Canadian Cardiovascular Society Updates A-Fib Guidelines
Update focuses on management of antithrombotic tx, non-vitamin K antagonist oral anticoagulant tx
AAFP Downgrades USPSTF CRC Screening Recommendation
AAFP recommends fecal immunochemical tests, flexible sigmoidoscopy, colonoscopy
USPSTF Recommends Latent Tuberculosis Infection Screening
Screening for LTBI in persons at increased risk of infection provides moderate net benefit
Metformin Tied to Cardiovascular Benefits in T1DM Patients
Cells associated with blood vessel damage reduced in patients taking metformin
Avoiding Dry-Cooked Foods May Help Protect Against T2DM
Researchers suggest steaming, poaching, and stewing for better health
Tailored Lay Health Educator Program Ups CRC Screening
Bilingual/bicultural lay health educator education can increase screening among Hmong-Americans
Metformin, Sitagliptin Prolong Normoglycemia Remission in DKA
Findings in African-American patients with new-onset diabetic ketoacidosis and severe hyperglycemia
Rise in Endogenous Klebsiella pneumoniae Endophthalmitis
Rising trends of EKPE in major centers in Australia; source of sepsis was hepatic abscess in all cases
Risk of Injuries Up Around Period of Cancer Diagnosis
Increased risk of iatrogenic injuries, non-iatrogenic injuries before and after diagnosis of cancer
Non-Drug Methods Effective for Treating Some Pain Conditions
Approaches such as acupuncture, massage, and tai chi may ease discomfort
