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Suits Possible for Failure to Report Child Abuse
Michael Gerardi, MD, FAAP, FACEP, director of pediatric emergency medicine at Goryeb Childrens Hospital in Morristown, NJ, reports that he is aware of several recent lawsuits naming an emergency physician (EP) for failure to diagnose child abuse.Rivaroxaban for pulmonary embolism
FDA actions
Is recommending aspirin next?
New practice guideline for rhinosinusitis
Sports Medicine Concepts for the Emergency Physician
Encouraging individuals to be active through recreational and competitive athletics has led to increased participation in organized sports.Aortic Dissection
Acute aortic dissection is a rare but life-threatening illness in which prompt diagnosis and treatment are critical for the chance of survival.Diabetes and Dementia
Diabetes mellitus is a risk factor for dementia, and poor glucose control is associated with worse cognitive function and greater decline.Pharmacology Watch: Menopausal Hormone Therapy and the Risk for VTE, AD
Menopausal hormone therapy and risk of VTE and AD; patients' understanding of chemotherapy benefits; and FDA actions.Clinical Briefs in Primary Care Supplement