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WAFACS Published: No CVD Benefit in Longest-Duration Folic-Acid/B-Vitamin Supplementation Study
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.
Medscape Medical News, May 2008
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Guidelines Discuss Use of Hydroxyurea in Treatment of Sickle Cell Disease
The National Institutes of Health have issued a conference consensus statement on the use of hydroxyurea in the treatment of sickle cell disease with an accompanying literature review.
Medscape Medical News, May 2008
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FDA Approvals: Advair, Relistor, Aplenzin
The FDA has approved an expanded indication for fluticasone propionate/salmeterol inhalation powder, methylnaltrexone bromide subcutaneous injection, and bupropion HBr extended-release tablets.
Medscape Medical News, May 2008
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Long-Term Use of Ibuprofen Lowers Alzheimer's Disease Risk
Long-term use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, specifically ibuprofen, lowers the risk for Alzheimer's disease.
Medscape Medical News, May 2008
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Vascular Benefits of Stopping Smoking Are Rapid
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.
Medscape Medical News, May 2008
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FDA Safety Changes: Janumet, WelChol, Rituxan
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).
Medscape Medical News, May 2008
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Vitamin E May Not Reduce Risk for Age-Related Cataracts
In a study of healthy women, treatment with vitamin E was not associated with reduced risk for age-related cataracts.
Medscape Medical News, May 2008
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Routine Vaccination With Quadrivalent Meningococcal Conjugate Vaccine Not Recommended for Certain Children
The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices does not recommend routine vaccination of children ages 2 to 10 years with quadrivalent meningococcal conjugate vaccine.
Medscape Medical News, May 2008
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Guidelines Issued for Screening Men for Osteoporosis
The American College of Physicians recommend that clinicians assess risk factors for osteoporosis in older men and obtain a bone mineral density test for men at increased risk for osteoporosis.
Medscape Medical News, May 2008
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Eating Chocolate May Decrease Risk for Preeclampsia
A prospective cohort study suggests that chocolate consumption during pregnancy may lower the risk for preeclampsia, but reverse causality cannot be excluded.
Medscape Medical News, May 2008
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Keeping Active Attenuates -- but Doesn't Eliminate -- Increased CHD Risk Associated With Overweight/Obesity
A new study suggests that lean, inactive women face lower risks for coronary disease than overweight women who kept fit, although both groups are better off than overweight or obese inactive women.
Medscape Medical News, May 2008
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Guidelines Issued for Medical Care of Pregnant Women With Preexisting Diabetes
The American Diabetes Association has issued consensus panel recommendations for the medical care of pregnant women with preexisting diabetes, including type 1 and type 2 diabetes.
Medscape Medical News, May 2008
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FDA Safety Changes: Cialis, Sonata, Lunesta
The FDA has approved revisions to the safety labeling for tadalafil tablets (Cialis), zaleplon capsules (Sonata), and eszopiclone tablets (Lunesta).
Medscape Medical News, April 2008
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Osteoporosis Drug Promotes Atrial Fibrillation in Population-Based Study
In a case-control study, women who have taken alendronate, the bisphosphonate widely prescribed for preservation of bone density, have an increased risk for the development of atrial fibrillation.
Medscape Medical News, April 2008
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Intensive Atorvastatin Effective in CKD Patients and Also Reduces Second and Third Cardiovascular Events
Two studies show how aggressive statin therapy reduces the risk for cardiovascular events in patients with chronic kidney disease and reduces other cardiovascular events, respectively.
Medscape Medical News, April 2008
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Blood Substitutes Linked to Deaths, MI; FDA Should Have Acted Sooner to Stop Trials, Researchers Say
An analysis of studies involving the use of hemoglobin-based blood substitutes indicates that their use is associated with the increased risks for death and myocardial infarction.
Medscape Medical News, April 2008
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Cesarean Delivery May Be an Independent Risk Factor for Stroke
A nationwide, population-based study in Taiwan suggests that cesarean delivery is an independent risk factor for stroke.
Medscape Medical News, April 2008
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Physical Exercise May Help Reduce Fatigue During and After Cancer Treatment
A review suggests that physical exercise can help reduce fatigue both during and after treatment of cancer, but evidence is limited to suggest the best type or optimal intensity of exercise.
Medscape Medical News, April 2008
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Guidelines Issued for Treating Atopic Eczema in Children
The National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence has issued clinical guidelines for all healthcare clinicians for the treatment of atopic eczema in children.
Medscape Medical News, April 2008
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Physical Activity Counseling Effective in Improving Patients' Physical Health
The 5 A's (Assess, Advise, Agree, Assist, Arrange) counseling model can help primary care clinicians provide their patients with improved ways to increase their physical activity.
Medscape Medical News, April 2008
