mucosal infection ... Read the Article | 1 | 7 | Activity MD/PA |
| Diphtheria Tetanus Pertussis (DTaP) Vaccine | The DTaP vaccine is administered to children from 6 weeks to 6 years of age to provide immunization against diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis. This ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Diphtheria Tetanus Pertussis (DTaP) Vaccine | The DTaP vaccine is administered to children from 6 weeks to 6 years of age to provide immunization against diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis. This ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| Diphyllobothrium Latum | Diphyllobothriasis is a zoonotic infection that suffers from a lack of awareness in the medical field but has seen a recent resurgence in cases global ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Diphyllobothrium Latum | Diphyllobothriasis is a zoonotic infection that suffers from a lack of awareness in the medical field but has seen a recent resurgence in cases global ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| Disparity In Early Detection Of Breast Cancer | Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers in women. Although significant advancements in early detection and treatments have reduced the overall ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity DO |
| Disparity In Early Detection Of Breast Cancer | Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers in women. Although significant advancements in early detection and treatments have reduced the overall ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity MD/PA |
| Diving At Altitude | Increased popularity in recreational scuba diving adds to an ongoing category of diving-related injuries and illnesses. Whether recreational or occupa ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Diving At Altitude | Increased popularity in recreational scuba diving adds to an ongoing category of diving-related injuries and illnesses. Whether recreational or occupa ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Domestic Violence | Family and domestic violence is a common problem in the United States, affecting an estimated 10 million people every year; as many as one in four wom ... Read the Article | 1.75 | 17 | Activity DO |
| Domestic Violence | Family and domestic violence is a common problem in the United States, affecting an estimated 10 million people every year; as many as one in four wom ... Read the Article | 1.75 | 17 | Activity MD/PA |
| Drug Trials | This activity outlines the significance of drug trials in the process of drug development, the phases of drug trials, and various ethical issues that ... Read the Article | 1 | 7 | Activity DO |
| Drug Trials | This activity outlines the significance of drug trials in the process of drug development, the phases of drug trials, and various ethical issues that ... Read the Article | 1 | 7 | Activity MD/PA |
| Dual Energy X-ray Absorptiometry | Dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) has sustained a niche for measuring bone mineral density since its approval by the Food and Drug Administratio ... Read the Article | 1 | 7 | Activity DO |
| Dual Energy X-ray Absorptiometry | Dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) has sustained a niche for measuring bone mineral density since its approval by the Food and Drug Administratio ... Read the Article | 1 | 7 | Activity MD/PA |
| Dyslipidemia | Dyslipidemia is the imbalance of lipids such as cholesterol, low-density lipoprotein cholesterol, (LDL-C), triglycerides, and high-density lipoprotein ... Read the Article | 1 | 7 | Activity DO |
| Dyslipidemia | Dyslipidemia is the imbalance of lipids such as cholesterol, low-density lipoprotein cholesterol, (LDL-C), triglycerides, and high-density lipoprotein ... Read the Article | 1 | 7 | Activity MD/PA |
| Eastern Equine Encephalitis | Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) is one of the most severe arboviral encephalitis affecting America. Currently considered an emerging disease showing ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Eastern Equine Encephalitis | Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) is one of the most severe arboviral encephalitis affecting America. Currently considered an emerging disease showing ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Ebola Virus | The Ebola virus is a contagious, lethal virus causing hemorrhagic fever. A recent epidemic in Western Africa lasted three years and affected several c ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity DO |
| Ebola Virus | The Ebola virus is a contagious, lethal virus causing hemorrhagic fever. A recent epidemic in Western Africa lasted three years and affected several c ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity MD/PA |
| Echinococcus Granulosus | Echinococcosis (Echinococcus granulosis) is a zoonotic larval infection that infects humans globally. Patients with this condition may be asymptomatic ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity DO |
| Echinococcus Granulosus | Echinococcosis (Echinococcus granulosis) is a zoonotic larval infection that infects humans globally. Patients with this condition may be asymptomatic ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity MD/PA |
| Electronic Vaping Delivery Of Cannabis And Nicotine | This activity outlines the current scientific literature and knowledge of the risks and benefits of inhaling nicotine through proprietary devices. It ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Electronic Vaping Delivery Of Cannabis And Nicotine | This activity outlines the current scientific literature and knowledge of the risks and benefits of inhaling nicotine through proprietary devices. It ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Entamoeba Coli | Entamoeba coli is one of many non-pathogenic protozoa found in humans. It is transmitted through fecal-oral contact, and the mature cyst can be found ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Entamoeba Coli | Entamoeba coli is one of many non-pathogenic protozoa found in humans. It is transmitted through fecal-oral contact, and the mature cyst can be found ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Enterovirus | Enteroviruses are a class of viruses comprising over 300 serotypes. These ubiquitous viruses cause a wide spectrum of diseases with heterogeneous pres ... Read the Article | 1 | 3 | Activity DO |
| Enterovirus | Enteroviruses are a class of viruses comprising over 300 serotypes. These ubiquitous viruses cause a wide spectrum of diseases with heterogeneous pres ... Read the Article | 1 | 3 | Activity MD/PA |
| Epidemiology Of Prevention Of Communicable Diseases | Communicable diseases are illnesses caused by viruses or bacteria that people spread to one another through contact with contaminated surfaces, bodily ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity DO |
| Epidemiology Of Prevention Of Communicable Diseases | Communicable diseases are illnesses caused by viruses or bacteria that people spread to one another through contact with contaminated surfaces, bodily ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity MD/PA |
| Essential Hypertension | The current definition of hypertension (HTN) is systolic blood pressure (SBP) values of 130mmHg or more and/or diastolic blood pressure (DBP) more tha ... Read the Article | 1.75 | 19 | Activity DO |
| Essential Hypertension | The current definition of hypertension (HTN) is systolic blood pressure (SBP) values of 130mmHg or more and/or diastolic blood pressure (DBP) more tha ... Read the Article | 1.75 | 19 | Activity MD/PA |
| Estrogen | Estrogen is a steroid hormone associated with the female reproductive organs and is responsible for the development of female sexual characteristics. ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity DO |
| Estrogen | Estrogen is a steroid hormone associated with the female reproductive organs and is responsible for the development of female sexual characteristics. ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity MD/PA |
| Familial Hypercholesterolemia | Familial hypercholesterolemia is a group of inherited genetic defects that lead to the severe elevation of serum cholesterol concentrations. Clinicall ... Read the Article | 1.5 | 19 | Activity DO |
| Familial Hypercholesterolemia | Familial hypercholesterolemia is a group of inherited genetic defects that lead to the severe elevation of serum cholesterol concentrations. Clinicall ... Read the Article | 1.5 | 19 | Activity MD/PA |
| Features, Evaluation, and Treatment of Coronavirus (COVID-19) | According to the World Health Organization (WHO), viral diseases continue to emerge and represent a serious issue to public health. In the last twenty ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity DO |
| Features, Evaluation, and Treatment of Coronavirus (COVID-19) | According to the World Health Organization (WHO), viral diseases continue to emerge and represent a serious issue to public health. In the last twenty ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity MD/PA |
| Fetal Alcohol Syndrome | Fetal alcohol syndrome is one of the five disorders that comprise fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD). These fetal alcohol spectrum disorders clas ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Fetal Alcohol Syndrome | Fetal alcohol syndrome is one of the five disorders that comprise fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD). These fetal alcohol spectrum disorders clas ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| Filariasis | Lymphatic filariasis is a neglected tropical disease that causes significant morbidity in the developing world. This activity reviews the evaluation, ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Filariasis | Lymphatic filariasis is a neglected tropical disease that causes significant morbidity in the developing world. This activity reviews the evaluation, ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Flea Bites | Flea bites are common in North America, especially in outdoor or unkempt conditions. Improving the interprofessional team's skills to educate patients ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity DO |
| Flea Bites | Flea bites are common in North America, especially in outdoor or unkempt conditions. Improving the interprofessional team's skills to educate patients ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity MD/PA |
| Genital Warts | Genital warts (condyloma acuminatum) are a sexually transmitted infection caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV) types 6 and 11. These are spread by ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Genital Warts | Genital warts (condyloma acuminatum) are a sexually transmitted infection caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV) types 6 and 11. These are spread by ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Giardia Lamblia Enteritis | Giardia lamblia enteritis is small-intestine gastroenteritis caused by the pathogenic protozoan Giardia lamblia, (Giardia duodenalis or Giardia intest ... Read the Article | 1 | 7 | Activity DO |
| Giardia Lamblia Enteritis | Giardia lamblia enteritis is small-intestine gastroenteritis caused by the pathogenic protozoan Giardia lamblia, (Giardia duodenalis or Giardia intest ... Read the Article | 1 | 7 | Activity MD/PA |
| Gonorrhea | Neisseria gonorrhoeae, an obligate human pathogen, is a sexually transmitted disease that causes consequential worldwide morbidity both in resource-ab ... Read the Article | 1.5 | 17 | Activity DO |
| Gonorrhea | Neisseria gonorrhoeae, an obligate human pathogen, is a sexually transmitted disease that causes consequential worldwide morbidity both in resource-ab ... Read the Article | 1.5 | 17 | Activity MD/PA |
| H1N1 Influenza | H1N1 influenza is a subtype of influenza A virus, a communicable viral illness which causes upper and in some cases lower respiratory tract infections ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| H1N1 Influenza | H1N1 influenza is a subtype of influenza A virus, a communicable viral illness which causes upper and in some cases lower respiratory tract infections ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Haemophilus Influenza Type B Vaccine | The Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib) vaccine is a vaccine used in the prevention of invasive H. influenzae infections (usually caused by H. influen ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity DO |
| Haemophilus Influenza Type B Vaccine | The Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib) vaccine is a vaccine used in the prevention of invasive H. influenzae infections (usually caused by H. influen ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity MD/PA |
| Haemophilus Influenzae | Haemophilus influenzae is a bacteria characterized as a small, facultatively anaerobic, pleomorphic, and capnophilic gram-negative coccobacillus of th ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Haemophilus Influenzae | Haemophilus influenzae is a bacteria characterized as a small, facultatively anaerobic, pleomorphic, and capnophilic gram-negative coccobacillus of th ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Hand Foot And Mouth Disease | Hand, foot, and mouth disease (HFMD) is a common viral illness usually affecting infants and children but can affect adults. The infection usually inv ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity DO |
| Hand Foot And Mouth Disease | Hand, foot, and mouth disease (HFMD) is a common viral illness usually affecting infants and children but can affect adults. The infection usually inv ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity MD/PA |
| Hand Hygiene | Handwashing practices in the patient care setting began in the early 19th century. The practice evolved over the years with evidential proof of its va ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity DO |
| Hand Hygiene | Handwashing practices in the patient care setting began in the early 19th century. The practice evolved over the years with evidential proof of its va ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity MD/PA |
| Health Screening | A health screening test is a medical test or procedure performed on members of an asymptomatic population or population subgroup to assess their likel ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Health Screening | A health screening test is a medical test or procedure performed on members of an asymptomatic population or population subgroup to assess their likel ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| Heavy Metal Toxicity | Heavy metals are elements found in nature that accumulate in the environment mostly due to anthropogenic activities. Humans are exposed to them by occ ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Heavy Metal Toxicity | Heavy metals are elements found in nature that accumulate in the environment mostly due to anthropogenic activities. Humans are exposed to them by occ ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Hepatitis | The term hepatitis means inflammation of the liver — hepatitis most commonly results from viruses. But drugs, alcohol, toxins, and certain diseases, i ... Read the Article | 1.75 | 17 | Activity DO |
| Hepatitis | The term hepatitis means inflammation of the liver — hepatitis most commonly results from viruses. But drugs, alcohol, toxins, and certain diseases, i ... Read the Article | 1.75 | 17 | Activity MD/PA |
| Hepatitis A | The hepatitis A virus (HAV) is a positive-sense, single-stranded RNA virus that belongs to the family Picornaviridae. It replicates primarily within h ... Read the Article | 1.5 | 18 | Activity DO |
| Hepatitis A | The hepatitis A virus (HAV) is a positive-sense, single-stranded RNA virus that belongs to the family Picornaviridae. It replicates primarily within h ... Read the Article | 1.5 | 18 | Activity MD/PA |
| Hepatitis A Vaccine | Hepatitis A infection is a significant cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide. This activity will describe how to prevent this infection through t ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Hepatitis A Vaccine | Hepatitis A infection is a significant cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide. This activity will describe how to prevent this infection through t ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Hepatitis B | Hepatitis B infection is a serious global healthcare problem. Often transmitted via body fluids like blood, semen, and vaginal secretions, the hepatit ... Read the Article | 1.75 | 24 | Activity DO |
| Hepatitis B | Hepatitis B infection is a serious global healthcare problem. Often transmitted via body fluids like blood, semen, and vaginal secretions, the hepatit ... Read the Article | 1.75 | 24 | Activity MD/PA |
| Hepatitis B Vaccine | The hepatitis B vaccine is a medication used in the prevention of hepatitis B infection, which can lead to chronic liver failure and hepatocellular ca ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 13 | Activity DO |
| Hepatitis B Vaccine | The hepatitis B vaccine is a medication used in the prevention of hepatitis B infection, which can lead to chronic liver failure and hepatocellular ca ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 13 | Activity MD/PA |
| Hepatitis C | Hepatitis C virus (HCV) is a major public health problem affecting 185 million people worldwide. The percentage of people who are seropositive for ant ... Read the Article | 1.75 | 24 | Activity DO |
| Hepatitis C | Hepatitis C virus (HCV) is a major public health problem affecting 185 million people worldwide. The percentage of people who are seropositive for ant ... Read the Article | 1.75 | 24 | Activity MD/PA |
| Hepatitis D | Hepatitis D virus (HDV) was discovered in 1977 in patients with chronic Hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection. Originally thought to be an unrecognized H ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity DO |
| Hepatitis D | Hepatitis D virus (HDV) was discovered in 1977 in patients with chronic Hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection. Originally thought to be an unrecognized H ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity MD/PA |
| Hereditary Nonpolyposis Colon Cancer | Hereditary non-polyposis colorectal cancer (HNPCC), also known as Lynch syndrome, is an autosomal dominant disorder. Individuals with HNPCC are at inc ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Hereditary Nonpolyposis Colon Cancer | Hereditary non-polyposis colorectal cancer (HNPCC), also known as Lynch syndrome, is an autosomal dominant disorder. Individuals with HNPCC are at inc ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Herpes Simplex Type 2 | This activity reviews the evaluation and management of herpes simplex type 2 and highlights the role of the primary care provider in managing patients ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 12 | Activity DO |
| Herpes Simplex Type 2 | This activity reviews the evaluation and management of herpes simplex type 2 and highlights the role of the primary care provider in managing patients ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 12 | Activity MD/PA |
| Histamine Toxicity | Scombroid poisoning results from eating fish that have been improperly stored. The primary toxic agent implicated in scombroid toxicity is histidine, ... Read the Article | 1 | 8 | Activity DO |
| Histamine Toxicity | Scombroid poisoning results from eating fish that have been improperly stored. The primary toxic agent implicated in scombroid toxicity is histidine, ... Read the Article | 1 | 8 | Activity MD/PA |
| HIV Prevention | This activity reviews the risk factors for HIV transmission and methods of reducing risk of transmission. Although HIV infections are overall decreasi ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity DO |
| HIV Prevention | This activity reviews the risk factors for HIV transmission and methods of reducing risk of transmission. Although HIV infections are overall decreasi ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity MD/PA |
| HIV Prophylaxis | HIV prophylaxis is divided into two categories: post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) and pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP). PEP is the administration of anti ... Read the Article | 1 | 7 | Activity DO |
| HIV Prophylaxis | HIV prophylaxis is divided into two categories: post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) and pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP). PEP is the administration of anti ... Read the Article | 1 | 7 | Activity MD/PA |
| Hookworm | Hookworm infection is one of the common parasitic infestations in developing countries. They are mainly causing iron deficiency anemia in exposed pati ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Hookworm | Hookworm infection is one of the common parasitic infestations in developing countries. They are mainly causing iron deficiency anemia in exposed pati ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Human Growth and Development | Evaluation of growth and development is a crucial element in the physical examination of a patient. A piece of good working knowledge and the skill to ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Human Growth and Development | Evaluation of growth and development is a crucial element in the physical examination of a patient. A piece of good working knowledge and the skill to ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Human Papilloma Virus Vaccine | The 9-valent human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine (9vHPV) is a vaccine used in the management and prevention of infection with human papillomavirus (HPV ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Human Papilloma Virus Vaccine | The 9-valent human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine (9vHPV) is a vaccine used in the management and prevention of infection with human papillomavirus (HPV ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| Human Papillomavirus | The human papillomavirus (HPV) is a non-enveloped, double-stranded, circular DNA virus that is responsible for causing multiple epithelial lesions and ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 9 | Activity DO |
| Human Papillomavirus | The human papillomavirus (HPV) is a non-enveloped, double-stranded, circular DNA virus that is responsible for causing multiple epithelial lesions and ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 9 | Activity MD/PA |
| Human Trafficking | Human trafficking is a pressing public health concern which transcends all races, social classes, demographics, and gender. No population is exempt fr ... Read the Article | 2 | 23 | Activity DO |
| Human Trafficking | Human trafficking is a pressing public health concern which transcends all races, social classes, demographics, and gender. No population is exempt fr ... Read the Article | 2 | 23 | Activity MD/PA |
| Hydrogen Sulfide Toxicity | Hydrogen sulfide can be found in many environments, and toxicity can arise from both direct contact and as the chemical enters the bloodstream. At hig ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Hydrogen Sulfide Toxicity | Hydrogen sulfide can be found in many environments, and toxicity can arise from both direct contact and as the chemical enters the bloodstream. At hig ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Immunization | Immunization has become a vital part of public health and disease prevention, yet remain a controversial topic. Diseases which were once responsible f ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Immunization | Immunization has become a vital part of public health and disease prevention, yet remain a controversial topic. Diseases which were once responsible f ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Inappropriate Medical Abbreviations | Use of medical abbreviations in medicine is not new. Since the development of mainstream medicine nearly 200 years ago, abbreviations have been used. ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity DO |
| Inappropriate Medical Abbreviations | Use of medical abbreviations in medicine is not new. Since the development of mainstream medicine nearly 200 years ago, abbreviations have been used. ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity MD/PA |
| Influenza | Influenza is a communicable viral disease that affects the upper respiratory tract, including upper and lower respiratory passages. A wide spectrum of ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity DO |
| Influenza | Influenza is a communicable viral disease that affects the upper respiratory tract, including upper and lower respiratory passages. A wide spectrum of ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity MD/PA |
| Influenza Vaccine | Influenza viruses belong to Orthomyxoviridae RNA virus family and classify into three distinct types based on their major antigenic differences; influ ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 11 | Activity DO |
| Influenza Vaccine | Influenza viruses belong to Orthomyxoviridae RNA virus family and classify into three distinct types based on their major antigenic differences; influ ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 11 | Activity MD/PA |
| Insect Bites | The term "bug bite" is commonly used to denote both bites and stings inflicted by members of the phylum Arthropoda. Arthropods make up the largest di ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Insect Bites | The term "bug bite" is commonly used to denote both bites and stings inflicted by members of the phylum Arthropoda. Arthropods make up the largest di ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Japanese Encephalitis | Japanese encephalitis is the most common preventable cause of mosquito-borne encephalitis in Asia, Australia, and the western Pacific. The Culex spec ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Japanese Encephalitis | Japanese encephalitis is the most common preventable cause of mosquito-borne encephalitis in Asia, Australia, and the western Pacific. The Culex spec ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| La Crosse Encephalitis | La Crosse encephalitis is a relatively uncommon arboviral illness predominantly seen in the pediatric population but may also affect adults. Though no ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity DO |
| La Crosse Encephalitis | La Crosse encephalitis is a relatively uncommon arboviral illness predominantly seen in the pediatric population but may also affect adults. Though no ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity MD/PA |
| Lead Toxicity | Lead became a common occupational toxin with the birth of the Industrial Revolution, by the end of the 19-century childhood lead poisoning secondary t ... Read the Article | 1.5 | 14 | Activity DO |
| Lead Toxicity | Lead became a common occupational toxin with the birth of the Industrial Revolution, by the end of the 19-century childhood lead poisoning secondary t ... Read the Article | 1.5 | 14 | Activity MD/PA |
| Legionnaires' Disease | Legionnaires' disease is a condition of severe pneumonia caused by Legionella, an aerobic gram-negative bacillus. This is a common cause of hospital a ... Read the Article | 1.5 | 15 | Activity DO |
| Legionnaires' Disease | Legionnaires' disease is a condition of severe pneumonia caused by Legionella, an aerobic gram-negative bacillus. This is a common cause of hospital a ... Read the Article | 1.5 | 15 | Activity MD/PA |
| Leishmaniasis | Leishmaniasis is a protozoan disease transmitted by sandflies that is most commonly seen in Europe, Africa, Asia, and Latin America. As travel pattern ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 9 | Activity DO |
| Leishmaniasis | Leishmaniasis is a protozoan disease transmitted by sandflies that is most commonly seen in Europe, Africa, Asia, and Latin America. As travel pattern ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 9 | Activity MD/PA |
| Leptospirosis | Leptospirosis, also called Weil disease, is the most common zoonotic infection in the world. Leptospirosis is caused by an infection with the spiroche ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 11 | Activity DO |
| Leptospirosis | Leptospirosis, also called Weil disease, is the most common zoonotic infection in the world. Leptospirosis is caused by an infection with the spiroche ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 11 | Activity MD/PA |
| Listeria Monocytogenes | Listeria monocytogenes is a facultative, intracellular, gram-positive rod that is responsible for causing the infection listeriosis. Listeria causes s ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 9 | Activity DO |
| Listeria Monocytogenes | Listeria monocytogenes is a facultative, intracellular, gram-positive rod that is responsible for causing the infection listeriosis. Listeria causes s ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 9 | Activity MD/PA |
| Localized Prostate Cancer | The natural history of prostate cancer has been extensively studied in patients treated conservatively. Most localized prostate cancer represents an i ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 7 | Activity DO |
| Localized Prostate Cancer | The natural history of prostate cancer has been extensively studied in patients treated conservatively. Most localized prostate cancer represents an i ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 7 | Activity MD/PA |
| Lung Cancer Screening | Worldwide lung cancer has the highest rate of mortality and is the leading cause of cancer deaths. The incidence of lung cancer is approximately equal ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Lung Cancer Screening | Worldwide lung cancer has the highest rate of mortality and is the leading cause of cancer deaths. The incidence of lung cancer is approximately equal ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| Malaria Prophylaxis | Malaria is an infection caused by Plasmodium species endemic to most parts of Africa, South America, East Asia, and parts of Europe and the Middle Eas ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 9 | Activity DO |
| Malaria Prophylaxis | Malaria is an infection caused by Plasmodium species endemic to most parts of Africa, South America, East Asia, and parts of Europe and the Middle Eas ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 9 | Activity MD/PA |
| Malignant Melanoma | A melanoma is a tumor produced by the malignant transformation of melanocytes. Melanocytes are derived from the neural crest; consequently, melanomas, ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 13 | Activity DO |
| Malignant Melanoma | A melanoma is a tumor produced by the malignant transformation of melanocytes. Melanocytes are derived from the neural crest; consequently, melanomas, ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 13 | Activity MD/PA |
| Medical Error | A medical error is a preventable adverse effect of medical care, whether or not it is evident or harmful to the patient. Among the problems that commo ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Medical Error | A medical error is a preventable adverse effect of medical care, whether or not it is evident or harmful to the patient. Among the problems that commo ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Medical Error Reduction and Prevention | This activity provides an in-depth description of the significance of medical error in the practice of medicine. It also highlights a number of impor ... Read the Article | 2.25 | 28 | Activity DO |
| Medical Error Reduction and Prevention | This activity provides an in-depth description of the significance of medical error in the practice of medicine. It also highlights a number of impor ... Read the Article | 2.25 | 28 | Activity MD/PA |
| Medication Dispensing Errors And Prevention | Close to 6,800 prescription medications and countless over-the-counter drugs are available in the United States. To further complicate a practitioner' ... Read the Article | 2.25 | 33 | Activity DO |
| Medication Dispensing Errors And Prevention | Close to 6,800 prescription medications and countless over-the-counter drugs are available in the United States. To further complicate a practitioner' ... Read the Article | 2.25 | 33 | Activity MD/PA |
| Medication Routes of Administration | A medication administration route is often classified by the location at which the drug is applied, such as oral or intravenous. The choice of routes ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Medication Routes of Administration | A medication administration route is often classified by the location at which the drug is applied, such as oral or intravenous. The choice of routes ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Meningitis | In spite of breakthroughs in diagnosis, treatment, and vaccination, in 2015 there were 8.7 million reported cases of meningitis worldwide with 379,000 ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 11 | Activity DO |
| Meningitis | In spite of breakthroughs in diagnosis, treatment, and vaccination, in 2015 there were 8.7 million reported cases of meningitis worldwide with 379,000 ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 11 | Activity MD/PA |
| Meningococcal Meningitis | Meningitis is an infection/inflammation of the membranes that envelop the brain and spinal cord known as the meninges. Meningococcal meningitis is the ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 9 | Activity DO |
| Meningococcal Meningitis | Meningitis is an infection/inflammation of the membranes that envelop the brain and spinal cord known as the meninges. Meningococcal meningitis is the ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 9 | Activity MD/PA |
| Meningococcal Prophylaxis | Neisseria meningitidis is a gram-negative bacterium that inhabits the mucosal surface of the nasopharynx in approximately 10% of healthy persons. The ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Meningococcal Prophylaxis | Neisseria meningitidis is a gram-negative bacterium that inhabits the mucosal surface of the nasopharynx in approximately 10% of healthy persons. The ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Meningococcal Vaccine | Meningococcal disease is a leading cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide. This activity will describe how to deal with this disease as a serious ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 11 | Activity DO |
| Meningococcal Vaccine | Meningococcal disease is a leading cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide. This activity will describe how to deal with this disease as a serious ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 11 | Activity MD/PA |
| Metabolic Syndrome | Metabolic syndrome is an accumulation of several disorders, which together raise the risk of an individual developing atherosclerotic cardiovascular d ... Read the Article | 1 | 7 | Activity DO |
| Metabolic Syndrome | Metabolic syndrome is an accumulation of several disorders, which together raise the risk of an individual developing atherosclerotic cardiovascular d ... Read the Article | 1 | 7 | Activity MD/PA |
| Millipede Envenomation | This activity reviews millipede envenomation and the identification and evaluation of exposure by an interprofessional team. It discusses the manageme ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Millipede Envenomation | This activity reviews millipede envenomation and the identification and evaluation of exposure by an interprofessional team. It discusses the manageme ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| MMR Vaccine | The measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine is a live-attenuated combined vaccine used in the prevention and, in specific patient populations, post-exposu ... Read the Article | 1 | 7 | Activity DO |
| MMR Vaccine | The measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine is a live-attenuated combined vaccine used in the prevention and, in specific patient populations, post-exposu ... Read the Article | 1 | 7 | Activity MD/PA |
| Needlestick | Needlestick injuries are frequent occurrences in healthcare settings and can lead to serious complications. While the introduction of universal precau ... Read the Article | 1.5 | 15 | Activity DO |
| Needlestick | Needlestick injuries are frequent occurrences in healthcare settings and can lead to serious complications. While the introduction of universal precau ... Read the Article | 1.5 | 15 | Activity MD/PA |
| Neisseria Meningitidis | Meningococcal infections are an important disease caused by the bacterium, Neisseria meningitidis. It affects people of all ages and can even infect h ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity DO |
| Neisseria Meningitidis | Meningococcal infections are an important disease caused by the bacterium, Neisseria meningitidis. It affects people of all ages and can even infect h ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity MD/PA |
| Nickel Allergy | Nickel allergy is a type of contact dermatitis caused by direct contact with nickel. It is the most common identifiable cause of metal-related contact ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity DO |
| Nickel Allergy | Nickel allergy is a type of contact dermatitis caused by direct contact with nickel. It is the most common identifiable cause of metal-related contact ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity MD/PA |
| Nicotine Addiction | Nicotine addiction is a complex disorder with no easy cure. Habitual use of tobacco and tobacco products continues to be a significant contributor to ... Read the Article | 1 | 7 | Activity DO |
| Nicotine Addiction | Nicotine addiction is a complex disorder with no easy cure. Habitual use of tobacco and tobacco products continues to be a significant contributor to ... Read the Article | 1 | 7 | Activity MD/PA |
| Norovirus | Noroviruses are nonenveloped, positive-sense, single-stranded RNA viruses belonging to the Caliciviridae viral family. Norovirus is a common cause of ... Read the Article | 1 | 7 | Activity DO |
| Norovirus | Noroviruses are nonenveloped, positive-sense, single-stranded RNA viruses belonging to the Caliciviridae viral family. Norovirus is a common cause of ... Read the Article | 1 | 7 | Activity MD/PA |
| Obesity | Obesity is the excessive or abnormal accumulation of fat or adipose tissue in the body that may impair health. Obesity has become an epidemic which ha ... Read the Article | 1.5 | 18 | Activity DO |
| Obesity | Obesity is the excessive or abnormal accumulation of fat or adipose tissue in the body that may impair health. Obesity has become an epidemic which ha ... Read the Article | 1.5 | 18 | Activity MD/PA |
| Obesity Surgery Indications And Contraindications | Obesity affects at least one-third of adults and 17 percent of youth in the United States and confers an increased risk of related comorbidities such ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Obesity Surgery Indications And Contraindications | Obesity affects at least one-third of adults and 17 percent of youth in the United States and confers an increased risk of related comorbidities such ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| Oral Mucosa Cancer | Oral mucosal cancer is cancer that arises from the lining (mucosa) of the oral cavity. The main risk factors are smoking and alcohol consumption. The ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 9 | Activity DO |
| Oral Mucosa Cancer | Oral mucosal cancer is cancer that arises from the lining (mucosa) of the oral cavity. The main risk factors are smoking and alcohol consumption. The ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 9 | Activity MD/PA |
| Osteopenia | Osteopenia describes a decrease in bone mineral density (BMD) below normal reference values, yet not low enough to meet the diagnostic criteria for os ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Osteopenia | Osteopenia describes a decrease in bone mineral density (BMD) below normal reference values, yet not low enough to meet the diagnostic criteria for os ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| Osteoporosis In Females | Osteoporosis is commonly encountered in older women with no underlying risk factors. This activity provides an overall basic and specialist knowledge ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Osteoporosis In Females | Osteoporosis is commonly encountered in older women with no underlying risk factors. This activity provides an overall basic and specialist knowledge ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| Palliative Care | The World Health Organization characterizes the field of palliative care as a form of specialized medical care which aims to optimize the quality of l ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 14 | Activity DO |
| Palliative Care | The World Health Organization characterizes the field of palliative care as a form of specialized medical care which aims to optimize the quality of l ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 14 | Activity MD/PA |
| Parainfluenza Virus | The human parainfluenza virus (HPIV) is an enveloped, negative-sense, single-stranded RNA virus that belongs to the family of Paramyxoviridae. HPIV ca ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity DO |
| Parainfluenza Virus | The human parainfluenza virus (HPIV) is an enveloped, negative-sense, single-stranded RNA virus that belongs to the family of Paramyxoviridae. HPIV ca ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity MD/PA |
| Paramyxovirus | The Paramyxoviridae is a family of single-stranded RNA viruses known to cause different types of infections in vertebrates. Examples of these infecti ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Paramyxovirus | The Paramyxoviridae is a family of single-stranded RNA viruses known to cause different types of infections in vertebrates. Examples of these infecti ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Parental Consent | Physicians and medical researchers have a moral and legal obligation to obtain informed consent. Informed consent must include the patient being compe ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity DO |
| Parental Consent | Physicians and medical researchers have a moral and legal obligation to obtain informed consent. Informed consent must include the patient being compe ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity MD/PA |
| Pediculosis | Pediculosis (louse infestation) affects hundreds of millions of people worldwide each year and have been reported in all countries and within all soci ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Pediculosis | Pediculosis (louse infestation) affects hundreds of millions of people worldwide each year and have been reported in all countries and within all soci ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Pediculosis Corporis | Pediculosis corporis is a skin condition caused by body lice (Pediculus humanus corporis) that feed on human blood. These lice lay their eggs in the s ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity DO |
| Pediculosis Corporis | Pediculosis corporis is a skin condition caused by body lice (Pediculus humanus corporis) that feed on human blood. These lice lay their eggs in the s ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity MD/PA |
| Pertussis | Pertussis, literally meaning “a violent cough,” and also known as whooping cough, or “the cough of 100 days,” was first described in the Paris epidemi ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 12 | Activity DO |
| Pertussis | Pertussis, literally meaning “a violent cough,” and also known as whooping cough, or “the cough of 100 days,” was first described in the Paris epidemi ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 12 | Activity MD/PA |
| Plague | Plague is caused by Yersinia pestis, perhaps one of the most important bacterial pathogens in human history. It occurs in epidemics and pandemics with ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Plague | Plague is caused by Yersinia pestis, perhaps one of the most important bacterial pathogens in human history. It occurs in epidemics and pandemics with ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Plasmodium Falciparum Malaria | Malaria is a global infectious disease that remains a leading cause of morbidity and mortality in the developing world. Severe and fatal malaria is pr ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 7 | Activity DO |
| Plasmodium Falciparum Malaria | Malaria is a global infectious disease that remains a leading cause of morbidity and mortality in the developing world. Severe and fatal malaria is pr ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 7 | Activity MD/PA |
| Pneumococcal Vaccine | The advent of pneumococcal vaccines has proven to be a significant advancement in the treatment and prevention of a widespread and sometimes deadly di ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Pneumococcal Vaccine | The advent of pneumococcal vaccines has proven to be a significant advancement in the treatment and prevention of a widespread and sometimes deadly di ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| Poliomyelitis | Poliomyelitis (polio) is a viral disease that can range in severity from self-limiting disease to meningitis. In its most severe form, it may present ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity DO |
| Poliomyelitis | Poliomyelitis (polio) is a viral disease that can range in severity from self-limiting disease to meningitis. In its most severe form, it may present ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity MD/PA |
| Polypharmacy | The term polypharmacy refers to the use of 5 or more medications, based on a review of current data. Aging places individuals at risk of multi-morbidi ... Read the Article | 1 | 7 | Activity DO |
| Polypharmacy | The term polypharmacy refers to the use of 5 or more medications, based on a review of current data. Aging places individuals at risk of multi-morbidi ... Read the Article | 1 | 7 | Activity MD/PA |
| Prediabetes | Prediabetes is a precursor before the diagnosis of diabetes mellitus. Adults with prediabetes often may show no signs or symptoms of diabetes but will ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Prediabetes | Prediabetes is a precursor before the diagnosis of diabetes mellitus. Adults with prediabetes often may show no signs or symptoms of diabetes but will ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Pregnancy And Viral Hepatitis | The common cause of jaundice in pregnancy is acute viral hepatitis. Hepatitis could be caused by diseases distinctively associated with pregnancy and ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Pregnancy And Viral Hepatitis | The common cause of jaundice in pregnancy is acute viral hepatitis. Hepatitis could be caused by diseases distinctively associated with pregnancy and ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Primary Lung Tuberculosis | Tuberculosis is the leading cause of death from an infectious agent worldwide, causing even more deaths in HIV/AIDS patients. A third of the world's p ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 11 | Activity DO |
| Primary Lung Tuberculosis | Tuberculosis is the leading cause of death from an infectious agent worldwide, causing even more deaths in HIV/AIDS patients. A third of the world's p ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 11 | Activity MD/PA |
| Psittacosis | Psittacosis represents a zoonotic bacterial infectious disease caused by the obligate intracellular organism, Chlamydia psittaci. Psittacosis, which i ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity DO |
| Psittacosis | Psittacosis represents a zoonotic bacterial infectious disease caused by the obligate intracellular organism, Chlamydia psittaci. Psittacosis, which i ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity MD/PA |
| Psychiatric Illness And Criminality | The relationship between psychiatric illness and criminality has been the topic of intense debate and scrutiny in the recent past in light of multiple ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Psychiatric Illness And Criminality | The relationship between psychiatric illness and criminality has been the topic of intense debate and scrutiny in the recent past in light of multiple ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Rabies | Rabies causes a viral encephalitis which kills up to 70000 people/year worldwide. Infected animal saliva transmits the viral encephalitis to humans. R ... Read the Article | 1 | 7 | Activity DO |
| Rabies | Rabies causes a viral encephalitis which kills up to 70000 people/year worldwide. Infected animal saliva transmits the viral encephalitis to humans. R ... Read the Article | 1 | 7 | Activity MD/PA |
| Radiation Syndrome | Prolonged or significant exposure to ionizing radiation can result in acute radiation syndrome (ARS). The National Council on Radiation Protection and ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity DO |
| Radiation Syndrome | Prolonged or significant exposure to ionizing radiation can result in acute radiation syndrome (ARS). The National Council on Radiation Protection and ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity MD/PA |
| Radon Toxicity | Radon toxicity is one of the leading causes of lung cancers in non-smokers. It is a radioactive gas that is naturally occurring in the environment and ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Radon Toxicity | Radon toxicity is one of the leading causes of lung cancers in non-smokers. It is a radioactive gas that is naturally occurring in the environment and ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| Rickettsia Rickettsiae | Rocky Mountain spotted fever (RMSF) is an acute febrile tick-borne illness caused by Rickettsia rickettsii. In North America, it is both the most seve ... Read the Article | 1 | 7 | Activity DO |
| Rickettsia Rickettsiae | Rocky Mountain spotted fever (RMSF) is an acute febrile tick-borne illness caused by Rickettsia rickettsii. In North America, it is both the most seve ... Read the Article | 1 | 7 | Activity MD/PA |
| Risk Factors For Coronary Artery Disease | Coronary artery disease (CAD) is the most common cause of mortality among adults in the United States. While common, it is preventable. This activity ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 10 | Activity DO |
| Risk Factors For Coronary Artery Disease | Coronary artery disease (CAD) is the most common cause of mortality among adults in the United States. While common, it is preventable. This activity ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 10 | Activity MD/PA |
| Risk Management Event Evaluation and Responsibilities | Risk management in healthcare is a complex set of clinical and administrative systems, processes, procedures, and reporting structures designed to det ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity DO |
| Risk Management Event Evaluation and Responsibilities | Risk management in healthcare is a complex set of clinical and administrative systems, processes, procedures, and reporting structures designed to det ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity MD/PA |
| Rubella | Rubella is a mild viral disease that typically occurs in children and non-immune young adults. In pregnant women, rubella infection can produce a cons ... Read the Article | 1 | 7 | Activity DO |
| Rubella | Rubella is a mild viral disease that typically occurs in children and non-immune young adults. In pregnant women, rubella infection can produce a cons ... Read the Article | 1 | 7 | Activity MD/PA |
| Rubella Vaccine | The rubella vaccine is a vaccine that aims to prevent rubella. Rubella, also known as German measles, is an acute, self-limiting, contagious viral inf ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Rubella Vaccine | The rubella vaccine is a vaccine that aims to prevent rubella. Rubella, also known as German measles, is an acute, self-limiting, contagious viral inf ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Rubeola (Measles) | This activity reviews the epidemiology and pathophysiology of measles to further understand its epidemiological situation. This will hopefully lead to ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 12 | Activity DO |
| Rubeola (Measles) | This activity reviews the epidemiology and pathophysiology of measles to further understand its epidemiological situation. This will hopefully lead to ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 12 | Activity MD/PA |
| Saccular Aneurysm | This activity will focus on saccular cerebral and aortic aneurysms. Most cerebral aneurysms are asymptomatic and small, and they are found incidentall ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Saccular Aneurysm | This activity will focus on saccular cerebral and aortic aneurysms. Most cerebral aneurysms are asymptomatic and small, and they are found incidentall ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| Safe And Effective Administration Of Vaccines And Epinephrine Autoinjection | Safe and effective administration of vaccines and epinephrine autoinjection is performed on various populations to reduce rates of varying life-threat ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Safe And Effective Administration Of Vaccines And Epinephrine Autoinjection | Safe and effective administration of vaccines and epinephrine autoinjection is performed on various populations to reduce rates of varying life-threat ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Salmonella | Salmonellae are motile gram-negative bacilli that infect or colonize humans, causing a number of clinical infections with different clinical features ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity DO |
| Salmonella | Salmonellae are motile gram-negative bacilli that infect or colonize humans, causing a number of clinical infections with different clinical features ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity MD/PA |
| Seat Belt Injuries | Although seatbelts have prevented numerous deaths by reducing head injuries, they can cause damage via the transmission of force upon impact associate ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Seat Belt Injuries | Although seatbelts have prevented numerous deaths by reducing head injuries, they can cause damage via the transmission of force upon impact associate ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Secukinumab | Secukinumab is a novel biologic agent that specifically targets interleukin-17 (IL-17) involved in a pathological process. It is a fully human monoclo ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Secukinumab | Secukinumab is a novel biologic agent that specifically targets interleukin-17 (IL-17) involved in a pathological process. It is a fully human monoclo ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Selenium | Selenium is a trace metal supplement used in the management and treatment of selenium deficiency. This activity reviews the indications, contraindicat ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Selenium | Selenium is a trace metal supplement used in the management and treatment of selenium deficiency. This activity reviews the indications, contraindicat ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome | A new and rapidly progressive respiratory syndrome termed severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) was identified by the World Health Organization (WH ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome | A new and rapidly progressive respiratory syndrome termed severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) was identified by the World Health Organization (WH ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Sexual Assault Infectious Disease Prophylaxis | Patients presenting for medical treatment after a sexual assault may be concerned about the possibility of acquiring an infectious disease. For many t ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 9 | Activity DO |
| Sexual Assault Infectious Disease Prophylaxis | Patients presenting for medical treatment after a sexual assault may be concerned about the possibility of acquiring an infectious disease. For many t ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 9 | Activity MD/PA |
| Sexually Transmitted Infections | Sexually transmitted infections are disease processes from close physical contact between males and females by transmission through sexual contact. Se ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 7 | Activity DO |
| Sexually Transmitted Infections | Sexually transmitted infections are disease processes from close physical contact between males and females by transmission through sexual contact. Se ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 7 | Activity MD/PA |
| Short Stature | Short stature is defined as a condition in which the height of an individual is in the 3rd percentile for the mean height of a given age, sex, and pop ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Short Stature | Short stature is defined as a condition in which the height of an individual is in the 3rd percentile for the mean height of a given age, sex, and pop ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Sickle Cell Trait | Sickle cell trait (SCT) is a benign condition in which the affected individual has only one abnormal hemoglobin beta gene allele. This is in contrast ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Sickle Cell Trait | Sickle cell trait (SCT) is a benign condition in which the affected individual has only one abnormal hemoglobin beta gene allele. This is in contrast ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| Sleep Apnea Syndrome | Obstructive sleep apnea syndrome is a condition in which there is a dynamic collapse of upper airway tissues during sleep. This may result in recurren ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 10 | Activity DO |
| Sleep Apnea Syndrome | Obstructive sleep apnea syndrome is a condition in which there is a dynamic collapse of upper airway tissues during sleep. This may result in recurren ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 10 | Activity MD/PA |
| Smallpox | Smallpox is the first human infectious disease to be successfully eradicated worldwide. It remains of clinical concern because of the potential for re ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Smallpox | Smallpox is the first human infectious disease to be successfully eradicated worldwide. It remains of clinical concern because of the potential for re ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Smoking | Tobacco smoking is a practice of burning tobacco with the smoke inhaled to be tasted and absorbed into the bloodstream. Around 23 percent of the world ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Smoking | Tobacco smoking is a practice of burning tobacco with the smoke inhaled to be tasted and absorbed into the bloodstream. Around 23 percent of the world ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Smoking Cessation | Tobacco use, primarily as cigarette smoking, is the leading cause of preventable disease and death in the United States. Assisting patients with smoki ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Smoking Cessation | Tobacco use, primarily as cigarette smoking, is the leading cause of preventable disease and death in the United States. Assisting patients with smoki ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| Sports Participation Evaluation | Evaluation of a patient for participation in sporting activities has a traditional role in ensuring their health before enduring the effects and stres ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity DO |
| Sports Participation Evaluation | Evaluation of a patient for participation in sporting activities has a traditional role in ensuring their health before enduring the effects and stres ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity MD/PA |
| Strongyloidiasis | Strongyloidiasis is a disease caused by the intestinal worms Strongyloides stercoralis or Strongyloides fuelleborni. The more common of the two, Sterc ... Read the Article | 1 | 7 | Activity DO |
| Strongyloidiasis | Strongyloidiasis is a disease caused by the intestinal worms Strongyloides stercoralis or Strongyloides fuelleborni. The more common of the two, Sterc ... Read the Article | 1 | 7 | Activity MD/PA |
| Subarachnoid Hemorrhage | Subarachnoid hemorrhages are life-threatening and result from the accumulation of blood between the arachnoid and pia mater. The incidence of subarach ... Read the Article | 1.75 | 23 | Activity DO |
| Subarachnoid Hemorrhage | Subarachnoid hemorrhages are life-threatening and result from the accumulation of blood between the arachnoid and pia mater. The incidence of subarach ... Read the Article | 1.75 | 23 | Activity MD/PA |
| Substance Use In Pregnancy | Substance use disorder (SUD) in pregnancy is a growing concern in the United States. Patients with substance use disorders in the peripartum period fa ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Substance Use In Pregnancy | Substance use disorder (SUD) in pregnancy is a growing concern in the United States. Patients with substance use disorders in the peripartum period fa ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| Teriparatide | Teriparatide is a medication used in the management and treatment of osteoporosis. It is in the anabolic class of osteoporosis medications. This activ ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Teriparatide | Teriparatide is a medication used in the management and treatment of osteoporosis. It is in the anabolic class of osteoporosis medications. This activ ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| Tetanus | Tetanus is an infection characterized by muscle spasms and lockjaw, also called trismus. Toxins produced by Clostridium tetani are responsible for the ... Read the Article | 1.5 | 16 | Activity DO |
| Tetanus | Tetanus is an infection characterized by muscle spasms and lockjaw, also called trismus. Toxins produced by Clostridium tetani are responsible for the ... Read the Article | 1.5 | 16 | Activity MD/PA |
| Tetanus Prophylaxis | This activity reviews and outlines the role of tetanus prophylaxis. It will outline the basics of immunization and prophylaxis and will discuss types ... Read the Article | 1 | 7 | Activity DO |
| Tetanus Prophylaxis | This activity reviews and outlines the role of tetanus prophylaxis. It will outline the basics of immunization and prophylaxis and will discuss types ... Read the Article | 1 | 7 | Activity MD/PA |
| Tetanus Toxoid | The tetanus toxoid is a vaccine used in the management and treatment of tetanus. It is in the vaccine class of medications. This activity reviews the ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 13 | Activity DO |
| Tetanus Toxoid | The tetanus toxoid is a vaccine used in the management and treatment of tetanus. It is in the vaccine class of medications. This activity reviews the ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 13 | Activity MD/PA |
| Therapeutic Communication | Therapeutic communication is an invaluable approach to interactions with patients that is applicable across multiple disciplines. This activity revie ... Read the Article | 1 | 3 | Activity DO |
| Therapeutic Communication | Therapeutic communication is an invaluable approach to interactions with patients that is applicable across multiple disciplines. This activity revie ... Read the Article | 1 | 3 | Activity MD/PA |
| Travelers Diarrhea | Traveler's diarrhea is a common ailment in individuals traveling to resource-limited destinations overseas. It is estimated to affect nearly 40 to 60 ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity DO |
| Travelers Diarrhea | Traveler's diarrhea is a common ailment in individuals traveling to resource-limited destinations overseas. It is estimated to affect nearly 40 to 60 ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity MD/PA |
| Tubal Ligation | Tubal ligation is the most common method of contraception worldwide. While the indication, desire for permanent sterilization, is clear, the ethics su ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Tubal Ligation | Tubal ligation is the most common method of contraception worldwide. While the indication, desire for permanent sterilization, is clear, the ethics su ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| Typhoid Fever | Typhoid fever is an enteric fever characterized by systemic illness along with abdominal pain and fever in a “step-ladder” pattern. The organism respo ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity DO |
| Typhoid Fever | Typhoid fever is an enteric fever characterized by systemic illness along with abdominal pain and fever in a “step-ladder” pattern. The organism respo ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity MD/PA |
| Typhoid Vaccine | There are two United States-licensed vaccines available for Salmonella typhi, an oral attenuated live virus, and an injectable polysaccharide vaccine. ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Typhoid Vaccine | There are two United States-licensed vaccines available for Salmonella typhi, an oral attenuated live virus, and an injectable polysaccharide vaccine. ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Understanding and Application of CDC Immunization Guidelines | Immunization is the most effective and safe public health intervention in reducing the incidence, prevalence, morbidity, and mortality of various infe ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 9 | Activity DO |
| Understanding and Application of CDC Immunization Guidelines | Immunization is the most effective and safe public health intervention in reducing the incidence, prevalence, morbidity, and mortality of various infe ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 9 | Activity MD/PA |
| Universal Precautions | Universal precautions were introduced by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) in 1985, mostly in response to the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) e ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Universal Precautions | Universal precautions were introduced by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) in 1985, mostly in response to the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) e ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| Upper Airway Resistance Syndrome | Upper airway resistance syndrome, commonly known as UARS, is a disorder included with many others that encompass an umbrella of conditions characteriz ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Upper Airway Resistance Syndrome | Upper airway resistance syndrome, commonly known as UARS, is a disorder included with many others that encompass an umbrella of conditions characteriz ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| Vaccine (Vaccination) | Immunization is a successful use of immunotherapy to treat many infectious diseases by stimulating the immune system to produce specific antibodies or ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity DO |
| Vaccine (Vaccination) | Immunization is a successful use of immunotherapy to treat many infectious diseases by stimulating the immune system to produce specific antibodies or ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity MD/PA |
| Varicella (Chickenpox) Vaccine | Varicella-zoster virus (chickenpox) is an acute febrile rash illness that was very common in children in the United States before the universal vaccin ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 10 | Activity DO |
| Varicella (Chickenpox) Vaccine | Varicella-zoster virus (chickenpox) is an acute febrile rash illness that was very common in children in the United States before the universal vaccin ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 10 | Activity MD/PA |
| Varicella Zoster Immune Globulin | Varicella-zoster immune globulin (VZIG) is a medication used for postexposure prophylaxis and treatment of varicella. It is in the "Opportunistic Infe ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Varicella Zoster Immune Globulin | Varicella-zoster immune globulin (VZIG) is a medication used for postexposure prophylaxis and treatment of varicella. It is in the "Opportunistic Infe ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Venezuelan Equine Encephalitis | Venezuelan equine encephalitis (VEE) is a mosquito-borne disease endemic in regions of Central and South America that causes sporadic outbreaks of equ ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Venezuelan Equine Encephalitis | Venezuelan equine encephalitis (VEE) is a mosquito-borne disease endemic in regions of Central and South America that causes sporadic outbreaks of equ ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| Vibrio Cholerae | Cholera is a well-known disease caused by intestinal infection with the toxin-producing bacteria Vibrio cholerae. This potentially fatal diarrheal dis ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Vibrio Cholerae | Cholera is a well-known disease caused by intestinal infection with the toxin-producing bacteria Vibrio cholerae. This potentially fatal diarrheal dis ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| Vibrio Parahaemolyticus | Vibrio parahaemolyticus infection can cause variable types of illness including gastroenteritis, wound infections, and, in more severe cases, sepsis. ... Read the Article | 1 | 8 | Activity DO |
| Vibrio Parahaemolyticus | Vibrio parahaemolyticus infection can cause variable types of illness including gastroenteritis, wound infections, and, in more severe cases, sepsis. ... Read the Article | 1 | 8 | Activity MD/PA |
| Vinyl Chloride Toxicity | Vinyl chloride monomer (VCM) is an IARC group 1 carcinogen known to cause hepatic angiosarcoma (HAS) in highly exposed industrial workers. VCM is a co ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity DO |
| Vinyl Chloride Toxicity | Vinyl chloride monomer (VCM) is an IARC group 1 carcinogen known to cause hepatic angiosarcoma (HAS) in highly exposed industrial workers. VCM is a co ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity MD/PA |
| Viral Arthritis | Acute-onset polyarticular arthritis is the most common presentation of viral arthritis. The most commonly implicated viruses are parvovirus, the alpha ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity DO |
| Viral Arthritis | Acute-onset polyarticular arthritis is the most common presentation of viral arthritis. The most commonly implicated viruses are parvovirus, the alpha ... Read the Article | 1 | 5 | Activity MD/PA |
| Viral Hepatitis | Viral hepatitis is a form of hepatitis that can be acute or chronic. It has various presentations and different outcomes, depending on the specific ca ... Read the Article | 1 | 7 | Activity DO |
| Viral Hepatitis | Viral hepatitis is a form of hepatitis that can be acute or chronic. It has various presentations and different outcomes, depending on the specific ca ... Read the Article | 1 | 7 | Activity MD/PA |
| Viral Pneumonia | The increasing role of viral pathogens in pneumonia and the increased recognition of bacterial and viral coinfections in patients with pneumonia neces ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 7 | Activity DO |
| Viral Pneumonia | The increasing role of viral pathogens in pneumonia and the increased recognition of bacterial and viral coinfections in patients with pneumonia neces ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 7 | Activity MD/PA |
| Water Moccasin Snake Toxicity | The cottonmouth or water moccasin, Agkistrodon piscivorus, is a semi-aquatic pit viper found throughout the southeastern United States and into east T ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity DO |
| Water Moccasin Snake Toxicity | The cottonmouth or water moccasin, Agkistrodon piscivorus, is a semi-aquatic pit viper found throughout the southeastern United States and into east T ... Read the Article | 1 | 6 | Activity MD/PA |
| West Nile Virus | The West Nile virus is an enveloped, single-stranded RNA arbovirus that can cause disease in humans. These range from the asymptomatic infected patien ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity DO |
| West Nile Virus | The West Nile virus is an enveloped, single-stranded RNA arbovirus that can cause disease in humans. These range from the asymptomatic infected patien ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity MD/PA |
| Western Equine Encephalitis | Western equine encephalitis is a mosquito-borne viral infection caused by the western equine encephalitis virus, a member of the Togaviridae family of ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity DO |
| Western Equine Encephalitis | Western equine encephalitis is a mosquito-borne viral infection caused by the western equine encephalitis virus, a member of the Togaviridae family of ... Read the Article | 1 | 4 | Activity MD/PA |
| Yellow Fever | Yellow fever is a mosquito-borne viral illness found in tropical and subtropical areas in South America and Africa. Transmission is primarily via Aede ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity DO |
| Yellow Fever | Yellow fever is a mosquito-borne viral illness found in tropical and subtropical areas in South America and Africa. Transmission is primarily via Aede ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 8 | Activity MD/PA |
| Yersinia Enterocolitica | In order to improve health outcomes for patients, practitioners should recognize that yersinia enterocolitica has an acute diarrheal form of infection ... Read the Article | 1 | 7 | Activity DO |
| Yersinia Enterocolitica | In order to improve health outcomes for patients, practitioners should recognize that yersinia enterocolitica has an acute diarrheal form of infection ... Read the Article | 1 | 7 | Activity MD/PA |
| Zika Virus | Zika virus is a single-stranded RNA virus of the family and the genus Flavivirus. In the majority of people, infection by the Zika virus is mild and s ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 9 | Activity DO |
| Zika Virus | Zika virus is a single-stranded RNA virus of the family and the genus Flavivirus. In the majority of people, infection by the Zika virus is mild and s ... Read the Article | 1.25 | 9 | Activity MD/PA |
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