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Long-Term Βeta-Blocker Use May Cause More Harm in Patients Undergoing Surgery
Clinical question: What is the harm associated with long-term beta-blocker therapy in patients with uncomplicated hypertension undergoing non-...
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Depression Common among Physicians in Training
Clinical question: What is the prevalence of depression or depressive symptoms in resident physicians? Background: Depression in resident...
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Breakfast Based on Whey Protein May Help Manage Type 2 Diabetes
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - A breakfast rich in whey protein may help people with type 2 diabetes manage their illness better, new research from...
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Combo could improve treatment of MM, team says
multiple myeloma Combining a calcineurin inhibitor and a histone deacetylase (HDAC) inhibitor could improve the treatment of multiple myeloma (MM...
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Drug corrects anemia in CKD patients
The investigational therapy roxadustat can effectively treat anemia in patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) who are not on dialysis,...
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Increased syncopal episodes post surgery • Dx?
► Cluster of syncopal and near-syncopal events in a patient with a history of occasional vasovagal events► Recent surgical repair of a left hip...
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Diabetes update: Your guide to the latest ADA standards
The authors highlight the latest changes in the ADA standards and review recommendations of particular relevance for family physicians.
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Is platelet-rich plasma right for your patient?
Many pro athletes claim that platelet-rich plasma has improved their performance and saved their careers. But is it right for your patients? And...
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Improving your care of patients with spinal cord injury/disease
Ninety percent of patients with spinal cord injury/disease identify FPs as their “regular doctors.” So what can you do to keep them healthy and...