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Researchers from Sweden performed a meta-analysis of 9 randomized, controlled trials that looked at the effectiveness of atenolol on cardiovascular morbidity and mortality in patients with hypertension.
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Influenza virus first was isolated from chickens suffering from fowl plague in 1901 a subtype we now call H7N7. In 1931, an influenza virus closely related to the virus that caused the Great Pandemic of 1918 was identified in swine. The first influenza B virus was isolated in 1940, and the first influenza C virus in 1947. The ability to isolate these viruses and grow them in embryonated eggs eventually led to the ability to develop and test influenza vaccines and antiviral medications, as well as to perform careful seasonal surveillance.
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Greenfield RH. Spilling the beans (coffee and vascular health). Altern Med Alert 2005;8(9):108.
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Colorectal cancer screening saves lives. This fact is clear and unequivocal. Yet it could be argued that no other preventive health measure raises as many questions or causes as much confusion for patients and for their doctors. The intent of this article is to cut through the confusion and misinformation surrounding colorectal cancer screening and to give primary care physicians the facts to help their patients make informed decisions and choose the test that’s right for them.
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Schneider C, Lovett E. St. John's wort for the treatment of depression: An update. Altern Med Alert 2005;8(9):97-103.
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O'Mathuna DP. Guided imagery for treating pain. Altern Med Alert 2005;8(9):103-106.
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Greenfield RH. Echinacea: Another negative trial. Altern Med Alert 2005;8(9):106-107.
