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I am deeply concerned regarding the frequent misuse by the medical field of the words “cause” and “causal.” As succinctly as possible: cause and effect means that if A, then B. It does not mean, if A then maybe B!
American Academy of Neurology (AAN) 65th Annual Meeting: March 16-23, 2013; San Diego, CA
<p><span>People who order human breast milk online for their babies may end up receiving shipments contaminated with cow's milk, according to a new study.</span></p>
History shows that most of humankind has been cared for by ordinary, local clinicians who are not in the spotlight.
Researchers examined the efficacy and safety of lower doses of an insulin-sensitizing drug in adults with prior stroke or transient ischemic attacks who have insulin resistance.
Because the effects of modest alcohol consumption on cardiovascular structure and function is unclear, researchers of a study presented at ACC.19 analyzed the relationship.
<p>Family medicine has become a global movement as a medical specialty. From small beginnings over a half century ago, it has now spread from its Western roots to all continents. The origins of family medicine lie in a long history of general practice in which the only doctor for much of the world was the generalist.</p>
By Anne HardingNEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Giving metformin to non-diabetics after an acute myocardial infarction does not improve left ventricular function, a new randomized trial shows.
In a new study, researchers examined the physical activity levels vs sedentary time in older adults, then assessed the cardiovascular biomarkers in men vs women.
The American Society for Bone and Mineral Research has released new guidance on duration of bisphosphonate treatment in patients with osteoporosis.
Systsje Anne Bergstra, PhD, from Leiden University Medical Center answers our questions about her study that compared DMARD treatment regimens among patients with rheumatoid arthritis who failed initial methotrexate treatment.
In a recent study, researchers examined how specific healthy dietary patterns used to lower risks of cardiometabolic disorders in the general population may impact the risk of pregnancy complications when utilized in pregnant women.
James is a 38-year-old man who is clinically overweight but otherwise healthy. He is looking to improve his diet and wants to know whether dried fruit is a snack he should add to his weekly menu. How would you advise your patient?