H. Pylori Resistance to Antibiotics Increasing
Bacteria frequently resistant to clarithromycin, metronidazole, levofloxacin
FDA OKs Long-Acting Atypical Antipsychotic for Schizophrenia
Aristada (aripiprazole lauroxil) is injected every four-to-six weeks
Laparoscopic Surgery May Not Be Best Option for Rectal Cancer
Results from two studies show standard surgery to be slightly more successful
California Governor Signs Right-to-Die Bill Into Law
Physicians can now prescribe life-ending drugs to terminally ill
As HIV Patients Live Longer, Certain Cancer Risks Rise
Anal, colorectal, and liver cancers more common now, researchers find
USPSTF Recommends CRC Screening for 50- to 75-Year-Olds
Grade A recommendation for 50- to 75-year-olds; individualized decision urged for those age 76 to 85
Acetaminophen Given Early Doesn’t Cut ICU Days
No impact on number of ICU-free days in patients with fever due to probable infection
Upper-Limb Remote Preconditioning No Help in Cardiac Sx
Two studies show no significant benefit for patients undergoing elective cardiac surgery
Researchers Urge Routine Screening for Child Abuse
Further testing of all children with suspicious injuries could minimize misdiagnoses
CDC Warns of Carbapenem-Resistant Enterobacteriaceae
Evidence of CRE found in seven U.S. cities monitored by researchers
