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Further Follow-Up On The New Anticoagulants
From the HeartWire there was further follow-up of prior data looking at Pradaxa (dabigatran) versus Coumadin (warfarin) in mechanical heart valve patients. It would appear for now at least that the traditional treatment of warfarin is still in the driver’s … Continue reading
We Need To Rethink Hormone Replacement In Women
A recent Danish study shows that 10 years of hormone replacement started early in menopause significantly improved cardiovascular risk (50% reduction). A few years ago America was floored by the Women’s Health Initiative’s results which suggested no cardiovascular benefit and … Continue reading
Doctor Shortage May Swell to 130,000 With Caps
“Does anyone in this country beleive in a free market economy anymore? Here are some ideas. Why don’t my professional membership organizations such as the ACP, AMA or state Medical Associations start a volunteer fund that will use the monetary … Continue reading
Posted in Categories, Medical Journal Briefs, News, Politics
Tagged costs, doctor shortage, doctor training, doctors, education, government policy, residencies
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Milk Thistle Extract for Liver Disease
Milk thistle extract (silymarin) was studied for potential benefit in refractory hepatitis C. This study found that this supplement for this situation was no different than placebo. http://jama.jamanetwork.com/article.aspx?articleid=1217238 There were no major harmful side effects, but there was more G.I. … Continue reading
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Tagged hepatitis, JAMA, journal, liver, Medical, Milk thistle, news, silymarin
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