Multiple, Inappropriate Meds Taken by Older Cancer Patients
A pharmacist-led comprehensive medication assessment can optimize meds
Recommendations for Point-of-Care Ultrasound in Peds ER
Pediatric emergency medicine physicians should be familiar with point-of-care ultrasonography use
AAP Opposes Random Drug Testing in Schools
Helping students avoid substance problems is preferred approach
AAP: Use Only Metric Dosing for Children’s Medications
Using metrics, not teaspoons, reduces medication errors, American Academy of Pediatrics says
Eating Peanuts Aids Postprandial Triglyceride Response
Preserved endothelial function seen after consumption of high-fat meal containing peanuts
An Apple a Day May Keep the Pharmacist Away
No effect on doctor visits, but a slight decrease in need for prescription meds
Glyburide in Gestational DM Linked to Complications
Associated with more infant intensive care and respiratory distress
NKF: Many Nephrologists Report Pregnant Patients on Dialysis
Survey of nephrologists shows kidney failure becoming more common for expectant moms
Diabetes May Predispose to More Advanced Breast Cancer
Findings suggest need to modify screening methods
Physician/Pharmacist Model Can Improve Mean BP
BP control no better in overall cohort, but improved for participants from racial minority groups
