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The Medscape Cancer Survivorship Survey
In his latest video blog, Dr. Maurie Markman encourages viewers to participate in the Medscape survey for healthcare providers that discusses cancer survivor care.
Commentary, November 2009
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FOXL2 Mutation Associated With Adult Ovarian Granulosa Cell Tumors
Dr. Maurie Markman comments on a study published in The New England Journal of Medicine highlighting the role of a mutation in FOXL2 in the development and/or progression of granulosa cell tumors.
Viewpoint, November 2009
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Does Percutaneous Vertebroplasty Work for Osteoporosis-Related Vertebral Compression Fractures?
There have been limited evidence-based data demonstrating the efficacy of percutaneous vertebroplasty for osteoporotic vertebral fractures.
Viewpoint, November 2009
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Is Red Yeast Rice Effective in Lowering Lipid Levels?
A recent study in the Annals of Internal Medicine has prompted clinicians to seek more information about this controversial supplement.
Ask the Expert, November 2009
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Cross-Reactivity to 2009 H1N1 Influenza Virus
Does anyone -- young or old -- have preexisting immunity to H1N1?
Viewpoint, November 2009
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In Taking the Garbage Out, the More HDL the Better, but the Truck Should Function
In a lively discussion, Howard Weintraub, MD, describes the interesting facets of HDL to Henry Black, MD.
Commentary, November 2009
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CDC Commentary: 2009 H1N1 Influenza Vaccine in Pregnancy
Pregnant women are 1 of the 5 initial target groups for the 2009 H1N1 influenza vaccine. In this video commentary, Sonja Rasmussen, MD, MS, Senior Scientist at CDC, reviews the latest guidelines.
Commentary, November 2009
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Antiviral Treatment for Suspected H1N1 Influenza
James Wilde, MD, discusses the recommendations for initiating antiviral treatment for patients with suspected H1N1 influenza.
Ask the Expert, November 2009
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Lipids for Dummies -- Howard Weintraub, MD Offers Solid Advice for Lowering LDL-C
Howard Weintraub, MD, offers Henry Black, MD, and our audience guidance on how to treat patients who need to lower their LDL.
Commentary, November 2009
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A Successful Campaign Against Antibiotic Overuse
Antibiotic overuse was addressed by a multiyear national program that was successful in reducing use. Commentary offered by John G. Bartlett, MD.
Viewpoint, November 2009
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Will There Ever Be a Big Brown Ribbon Outside the White House?
In his latest video blog, Dr. John Marshall questions why the pink ribbon/breast cancer awareness promotion attracts more publicity than any other disease campaign.
Commentary, November 2009
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Exploring Genetic Susceptibility to Autism: An Expert Interview With Hakon Hakonarson, MD, PhD
Dr. Hakon Hakonarson reviews the latest findings on genetic susceptibility to autism spectrum disorders and discusses what impact they might have on clinical practice in the future.
Expert Interview, November 2009
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Can the Nurse Practitioner Write a Prescription For Someone Who Is Not a Patient?
It might seem like an innocuous favor, but prescribing for someone who is not a patient can be illegal or unethical.
Ask the Expert, November 2009
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Testing for H1N1 Influenza in the Emergency Department
James Wilde, MD, discusses the recommendations for testing of H1N1 and how to determine when isolation of patients who are ill is needed in the emergency department.
Ask the Expert, November 2009
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Physicians Are Talking About: A Death Foretold
Would you operate on a patient who experienced a premonition of death? Is this a contraindication surgery? Medscape Physician Connect members discuss whether to ignore or heed premonitions.
Commentary, November 2009
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ACR 2009: Current and Future Treatment Options in Lupus
In this video commentary, Dr. Elizabeth Tindall and Dr. Gregg Silverman discuss the significance of recent studies in managing lupus.
Commentary, November 2009
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Identifying Mental Illness Early Through Routine Mental Health Screening
The importance of screening adolescents for mental health disorders.
Expert Column, November 2009
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Can Doctors Ever Tell Patients They Are Cured of Cancer?
In her first Medscape video blog, Dr. Kathy Miller asks whether doctors should avoid using the term cured to describe patients who have been in remission for several years.
Commentary, November 2009
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ACR 2009: Emerging Therapies Show Promise in Rheumatoid Arthritis Treatment
In this video commentary, Dr. Vibeke Strand provides an overview of drugs in the pipeline that will affect the management of rheumatoid arthritis.
Commentary, October 2009
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Safety and Effectiveness of Head Lice Products
The toxicity of conventional lice-killing preparations is of grave concern, so these are welcome findings and good news for anyone who has spent hours combing nits out of a child's hair.
Viewpoint, October 2009
