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Lipoic Acid in Clinical Practice — Diabetes, Metabolic Syndrome, and CNS Antioxidant
Lipoic acid (LA) is a supplement that has much current interest for a variety of therapeutic reasons. Historically, its use as an antioxidant has been known for a long period of time. -
Good Ol’ Vitamin C: Does It Deserve Another Look for Your Heart?
A meta-analysis and systematic review found vitamin C supplementation improved endothelial function in patients with diabetes, atherosclerosis, and heart failure. -
Vitamin D3 and Asthma: The Saga Continues
Vitamin D3 supplementation in patients with persistent asthma and low serum vitamin D (25(OH)D) did not show improvement in the clinical efficacy of inhaled corticosteroids. -
LDL Levels — Are Fasting Blood Specimens Necessary?
Doran B, et al. Prognostic value of fasting versus nonfasting low-density lipoprotein cholesterol levels on long-term mortality: Insight from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey III -
Primary Care Reports - Full October 2014 Issue in PDF
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New Recommendations for HIV Testing
Detecting HIV early creates opportunity for treatment and reduces transmission risk. -
ECG Review
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Is the Routine Pelvic Exam Obsolete?
The American College of Physicians recommends against performing screening pelvic examination in asymptomatic, nonpregnant, adult women. -
Pharmacology Update - Suvorexant Tablets (Belsomra ®)
The first in a new class of orexin receptor antagonists has been approved by the FDA for the treatment of insomnia. Orexins are hypothalamic neuropeptides that appear to have a role in maintaining wakefulness. -
Clinical Briefs by Louis Kuritzky, MD