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The JUPITER trial causes a stir
Elevated high-sensitivity C-reactive protein (CRP) may help identify otherwise healthy patients with normal cholesterol levels who will benefit from statin therapy, according to the JUPITER trial published in November. -
ACP treatment guideline for antidepressants
The American College of Physicians has issued a practice guideline for the use of antidepressants to treat depressive disorders. -
Continued shortage for Hib vaccine
The continued shortage of the Haemophilus influenza type b (Hib) vaccine has not led to an increase in Haemophilus infections according to the MMWR. -
FDA Actions
The FDA has approved fesoterodine fumarate for the treatment of overactive bladder. -
Full January 1, 2009 Issue in PDF
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Pediatric Rapid Sequence Intubation
Emergency physicians perform many lifesaving procedures every day; however, none is more important than effective airway management. -
Full January 5, 2009 Issue in Streaming Audio/Downloadable MP3 Format
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Uncommon but Important Infectious Diseases
Recently, we published a series of articles on the international traveler in the ED, emphasizing the risk factors and geography. This article provides a more standard review of some of the diseases seen in travelers to tropical areas and also some, like West Nile, that have migrated into temperate climates. This article will complete our series. -
Full January 5, 2009 Issue in PDF
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Trauma Reports for January/February, 2009