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O'MathĂșna DP. Human growth hormone for improved strength and increased muscle mass in athletes. Altern Med Alert 2006;9:97-101
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Discussions of spiritual beliefs and practices can be uncomfortable and awkward for the practicing physician.
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Greenfield RH. U.S. CAM kids. Altern Med Alert 2006;9:105-107.
Greenfield RH. First do no harm: Iron supplements and pregnancy. Altern Med Alert 2006;9:107-108.
Greenfield RH. Work can kill us: Stress and the metabolic syndrome. Altern Med Alert 2006;9:108.
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Do long-acting beta agonist inhalers increase the severity of asthma? Yes, according to the results from a large meta-analysis recently published in the Annals of Internal Medicine.
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Borrelia persica is the causative agent of tick-borne relapsing fever (TBRF). The Borrelia name will be familiar to clinicians because of Lyme disease, caused by Borrelia burgdorferi.
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Black cohosh, when studied in appropriate randomized trials, is no different than placebo treatment in affecting hot flushing.
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What is the role of raloxifene for the treatment of osteoporosis and breast cancer prevention? Raloxifene is a selective estrogen-receptor modulator similar to tamoxifen.
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DFT reassessment after the institution of antiarrhythmic drug therapy with amiodarone or sotalol is not routinely required.