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Falls are not an inevitable part of aging. Remind patients simple ways to reduce fall risk: review medications with a physician, improve lighting, remove trip hazards, stay active, & talk about balance concerns. Prevention helps support independence. acpjournals.org/doi/10.7326/…
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Remind patients to stay up to date with age- and risk-appropriate screening and to talk with their physician about personal and family history. Prevention and early detection begin with conversations and appropriate screening.
Clean hands remain one of the simplest ways to help prevent the spread of infection. On Global Handwashing Day, share the basics: use soap and clean running water, scrub all surfaces of the hands, and wash for at least 20 seconds.
Clear communication is essential to safe, high-quality care. During Health Literacy Month, small communication changes can make health information easier to understand and use. ow.ly/LNJI50ZWBym
Healthy aging is about maintaining strength, independence, connection, & quality of life at every stage. This month, we’ll share practical reminders for patients and physicians—from fall prevention and medication reviews to preventive care and whole-person wellness.
On World Hospice & Palliative Care Day, we recognize care that focuses on comfort, quality of life, symptom management, & what matters most to patients and families. IM physicians can help patients navigate serious illness with thoughtful, compassionate conversations.
Today is World Mental Health Day. Mental health is an important part of whole-person health.
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Preventive care is more than a checklist. Internal Medicine physicians help patients navigate screenings, immunizations, risk factors, and follow-up care with an individualized approach. ow.ly/AXVG50ZTaCw
On World Heart Day, we recognize the impact of prevention and long-term cardiovascular care. Internal Medicine physicians help patients understand risk and take meaningful steps toward heart health.
Meet Dr. Laughlin, Program Director for the Transitional Year Residency Program at Parkview Health. She’s passionate about teaching, mentorship, and lifelong learning. Outside of medicine, she enjoys biking and time outdoors with her family. #WIM #WomeninMed
Meet Dr. Swanson! An Assistant Professor at Indiana University and VA General Internal Medicine physician, Dr. Swanson serves as Indiana ACP’s Early Career Chair and on the national Council of Early Career Physicians. #WIM #WomeninMed
Meet Dr. Kapila! As Program Director at Northwest Health–Porter, she is passionate about medical education, resident mentorship, and quality improvement. She’s honored to serve as an Indiana ACP Council Member for 2026–2027. #WIM #WomeninMed
Council Spotlight for Women In Medicine Month - ACP IN Governor, Dr. Dee Moonesinghe represents our Chapter nationally, supports member advancement, recognizes achievements, advocates on issues affecting physicians and patients and leads educational events.
On World Gratitude Day, recognize a physician, mentor, colleague, or team member who has made a difference. A simple thank-you can strengthen connection and community.
Routine visits create opportunities to review screenings, immunizations, medications, and health goals. Prevention works best when it is part of ongoing care—not an afterthought. ow.ly/lbg450ZOxM6
Today, we recognize World Patient Safety Day and National Physician Suicide Awareness Day. Safer systems and healthier physician workplaces are both essential to high-quality care.
Pain care requires listening, clinical judgment, and an individualized approach. Internal Medicine physicians help patients navigate complex symptoms while balancing safety, function, and quality of life. ow.ly/eI0550ZNoat
