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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.
Experts And Viewpoints, November 12, 2009
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Occult Hepatitis B Virus Infection Increases Hepatocellular Carcinogenesis by Eight Times in Patients With Non-B, Non-C Liver Cirrhosis: A Cohort Study
Does the existence of serum HBV DNA predict a high hepatocellular carcinogenesis rate in patients with non-B, non-C cirrhosis? This study takes a look.
Journal Article, November 12, 2009
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Can Jesus Be Worshipped in a Taiwanese Temple? Reflections on Cultural Competence Curriculum in Medical Education
Western medicine has been compared to a monotheistic religion, which may not offer patients a full array of choices.
Journal Article, November 12, 2009
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Application of Patient Safety Indicators Internationally: A Pilot Study Among Seven Countries
Authorities reported summaries of the distribution of hospital-level and overall (national) rates for each AHRQ patient safety indicator.
Journal Article, November 12, 2009
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Worldwide-Schizophrenia Outpatient Health Outcomes (W-SOHO): Baseline Characteristics of Pan-Regional Observational Data From More Than 17,000 Patients
This analysis provides a picture of baseline functional status and antipsychotic use in over 17,000 patients with schizophrenia across 6 diverse regions outside North America.
Journal Article, November 12, 2009
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XMRV: The Missing Link in Chronic Fatigue Syndrome?
In this video blog, Paul G. Auwaerter, MD, MBA, describes a newly published report of a potential link between a recently discovered virus and chronic fatigue syndrome.
Experts And Viewpoints, November 11, 2009
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Dietary Soy Intake and Breast Cancer Risk
The evidence is contradictory, and many different soy products are available. What's the best advice to give patients on this complex topic?
Journal Article, November 11, 2009
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Laboratory-Acquired Vaccinia Virus Infection -- Virginia, 2008
This case report supports current US recommendations for smallpox vaccination at least every 10 years for laboratory workers at high risk of vaccinia virus infection.
Journal Article, November 11, 2009
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HR 3962: A Path to Progress or Paucity?
HR 3962 has pros and cons for doctors and the public. Here's how it could affect primary care and the practice of medicine.
Article, November 10, 2009
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Rising Rates of HIV Infection Among Young US Men Who Have Sex With Men
A resurgence of HIV infection among young minority men who have sex with men is reversing the recent downward trend in incidence of HIV infection. This article offers suggestions for reducing the risky sexual behaviors of these young men.
Journal Article, November 10, 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.
Experts And Viewpoints, November 9, 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.
Experts And Viewpoints, November 9, 2009
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American Public Health Association (APHA) 137th Annual Meeting
Read clinically focused news coverage of key developments from the meeting.
Conference Coverage, November 9, 2009
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Fatalities Caused by Cattle -- Four States, 2003-2008
Cattle are powerful animals, highly protective of their territory and offspring, and are especially unpredictable during breeding and birthing periods, as this report indicates.
Journal Article, November 9, 2009
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Prevalence of Duchenne/Becker Muscular Dystrophy Among Males Aged 5-24 Years -- Four States, 2007
Data from four states provide population-based prevalence estimates of Duchenne/Becker muscular dystrophy and clinical outcomes.
Journal Article, November 9, 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.
Experts And Viewpoints, November 6, 2009
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Status of State Electronic Disease Surveillance Systems -- United States, 2007
This study, a first look at the status of implementation of state electronic disease surveillance systems, hints there is considerable room for improvement.
Journal Article, November 6, 2009
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MRI-Detected Suspicious Breast Lesions: Predictive Values of Kinetic Features Measured by Computer-Aided Evaluation
Computer-aided evaluation programs developed for breast MRI provide automated image processing and kinetic analysis and are increasingly used in clinical practice. But how useful are they?
Journal Article, November 6, 2009
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Meningococcal Vaccines: A Neglected Topic in Travel Medicine?
Awareness of the risk for meningococcal disease among travelers is generally poor, even though case fatality rates are high and the disease can be fatal within 24 hours.
Journal Article, November 6, 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.
Experts And Viewpoints, November 5, 2009
