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On January 14, 2013, the FDA approved a device allowing detection of multiple gastrointestinal pathogens from a single sample of feces.1
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As a federal program rolls out to award providers with incentives for achieving meaningful use in electronic health records, wide measure-by-measure variation can jeopardize the validity of electronic reporting.
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Colchicine, in addition to statins and other standard secondary prevention therapies, appeared effective for the prevention of cardiovascular events in patients with stable coronary disease.
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Significant new scientific evidence published over the last four years has prompted three major medical societies to change their guidance on who should receive metabolic and bariatric surgery and which methods should be used.
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Identifying and managing agitated pediatric patients in the emergency department (ED) can be stressful and challenging for patients, families, and providers.
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AIDS- and HIV-related infections have changed significantly over the last decade. Although the overall incidence has declined, young adults have shown an increase in AIDS, with 50% of all new HIV infections in this age group. Many of these new HIV infections are in patients who are late presenters. These patients have received less care and are more likely to have unknowingly transmitted the infection. Routine screening identifies patients earlier, decreases the stigma associated with HIV testing, and increases the likelihood of future testing during risky behavior periods. The authors review the current role of the ED provider in identifying and managing patients with potential HIV.
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A new campaign launched Valentines Day 2013 is stressing the importance of preconception health for every young woman, not just those who are planning a pregnancy.
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Results of a current study of women using the contraceptive injection depot medroxyprogesterone acetate (DMPA, Depo-Provera, Pfizer, New York City; Medroxyprogesterone Acetate Injectable Suspension USP, Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, North Wales, PA) indicate a modest increase in fracture risk compared with women using other contraceptive methods; however, the increased risk of fracture preceded the start of method use, analysis shows.