FDA Orders Enhanced Warning Labels on Opioid Pain Medications
New labeling rules mostly aimed at immediate-release versions of opioids
ACC: PPI Tx Also Beneficial for Those on Low-Dose Aspirin
Gastroprotection with PPI therapy reduced primary GI end point in patients on low-dose aspirin
AANA: Men Should Avoid Erectile Dysfunction Meds Prior to Surgery
Anesthesia professionals need to ask patients about these medications
FDA: Most Powdered Medical Gloves Should Be Banned in U.S.
Side effects include airway and wound inflammation, agency says
Physical Activity May Lower Mortality Risk in COPD Patients
Study seems to show a big benefit, and researchers say activity can help lungs stay healthy
Physicians Respond to New CDC Opioid Guidelines
Mainly supportive of guidelines, but concerns include lack of evidence underlying recommendations
Rate of Transmission of Clostridium difficile Quantified
Hospitalized patients with CDI transmit C. difficile at rate 15 times higher than asymptomatic carriers
Case Before Supreme Court May Expose Doctors to Large Fines
Case surrounds whether liability under IFPA can be based on what a practice should have known
Dialysis of Little Benefit to Elderly End-Stage Renal Disease Patients
Researchers suggest conservative care may be suitable option for some patients over 80
Acetaminophen May Not Be the Best Choice for Arthritis Pain
Prescription diclofenac a more effective choice for short-term pain relief, researchers say
