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What Is Our Current Understanding of Epilepsy Prognosis?
This paper summarizes and focuses on the National General Practice Study of Epilepsy with emphasis on epilepsy prognosis after initial diagnosis. -
Sometimes Coma Is Not a Coma
Novel protocols with functional MRI may allow clinicians to determine if some unresponsive patients are able to hear, understand, and respond to questions. -
Alcohol in Pregnancy
Data collected from a large study involving four countries show no effect of alcohol exposure in varying degrees on the rate of preterm birth, low birth weight, average birth weight, and preeclampsia. -
Internal Medicine Alert - Full January 29, 2014 Issue in PDF
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Does Dietary Nicotine Protect Against Parkinson's Disease?
This population-based, case-control study suggests that dietary intake of peppers and related species may be associated with decreased risk of Parkinson's disease. -
The Effect of Yoga, Exercise, and Omega-3s on Menopausal Symptoms
This 12-week, randomized, controlled trial assessed the effect of yoga, exercise, and omega-3 supplements on menopausal symptoms in 355 women. Yoga slightly improved quality of life, whereas exercise and omega-3s did not. -
Vitamin D Supplementation and Bone Mineral Density: Is There an Effect?
This systematic review and meta-analysis investigated the effects of vitamin D supplementation on bone mineral density (BMD) and found no significant effect of vitamin D supplementation on the hip or spine and a small and significant increase in femoral neck BMD. -
Integrative Medicine Alert - Full February 2014 Issue in PDF
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Curcumin Comparable to Fluoxetine for Treatment of Major Depressive Disorder
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Resveratrol: Highlights of Relatively Recent Interest in an Old Chemical
Resveratrol has substantial potential to improve health in different ways based on the research.