CAFP Weekly Newsletter for Oct 17, 2024
CAFP Weekly Newsletter
Academy Happenings
Read the Latest Issue of Colorado FP
The fall issue of Colorado FP is here! Peruse the latest issue for resources to support patients with different physical abilities, a reflection on AAFP’s National Conference by resident CAFP Board member, Sami Driscoll, MD, and a story on how one organization is working to make Naloxone more accessible.
Renew Your CAFP/AAFP Membership
You got into family medicine for your patients, and we’re here to support your efforts to excel in caring for them. Click here to see a few of the ways you can continue to take advantage of your AAFP membership when you renew.
Support Residents and Medical Students by Donating to the CAFP Foundation
Your generosity can make a lasting impact. Consider making a donation today to help us continue supporting residents and medical students in their family medicine leadership journeys. Every gift advances the next generation of family physicians, and we’re deeply grateful for your support. Use this link to make a gift today.
Family Medicine Resources
Educational Opportunity: Orthopedics & Primary Care
When: Saturday, October 26; 8:00 – 4:00 PM
Where: St. Joseph Hospital, Denver
Register here l $75 for ACP members, $100 for non-members
The American College of Physicians is hosting a one-day CME session for primary care physicians to learn about diagnosing and treating common orthopedic injuries and complaints in their practice.
Clinical Guidance & Patient Resources: Cannabis Use During Pregnancy & Lactation
Cannabis use has increased, however, there is limited research on the effects of perinatal cannabis exposure, particularly on cannabinoid concentrations readily available today. Emerging evidence suggests reason to exercise caution against the use of cannabis products during pregnancy and lactation.
CDPHE has compiled this clinical guidance for physicians and clinicians and below patient resources to help navigate this issue in your practice:
- Cannabis, You, and Your Baby – answers to frequently asked patient questions
- Marijuana fact sheets in multiple languages
Strategies to Conserve Intravenous and Peritoneal Dialysis Fluids
A major manufacturer of IV and PD fluids has been closed due to flooding from Hurricane Helene. As such, CDPHE recommends implementing proactive mitigation and conservation strategies for these supplies. Learn more.
Guidelines for Viral Respiratory Disease Surveillance
CDPHE reminds physicians and other clinicians during the viral respiratory season to consider the current circulation of viral illnesses in their community when making clinical decisions. CDPHE updates the Colorado Viral Respiratory Diseases Dashboard weekly. Learn more.