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Low-dose naltrexone and fibromyalgia
Perform a Google search of "low-dose naltrexone" and you will find a myriad of anecdotal testimonies to the benefits of the drug in a wide range of diseases including fibromyalgia. Now a small study suggests that naltrexone may be of some benefit in this difficult condition. -
NSAIDs and dementia
Chronic use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) in the elderly may increase the risk of dementia and Alzheimer's disease according to a new study. -
GI and CVD risk with NSAIDs
The Canadian Association of Gastroenterology Consensus Group has published guidelines on use of long-term NSAIDs in patients at risk for GI bleeding and cardiovascular disease. -
Pharmacology Watch - Full June 1, 2009 Issue in PDF
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FDA Actions
Plan B, the so-called "morning after pill" will soon be available to women age 17 and older without a prescription. -
Full May 11, 2009 Issue in Streaming Audio/Downloadable MP3 Format
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Full May 11, 2009 Issue in PDF
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The Missed Acute Myocardial Infarction in the ED: Strategies to Reduce the Risk for Both the Patient and the Physician
We have all heard a story that starts with, "Remember that patient you saw and discharged yesterday? Well, ...." This next series of EM Reports tackles one of the most common subjects of such a story: missed heart attacks. -
Full April 27, 2009 Issue in Streaming Audio/Downloadable MP3 Format
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Full April 27, 2009 Issue in PDF