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Away With Seasonal Allergies: Butterbur (Petasites hybridus)
Kiefer D. Away with seasonal allergies: Butterbur (Petasites hybridus). Altern Med Alert 2004;7(9):97-100. -
Reiki: A Subtle, Vibrational Energy Therapy
Keegan L. Reiki: A subtle, vibrational energy therapy. Altern Med Alert 2004;7(9):104-107. -
Clinical Briefs: Multivitamins and AIDS
Greenfield RH. Multivitamins and AIDS. Altern Med Alert 2004;7(9):108. -
What Do We Really Know About Adiponectin?
Measures that increase adiponectin levels might be valuable targets for decreasing the risk of atherosclerosis present in patients with diabetes. -
Coming Clean on Supplements Designated the ‘Dirty Dozen’
Brinker F. Coming clean on supplements designated the 'Dirty Dozen'. Altern Med Alert 2004;7(8):85-95. -
Clinical Briefs: Antibiotics for Cardiovascular Disease Prevention?
Greenfield RH. Antibiotics for cardiovascular disease prevention. Altern Med Alert 2004;7(8):95-96. -
Much More About CRP!
CRP values as a continuous variable have independent predictive value for subsequent coronary events in apparently healthy women. -
ECG Review: "Torsades Fabriquées"?
The 12-lead ECG and accompanying rhythm strip shown in the Figure were obtained from an older man who presented with acute dyspnea from pneumonia. He was on multiple medications, and was in moderate-to-severe respiratory distress at the time this ECG was recorded. Is the rhythm Torsades de Pointes? -
Full July 15, 2004, Issue in PDF
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Human Bites: Facts and Fiction
Infection rates in low-risk human bites are exceedingly low. Antibiotic treatment may not be necessary for these patients.