Medscape Nurses Headlines

FDA Approves Low-Level Body-Sculpting Laser

Wed, 8 Sep 2010 22:01:33 EDT

The FDA has granted 510(k) clearance for a low-level medical laser as the first noninvasive aesthetic device indicated for the circumferential reduction of the waist, hips, and thighs.

Two Hepatitis C Drug Candidates on Hold Because of Adverse Events

Wed, 8 Sep 2010 21:58:08 EDT

An elevated liver function test for 1 patient appears to be related to gallstones, according to the chief medical officer of Idenix.

Iron Supplements Safely Reduce Risk for Iron Deficiency Anemia in Marginally LBW Infants

Wed, 8 Sep 2010 21:47:46 EDT

Iron Supplements Safely Reduce Risk for Anemia in Marginally LBW Infants

UK Experts Advised Rosiglitazone Withdrawal in July

Wed, 8 Sep 2010 18:26:23 EDT

It has emerged this week that UK experts recommended the withdrawal of the diabetes drug rosiglitazone from the British market in July, although this recommendation was not made public at the time.

Evidence of Stress in Hair Predicts AMI

Wed, 8 Sep 2010 18:26:23 EDT

Canadian researchers find that chronic stress that leads to MI is signaled by high cortisol concentrations in the patient's hair.

Early Intervention With Parents Can Change Anxiety Trajectory in Young

Wed, 8 Sep 2010 17:04:26 EDT

The course of anxiety and related disorders in young at-risk children can potentially be altered with a brief intervention for parents, researchers are reporting.

Ketogenic and Atkins Diets Effective in Absence Epilepsy

Wed, 8 Sep 2010 14:10:24 EDT

The diets, already gaining popularity in several other types of epilepsy, also appear to be useful in difficult-to-treat absence epilepsy.

NSAID Use Associated With Future Stroke in Healthy Population

Wed, 8 Sep 2010 14:03:06 EDT

The results are in line with the increased risk of MI seen with NSAIDs and strengthen the need for more careful regulation of these drugs, the study author says.

No Superior Survival With Gemcitabine in Pancreatic Cancer, Says ESPAC-3

Wed, 8 Sep 2010 13:10:34 EDT

Compared with the combination of fluorouracil plus folinic acid, gemcitabine did not result in improved survival among patients with completely resected pancreatic cancer.

FDA Panel Endorses Ceftaroline for 2 New Indications

Wed, 8 Sep 2010 11:55:37 EDT

Ceftaroline gets a double play as the Anti-Infective Drugs Advisory Committee unanimously recommended its approval for community-acquired bacterial pneumonia and complicated skin infections.

Contrast-Enhanced MRA May Help Identify Arterial Steno-occlusions in Peripheral Arterial Disease

Wed, 8 Sep 2010 11:23:11 EDT

A meta-analysis suggests that contrast-enhanced magnetic resonance angiography has high accuracy for identifying or excluding arterial steno-occlusions in adults with peripheral arterial disease.

Variety in Fruit and Vegetable Intake Linked to Lower Lung Cancer Risk in Smokers

Wed, 8 Sep 2010 11:18:01 EDT

A prospective cohort study shows that variety in fruit and vegetable consumption may decrease lung cancer risk in smokers, independent from the quantity consumed.

Can I Be Fired for Defending Myself Against Violence at Work?

Wed, 8 Sep 2010 10:37:26 EDT

With incidents of workplace violence on the rise, nurses want to know if their employers will support them if they are victims of violence at work.

Aseptic Meningitis From Lamotrigine -- A New Headache for People With Epilepsy?

Wed, 8 Sep 2010 10:36:08 EDT

Dr. Andrew Wilner discusses the practical ramifications of the FDA's recent warning that lamotrigine may cause aseptic meningitis. But is the association less common than a lightning strike?

A Toddler With Periodic Strabismus

Wed, 8 Sep 2010 10:34:54 EDT

What condition do you suspect is present in this 3-year-old boy with occasional ocular misalignment?

Should Bystander CPR Involve Rescue Breathing?

Wed, 8 Sep 2010 10:30:21 EDT

A study looks at CPR provided by nonhealthcare professionals and whether chest compressions without rescue breathing improves survival in cardiac arrest.

Urinary, Circulating, and Tissue Biomonitoring Studies Indicate Widespread Exposure to Bisphenol A

Wed, 8 Sep 2010 12:00:00 EDT

How dangerous is exposure to bisphenol A (BPA), especially for children and pregnant women? This study explores the issue.

Are We Missing Vitamin B12 Deficiency in the Primary Care Setting?

Wed, 8 Sep 2010 12:00:00 EDT

Should patients be screened and treated for B-12 deficiency? Is research needed?

Knowledge of Stroke Risk Factors Among Primary Care Patients With Previous Stroke or TIA: A Questionnaire Study

Wed, 8 Sep 2010 12:00:00 EDT

How well-informed are stroke patients about the variety of risk factors for a subsequent stroke or TIA?

New Types of Smokeless Tobacco Pose a Growing Threat to Youth: Survey: Products Mistaken for Candy

Wed, 8 Sep 2010 12:00:00 EDT

What are some of the new smokeless tobacco products on the market, and what danger do they potentially pose to young people?