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DEA Taking Back Unwanted Prescription Drugs on Oct. 28
Only pills or patches will be accepted, not liquids, needles, or sharps; service is free and anonymous
The North American Spine Society, Oct. 25-29
The North American Spine Society 32nd Annual Meeting The annual meeting of the North American Spine Society was held from October...
CDC Says Universal Masking Can Be Dropped in Some Nursing Homes, Hospitals
Masking 'remains recommended' during an outbreak among patients or 'when caring for patients who are moderately to severely immunocompromised'
Many States Lack ‘Return-to-Learn’ Concussion Laws
Currently, only eight states have laws regarding returning to the classroom after concussion
AAOS: Pickleball-Related Fractures Up Significantly in Older Adults
Fractures most commonly seen in the upper extremity in women aged 65 years and older following a fall
Vitamin D Supplementation No Aid to Muscle Health
Review finds no beneficial effects on muscle function, strength, or mass
Periop Bridging Unnecessary for Most A-Fib Patients on Warfarin
Arterial thromboembolism risk doesn't appear to rise without additional drug treatment
Pneumonia Risk Down With Nitrogen-Containing Bisphosphonates
Reductions in risk for pneumonia and pneumonia mortality seen among patients with hip fracture
Recommendations Developed for Preventing Secondary Fractures
Coalition reaches consensus on guidance for patients 65 years and older with hip or vertebral fracture
Art Program Hones Med Students’ Visual Observation Skills
Students become better at observation and appreciate the importance of communication
