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Among patients with atrial fibrillation

Women With A-Fib Less Likely to Receive Oral Anticoagulants

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Even though they have a higher stroke risk from the condition than men
California on Thursday becomes the fifth and largest state in the country to allow terminally ill patients to end their own lives.

California’s Right-to-Die Law Now in Effect

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Move raises percentage of terminally ill patients in United States who will now have this option
Proton pump inhibitor use is associated with increased risk of developing osteoporosis and osteopenia in femur bones

PPI Use Ups Risk of Osteoporosis, Osteopenia in Femur

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PPI users have reduced mean femoral T-scores, increased frequency of osteoporosis, osteopenia
A wearable artificial kidney may be an upcoming option for dialysis patients

Wearable Artificial Kidney Does Well in Proof-of-Concept Trial

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Small trial suggests device might be feasible, potentially freeing patients from dialysis machines
Sulfonylureas used as add-on therapy to metformin can maintain glycemic control in type 2 diabetes

No Significant Weight Change With Adjuvant Sulfonylureas

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Addition maintains glycemic control without weight change among patients with T2DM taking metformin
Implementation of prescription drug monitoring programs can reduce the prescribing of Schedule II opioids

Prescription Drug Monitoring Programs Cut Opioid Use

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Reduction in rate of prescribing of Schedule II opioids seen immediately after program launch
Physicians' opinions on management of subclinical hypothyroidism vary

Opinions Vary on Management of Subclinical Hypothyroidism

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Physicians present cases for and against treatment for a 60-year-old patient
Many patients in their 60s who have hip arthroscopy need total hip arthroplasty within two years

Hip Arthroscopy Often Not the Best Option for Older Patients

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One-third of older patients may need total hip arthroplasty within two years
Intensive treatment nearly doubles the risk of severe hypoglycemia requiring medical attention in clinically complex patients

Severe Hypoglycemia Risk Nearly Doubles With Intensive T2DM Tx

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Findings for clinically complex patients with type 2 diabetes
Antacids that contain aspirin may cause stomach or intestinal bleeding in rare cases

Serious Bleeding Risks Linked to OTC Antacids Containing Aspirin

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Alka Seltzer, Bromo Seltzer among over-the-counter products vulnerable patients should avoid, FDA says