Thursday, August 14 2025
7:30–8:30am
CME/CE
Prioritizing Prevention: What’s New from the USPSTF
Description
This educational session provides a comprehensive overview of the latest updates from the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF), focusing on critical preventive health guidelines. Healthcare professionals will gain insights into evidence-based recommendations aimed at improving patient outcomes across various age groups and risk profiles.
Learning Objectives
- Summarize the USPSTF breast cancer screening guidelines, including recommended age, interval, and modality to balance benefits with harms
- Discuss the benefits and risks of fall prevention strategies for community-dwelling older adults
- Outline the most effective strategies for addressing overweight and obesity in children and adolescents
- Describe which patients are appropriate candidates for pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) to prevent HIV acquisition