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Nurses Journal Scan, May 2008
Article summaries include recent guidelines (heart disease in women and asthma), improving sexual assault examinations, assessing vision in the elderly, and depression and MS.
Medscape Nurses, June 2008
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Response to AMA's Council on Ethical and Judicial Affairs Draft Report on "Ethical Guidance for Physicians and the Profession With Respect to Industry Support for Professional Education in Medicine"
Harvard Professor Tom Stossel describes the scholarly ethical basis for industry support for medical research and education.
The Medscape Journal of Medicine, June 2008
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New Therapies for Acute Pain
Acute pain is one of the primary reasons people seek healthcare treatment in the United States. If left untreated, acute pain can develop into chronic and disabling pain.
Medscape Neurology & Neurosurgery, June 2008
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Do Incontinence Drugs Affect Cognition in the Elderly?
What is the role of anticholinergic bladder control medications in patients taking acetylcholinesterase inhibitors for dementia? Do they affect cognition?
Medscape Pharmacists, June 2008
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Let's Get Real About Conflicts of Interest in Medicine
John F. Kamp, PhD, JD, Executive Director, Coalition for Healthcare Communication, New York, discusses complexities in conflicts of interest.
The Medscape Journal of Medicine, June 2008
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Highlights From Two Pivotal Trials in Multiple Sclerosis Presented at AAN 2008: PreCISe and BEYOND, an Expert Interview With Giancarlo Comi, MD
Giancarlo Comi, MD, presents the key findings from 2 pivotal trials in multiple sclerosis presented at AAN, PreCISe and BEYOND, and discusses their clinical implications.
Medscape Neurology & Neurosurgery, May 2008
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Daily Tadalafil Prevents Erectile Dysfunction in Diabetic Men
Can once-daily use of tadalafil in smaller doses, 2.5 or 5 mg, also benefit erectile dysfunction?
The Medscape Journal of Medicine, May 2008
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Overcoming Barriers to Reporting Adverse Drug Events
These strategies make it easier to report adverse drug events, which is an important responsibility for clinicians.
Medscape Pharmacists, May 2008
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Acute Pain in the Emergency Room Setting: An Expert Interview With Knox Todd, MD, MPH
Pain is the most frequent reason patients come to the ED. The practice of acute pain management in the ED is becoming increasingly important.
Medscape Neurology & Neurosurgery, May 2008
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Abdominal Obesity Is the Most Hazardous
Dr. George Lundberg emphasizes that abdominal obesity is hazardous to health.
The Medscape Journal of Medicine, May 2008
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Can Opiates Be Administered by Nebulizer?
Some clinicians are using nebulized morphine to treat pain and breathlessness in patients with COPD and CHF, but is there evidence to back that up?
Medscape Pharmacists, May 2008
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Nicotine Replacement Therapy Does Help Smokers to Quit
Dr. George Lundberg discusses the benefits of nicotine replacement therapy.
The Medscape Journal of Medicine, May 2008
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How Can We Prevent Functional Deterioration in the Hospitalized Elderly?
I work in a long-term care setting and we often find that after a resident is hospitalized, they suffer setbacks in mobility and functional status. Can anything be done to prevent this?
Medscape Nurses, May 2008
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Infectious Syphilis: The Return of an Epidemic
An infectious syphilis epidemic returns to challenge public health. As past becomes present, what do clinicians need to know about this sexually transmitted infection?
Medscape Infectious Diseases, May 2008
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Icyou: How Social Media Is the New Resource for Online Health Information
Prerna Mona Khanna, MD, MPH, Medical Editor, Icyou.com, Charleston, South Carolina, describes another promising use of the health Internet.
The Medscape Journal of Medicine, May 2008
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Managing Expectations and Individualizing Treatment for Adults With ADHD: An Expert Interview With Richard H. Weisler, MD
Engaging adults with ADHD in treatment presents specific challenges. How do patient and provider characteristics influence treatment choices? Which comorbid conditions affect adherence?
Medscape Psychiatry & Mental Health, May 2008
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Retirement May Be Hazardous to Your Health
Retirement may be hazardous to your health.
The Medscape Journal of Medicine, May 2008
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Congress Passes Genetic Privacy Bill
In this videoblog, Dr. Eric Topol updates us on some of the details and discusses what this might mean for the future if it is signed into law.
May 2008
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Perspective: Carotid Stenting and the History of Disruptive Technology in Vascular Surgery
Can CAS be considered a disruptive technology? An expert commentary from Frank J. Veith, MD.
Medscape General Surgery, May 2008
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Are Topical Patches Safe During MRI or CT Scans?
Staff members at diagnostic clinics often remove patients' topical patches before they undergo an MRI or CT scan. Is this necessary?
Medscape Pharmacists, May 2008
