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Only limited data are available regarding the epidemiology of infectious diseases that occur among traveling health care workers (HCWs) or medical researchers.
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Anisakis simplex and Pseudoterranova decipiens cause most human anisakidosis. The term anisakidosis refers to a dead-end human disease caused by ingestions of any such larvae.
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In this issue: Statins and liver function; dosing timing for thyroxine; rivaroxaban foÿ
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Clinicians should consider prescribing levothyroxine at bedtime since this study demonstrates significantly improved thyroid hormone levels compared to morning intake.
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It seems reasonable to assume that atorva-statin has some anti-ischemic properties, based on the strong correlation between subjective angina reduction and reduction in objective ischemia demonstrated on AECG monitoring. However, there was no incremental benefit to the combination of atorvastatin and amlodipine.
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Although most older women have stable patterns of alcohol use over time, they still need to be periodically questioned about alcohol use since some will increase their intake substantially after age 50, and may develop new risks for alcohol-related problems.
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Simply increasing the number of steps taken daily reduces obesity and improves insulin sensitivity in middle-aged adults.
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A new chemotherapeutic agent has been approved for the treatment of metastatic breast cancer previously treated with other chemotherapeutic agents.
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The most recent ada/easd algorithm for management of type 2 diabetes (DM2) indicates basal insulin as an appropriate next step if glycemic goals are not attained with metformin and lifestyle interventions.
