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Bone Metabolism Defects Common in Untreated Children With Celiac Disease
A new study shows that in children with celiac disease, bone metabolism is negatively affected but is returned to a healthy state after children are given a gluten-free diet.
Reuters Health Information, September 2008
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CO-Releasing Molecule Relieves Arthritis in Murine Model
A carbon monoxide releasing molecule (CORM-3) reduces joint inflammation and erosion in mice with collagen-induced arthritis, European researchers report in the September issue of the Annals of the Rheumatic Diseases.
Reuters Health Information, September 2008
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Daytime Sleeping Impedes Functional Recovery in Rehab
The amount of time spent sleeping during the day is a key predictor of functional recovery among older people undergoing inpatient post-acute physical rehabilitation, investigators in Los Angeles report in the September 1st issue of the journal Sleep.
Reuters Health Information, September 2008
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U.S. FDA Staff Note Deaths in Pfizer Bone Drug Study
Osteoporosis patients who received a low dose of an experimental Pfizer Inc pill were more likely to die within five years than others who got a placebo, U.S. drug reviewers said in an analysis released on Thursday.
Reuters Health Information, September 2008
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Most NSAIDs Unrelated to Cardiovascular Events
When used at standard doses, most NSAIDs do not increase the risk of MI, stroke, or other cardiovascular events, new research shows. However, when used on a daily basis, ibuprofen may increase the risk, according to a report in the August 15th issue of Arthritis Care and Research.
Reuters Health Information, September 2008
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Management of Shoulder Osteoarthritis Reviewed
Depending on the severity of shoulder osteoarthritis, treatment options may include physical therapy, anti-inflammatory drugs, corticosteroid injections, and/or surgery.
Medscape Medical News, September 2008
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CME/CE
Depot Medroxyprogesterone Acetate May Be Safe for Long-Term Contraception
The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists states that the effects of this contraceptive on bone mineral density should not prevent clinicians from prescribing it to patients.
Medscape Medical News, September 2008
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Campaign Challenges Hospitals to Vaccinate Staff Against Influenza
Joint Commission Resources, Inc. launched a new campaign this week -- the Flu Vaccination Challenge -- to increase influenza vaccination rates among hospital employees.
Reuters Health Information, September 2008
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CME
Bone Mineral Density Decreased in Young Women With Type 1 Diabetes
A study shows that bone mineral density decreases in young women with type 1 diabetes and may affect the risk for future postmenopausal osteoporotic fractures.
Medscape Medical News, September 2008
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CME/CE
Treatment for Postmenopausal Women Reviewed
The reviewers offer health maintenance recommendations for postmenopausal women, including symptom management, diagnostic screening, treatment, and immunizations.
Medscape Medical News, September 2008
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Newer Joint Replacements Need More Revisions: Study
New techniques used for hip and knee replacements appear to need reworking at a higher rate than older methods, British researchers said on Tuesday.
Reuters Health Information, September 2008
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CME
Safety of High vs Recommended Doses of Anti-TNF-Alpha Therapy Reviewed
Recommended doses of anti-tumor necrosis factor-alpha for rheumatoid arthritis did not increase the risk for serious adverse events, but high-dose therapy increased the risk for serious infections.
Medscape Medical News, August 2008
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Uninsured Rate Declines in US
A total of 45.7 million people are now without health insurance, a decrease of 15.3% as safety nets kick in.
WebMD Health News, August 2008
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Apixaban, a Factor Xa Inhibitor, Fails Against Enoxaparin in VTE Study
Results from ADVANCE-1, a study testing the novel anticoagulant apixaban in the prevention of venous thromboembolism, showed that the drug missed its primary end point, failing to meet statistical criteria for noninferiority when compared with enoxaparin.
Heartwire, August 2008
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CME
Radiographic Lumbar Spondylosis Is Highly Prevalent in Elderly Patients
A Japanese population-based cohort study shows that lumbar spondylosis is highly prevalent in the elderly and that disc space narrowing may be a risk factor for low back pain.
Medscape Medical News, August 2008
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Adalimumab May Be Helpful for Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis
A double-blind study shows that adalimumab may be effective for the treatment of children with polyarticular juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, with responses sustained for 2 years.
Medscape Medical News, August 2008
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CME
Age Alone Not an Exclusion Factor for Spine Surgery
The results of a literature review support the belief that advanced age, in and of itself, should not be a contraindication for lumbar spinal surgery.
Reuters Health Information, August 2008
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Strontium Ranelate May Be Helpful for Postmenopausal Osteoporosis
A study shows that strontium ranelate effectively reduces the risk for vertebral fracture in younger postmenopausal women aged 50 to 65 years with severe osteoporosis.
Medscape Medical News, August 2008
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Alexander Educational Technique May Effectively Reduce Low Back Pain
In a randomized controlled trial, an educational technique known as the Alexander technique, along with exercise, was effective vs massage for long-term relief of low back pain.
Medscape Medical News, August 2008
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Radical Prostatectomy Reduces Prostate Cancer Mortality and Distant Metastases
Long-term results confirm earlier findings from what is, to date, the only randomized trial to show benefits for radical prostatectomy vs "watchful waiting" in men with localized prostate cancer.
Medscape Medical News, August 2008
