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Discrepancies in US/European Guidelines on Antithrombotics for ACS

Fri, 9 May 2008 14:14:00 EDT

Discrepancies in the European and US guidelines on recommendations for the use of enoxaparin and fondaparinux in the treatment of ACS is causing confusion, some clinicians have suggested.
Heartwire

WAFACS Published: No CVD Benefit in Longest-Duration Folic-Acid/B-Vitamin Supplementation Study

Fri, 9 May 2008 17:00:00 EDT

A study on folic-acid and B-vitamin supplementation demonstrates homocysteine lowering as a useful marker in the prediction of cardiovascular disease but has no effect on cardiovascular outcomes.
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Hormone Therapy Linked to Stroke Risk Regardless of Timing of Treatment Initiation

Fri, 9 May 2008 17:00:00 EDT

New analysis of data from the Nurses' Health Study shows an increased stroke risk associated with both estrogen alone and estrogen plus progestin, regardless of treatment or timing of initiation.
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Decreased Respiratory Function in Infants Linked to Antenatal Steroid Therapy

Fri, 9 May 2008 17:00:00 EDT

In a prospective cohort study, infants who were 25 to 32 weeks' gestation and remotely treated with antenatal steroids at a mean of 21 days before delivery had lower cardiorespiratory function.
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Eosinopenia Reliably Identifies Sepsis in Critically Ill Patients

Fri, 9 May 2008 17:00:00 EDT

Eosinopenia is better than C-reactive protein at indicating sepsis in patients in intensive care units.
Reuters Health Information

Cost -- Not Evidence -- Driving Shift in Cancer Screening

Thu, 8 May 2008 16:43:00 EDT

High-deductible health plans could be prompting patients to choose fully covered screening tests to avoid out-of-pocket expenses.
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Vascular Benefits of Stopping Smoking Are Rapid

Thu, 8 May 2008 17:00:00 EDT

Women who quit smoking will see a rapid decline in the risk for death from coronary heart disease and other vascular disorders, a new analysis of the Nurses' Health Study shows.
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Inflammatory Markers Predict Congestive Heart Failure

Thu, 8 May 2008 17:00:00 EDT

The inflammatory markers IL-6, C-reactive protein, and macroalbuminuria suggest a mechanistic link between obesity and congestive heart failure, researchers say.
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New Monoclonal Antibody Effective for RSV Prophylaxis in High-Risk, Full-Term Infants

Thu, 8 May 2008 17:00:00 EDT

The monoclonal antibody motavizumab reduces the risk for respiratory syncytial virus illness and hospitalization in high-risk, full-term American Indian infants.
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Long-Term Use of Ibuprofen Lowers Alzheimer's Disease Risk

Thu, 8 May 2008 17:00:00 EDT

Long-term use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, specifically ibuprofen, lowers the risk for Alzheimer's disease.
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American Academy of Pediatrics Updates Review of Soy Protein-Based Formulas

Thu, 8 May 2008 17:00:00 EDT

The American Academy of Pediatrics has updated its 1998 review of soy protein-based formulas and addresses the advantages and disadvantages of phytoestrogens in soy formulas.
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FDA Approvals: Advair, Relistor, Aplenzin

Thu, 8 May 2008 17:00:00 EDT

The FDA has approved an expanded indication for fluticasone propionate/salmeterol inhalation powder, methylnaltrexone bromide subcutaneous injection, and bupropion HBr extended-release tablets.
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Highlights of the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology 2008 Annual Meeting

Thu, 8 May 2008 12:00:00 EDT

Read clinically focused news coverage of key developments on exercise-induced asthma, new research initiatives in asthma, and more from AAAAI 2008.
Medscape Allergy & Clinical Immunology

Both Researchers and Journals are to Blame for Inconsistent Disclosure of Conflicts of Interest

Wed, 7 May 2008 09:12:00 EDT

Researchers who combed through one year's worth of stent research say conflict-of-interest disclosures are the exception, not the rule--in some cases, authors disclosed conflicts in one paper, but not others. Inconsistent journal policies and confusion about what constitutes a "relevant" conflict may explain some--but not all--of the gaps.
Heartwire

Maternal Hyperglycemia Linked to Adverse Pregnancy Outcomes

Wed, 7 May 2008 17:00:00 EDT

A study shows that maternal glucose levels below the range indicating diabetes are linked with increased birth weight and increased cord-blood serum C-peptide levels in infants.
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Metformin Alone or With Insulin May Be Safe in Gestational Diabetes

Wed, 7 May 2008 17:00:00 EDT

In pregnant women with gestational diabetes, metformin alone or supplemented with insulin did not increase neonatal hypoglycemia or other perinatal complications vs insulin alone.
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Urinary Incontinence More Common in Elderly Women Taking Certain Medications

Wed, 7 May 2008 17:00:00 EDT

Use of estrogen or alpha-blockers increases the occurrence of self-reported urinary incontinence.
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FDA Safety Changes: Janumet, WelChol, Rituxan

Wed, 7 May 2008 17:00:00 EDT

The FDA has approved revisions to the safety labeling for sitagliptin plus metformin HCl tablets (Janumet), colesevelam HCl tablets (WelChol), and rituximab intravenous injection (Rituxan).
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Breast Cancer Within 2 Years of Childbirth Linked to Poor Prognosis

Wed, 7 May 2008 17:00:00 EDT

A study shows that women who have breast cancer within 2 years of their last pregnancy (or 2-4 years) after delivery are more likely to have a poor prognosis.
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Eszopiclone Plus Escitalopram May Rapidly Improve Insomnia, Anxiety

Wed, 7 May 2008 17:00:00 EDT

A randomized controlled trial shows that coadministration of eszopiclone and escitalopram rapidly improves sleep and anxiety in patients with insomnia and generalized anxiety disorder.
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