Ryan Marotta, Assistant Editor

Leeanna Harding, MS, PA-C, has been recognized both by her patients and her peers for the distinguished care she has provided throughout her tenure as a physician assistant for MinuteClinic.

Physician assistant Sonia Rupani, MS, PA-C, has demonstrated a passion for improving patient health throughout her entire life.

Ann Tracy, APRN, FNP-C, has demonstrated her commitment to patient health and education throughout her distinguished nursing career.

The US Preventive Services Task Force just released final recommendations based on its recent investigation into screening for lipid disorders in children and adolescents without signs, symptoms, or a diagnosis for the conditions.

Cautious retail clinicians may consider routinely testing all patients for genital herpes, but they might want to hold off on screening those who don’t exhibit symptoms.

Retail clinicians on the lookout for signs of depression in their younger patients should be aware that the screening questionnaires used to identify the condition could lead to a misdiagnosis in children and adolescents.

An hour or more of physical activity a day can mitigate the risk of heart disease and early death associated with sitting for 8 or more hours each day.

The loss of employer-provided insurance during the transition to retirement can have a negative impact on older patients’ physical and mental health as they enter their golden years.

Although many expectant mothers may be hesitant to exercise, clinicians can assuage their concerns by educating them about the benefits of doing so.

Clinicians should remain mindful of any potentially inappropriate antihypertensive medications taken by their elderly patients.

Retail clinicians should make sure to check prescribing guidelines when treating patients with atrial fibrillation, especially those who are at high risk for stroke.

A pair of blood pressure medication classes can reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke in patients with end-stage renal disease who require peritoneal dialysis.

The convenience that cars afford to commuters may actually weigh heavy on public health.

Pregnant women who have yet to quit smoking may now have another reason to do so.

Praised by her peers for her compassion and dedication, Judy Williams, ARNP, CDE, has demonstrated a profound capacity for patient care both at home and abroad.

Patients who belong to racial or ethnic minority groups are less likely to receive an annual flu shot, possibly because of perceived discrimination.

Exercise is known to help patients lose weight and manage cholesterol, but many patients may be unaware of the other benefits of being physically active.

Although no malaria vaccine is currently available, an experimental one has potential to protect patients against the deadly infection.

College-bound teens with allergies should take steps to ensure that they’re able to manage their condition after they move away from home.

There seems to be little consensus among researchers about the health risks associated with e-cigarettes, but new research suggests that heavily regulating them may do more harm than good.

The new 9-valent human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine may be able to reduce a woman’s risk of developing cervical cancer.

Retail clinicians have yet another reason to encourage their patients to quit smoking.

Cardiovascular disease continues to pose a serious health problem in the United States, but retail clinicians may be well placed to help patients reduce their risk for it.

For Angela E. Dykes, APRN, FNPBC, few things are more rewarding than empowering her patients to take charge of their health.

Clinicians should be diligent when prescribing antibiotics to young children, as the use of antibiotics before age 2 has been linked to an increased risk of early childhood obesity.

The 3-dose human papillomavirus vaccine series is recommended for all children aged 11 years and older, but miscommunication between health care providers and patients is preventing series completion for many.

Consuming a moderate amount of peanuts or peanut butter could prevent childhood obesity.

Although many retail clinicians treat their patients’ infections by prescribing them the highest tolerable dose of antibiotics, this may not be the best practice for preventing the evolution of drug-resistant diseases.

Nearly 20,000 children aged 5 years or younger are hospitalized for influenza-related complications each year, yet many parents remain uncertain of the flu vaccine’s importance or safety.

Retail clinicians looking to prescribe PPIs should make sure to weigh their benefits against potential risks.