Patients at increased risk for cardiovascular disease may benefit most from screening for type 2 diabetes, since identifying diabetes can help guide treatments that reduce the risk for cardiovascular events. Screening for diabetes in patients who have hypertension or hyperlipidemia should be part of an integrated approach to reducing cardiovascular risk because recommended treatment for these diseases is more intensive in people with diabetes. More...

Depressive disorders come in many forms, with many variations and a variety of symptoms. Overall, a depressive disorder is an illness that affects the body, moods, and thoughts. Depression changes the way a person feels about him or herself and the way a person thinks. And, unfortunately, if a person with a depressive disorder is not properly treated, symptoms can last for months or even years. More...