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Co-use of opioids, methamphetamine on rise in rural Oregon
SAN ANTONIO – Methamphetamine’s wide availability and low cost also increased its use. In addition, methamphetamine use carries less stigma than...
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Restrictive transfusion strategy for cardiac surgery patients remains noninferior at 6 months post op.
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Social media use linked to acceptance of cosmetic surgery
Social media platforms may generate appearance comparisons between users by allowing them to access beauty-related videos and connect with other...
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‘Medicare for All’ emerges as early divide in first Democratic debate
Health care dominated early on June 26, with candidates using questions about the economy to take aim at pharmaceutical and insurance companies....
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Orthopedic complications in sickle cell require prompt action
FORT LAUDERDALE, FLA. – Orthopedic crises are common in patients with sickle cell disease, and consultation with an orthopedic surgeon is...
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ACIP adds hexavalent vaccine to VFC program
DTaP-IPV-HepB-Hib is approved as an option for 2, 4, and 6 months series.
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ACIP favors shared decision on pneumococcal vaccine for older adults
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ACIP extends HPV vaccine coverage
Committee voted for catch-up vaccination for all individuals through age 26 years, optional for older adults.
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Specific prednisone regimen safer than others when used with abiraterone for mCR prostate cancer
Prednisone, 5 mg, twice daily, gave the most favorable overall safety profile when with regard to avoiding mineralocorticoid excess and long-term...