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In this podcast, Chuck Vega, MD speaks about the financial implications of various treatments for patients with community-acquired bacterial pneumonia (CABP) and for the care system. He also speaks about the decision of inpatient vs outpatient care. This podcast is part 3 of a 3-part series on managing CABP.
Consultant360 spoke with Zenas Yiu, MBChB, PhD, NIHR Clinical Lecturer in Dermatology at the University of Manchester, about a recent study examining the relationship between psoriasis and risk of serious infection.
Recently, therapy to reduce PCSK9 activity has been approved for use in those with cardiovascular disease who require additional LDL-C lowering despite the use of maximally tolerated statins.
By Genevra PittmanNEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Whether children can and should participate in strength training has been a contentious issue. But new research suggests it is safe and may encourage young people to be more active in their everyday lives.Researchers randomly assigned one group of 10- to 14-year-olds to strength train twice a week and others to go to their typical gym classes.
Although current dietary guidelines suggest limiting red meat intake in favor of white meat, a new study suggests that diets high in either red or white meat may have similar lipid and lipoprotein effects. Consultant360 discussed these findings with lead study author Ronald M. Krauss, MD.
<p> Antihypertensive medications were associated with an increased risk of serious fall injuries, particularly among those with previous fall injuries, in a study of elderly people.</p>
<p>Performing total joint arthroplasty (TJA) for knees as a same-day procedure comes with relatively high readmission rates.</p>
Joel J. Heidelbaugh, MD, spoke about evaluating and managing epigastric discomfort, recognizing “alarm” symptoms in patients, and understanding when to test for Helicobacter pylori infection.
In this article, Michael J. Bloch, MD, compares the use of chlorthalidone vs hydrochlorothiazide in the management of adults with high blood pressure, including the results of The Chlorthalidone vs Hydrochlorothiazide for Hypertension – Cardiovascular Events trial.
There may be a link between the age at which a woman begins menstruation and the risk for developing heart disease as well as stroke and high blood pressure, according to a new study.
<p>A number of recent studies support last year's update of 2010 treat-to-target recommendations for rheumatoid arthritis (RA), according to the international task force that revised them.</p>
<p>People with sciatica had more short-term relief if they received chiropractic care along with exercise and advice, rather than exercise and advice alone.</p>
<p>Kids who get hurt in falls from furniture often live in homes without safety gates or weren't taught rules about climbing in the house, a new study has found.</p>