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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.
The American Society for Bone and Mineral Research has released new guidance on duration of bisphosphonate treatment in patients with osteoporosis.
<P><A class=image href="http://www.pediatricsconsultant360.com/" target=_blank><STRONG>P</STRONG><SPAN><STRONG>ediatricsConsultant360.com</STRONG></SPAN></A> is your link to <EM>Consultant For Pediatricians</EM> online. The site provides unrestricted access to all the articles in our current issue and issue archive, and finding articles on any topic is easy using the search box on the home page. Interacting with fellow colleagues who read and contribute to the journal is also easy online. Here are a few ways you can engage in this dialogue.</P>
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.
Recent research compared the effects of several cooking methods on the nutritional value of various vegetables.
Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) adherence continues to be one of the main challenges for the elimination of HIV transmission. Researchers tested the use of an automated directly observed therapy intervention to both measure and improve PrEP adherence among an at-risk population.
<p><span>Sniffer dogs, pat-downs, and other drug screening measures await concertgoers during this summer music festival season in the wake of 2013 concert deaths linked to the club drug Molly.</span></p>
A 14-year-old girl is seen because of long-standing nasal itch, intermittent nasal congestion, and clear nasal discharge.
Are you up-to-date on the pathogens most likely to cause pneumonia in children in different age groups? A look at the likely culprits—and the most appropriate antimicrobial choices.
Your patient is a 46-year-old man who has struggled in the past with sustained weight loss. He asks if there are any supplements that he could be taking that would make his efforts more effective.
In a recent study, researchers investigated whether repeat kidney biopsies could help to shed light on disease progression in patients with lupus nephritis. When would you consider recommending a second biopsy for your patients with LN?
<p><span>Parents who quit smoking may be less likely to relapse when they discuss the dangers of cigarettes with their children, a U.S. study suggests.</span></p>
Automobile accidents involving pediatric pedestrians tend to occur midblock, near bus stops, and when supervisors are not paying attention. (Photography by User:Fb78)
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A recent study evaluated the potential adverse health effects of potato consumption.
<p><span>Parents may be missing some good teachable moments when their kids are learning to drive, U.S. researchers say.</span></p>
<p>Babies are generally born with healthy hearts that should be cared for during childhood to ensure good health later in life, according to the American Heart Association.</p><p> </p>