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Superior Hypogastric Plexus Block Beneficial After Hysterectomy

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Ropivacaine linked to reduced postoperative opioid consumption, pain versus placebo
There is evidence that the position a woman is placed in during preoperative breast magnetic resonance imaging could influence the scan's accuracy

Pre-Op Breast MRI Affected by Patient Positioning

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Prone position might introduce error
In a letter published online June 22 in the New England Journal of Medicine

Zika Infection Also Linked to Uveitis in Adults

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Physicians should note that a red eye associated with Zika is not necessarily only conjunctivitis
In a case report published in the June 23 issue of the New England Journal of Medicine

Failure of Dual Antimicrobial Therapy for Gonorrhea Reported

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Negative urine specimen, positive pharyngeal swab after treatment with ceftriaxone, azithromycin
The nasal spray form of the influenza vaccine should not be used next flu season

CDC: FluMist Nasal Flu Vaccine Should Not Be Used 2016-2017

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Research shows inactivated vaccine is the best way to protect children
Prior exposure to the dengue fever virus may increase the severity of Zika virus infection

Exposure to the Dengue Virus May Up Potency of Zika Infection

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And, an antibody that's effective against dengue may also counter Zika
Many male primary care physicians regard cardiovascular disease as a man's issue and don't assess risk in female patients

Male PCPs Less Likely to Assess CVD Risk in Female Patients

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French researchers say search of health records finds gender gap
The use of patient navigators improves cancer screening rates among low-income and ethnic minority patients

Use of Patient Navigators Improves Cancer Screening Rates

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Navigators particularly helpful for low-income and ethnic minority patients
Advanced practice clinicians and physicians order low-value health services with similar frequency

APCs, Doctors Order Low-Value Services With Similar Frequency

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Similar frequency for antibiotics, CT and MRI, radiography, and referrals
Composite and specific phytoestrogen supplementation is associated with reductions in the frequency of hot flashes and vaginal dryness

Phytoestrogen Supplementation Improves Menopause Symptoms

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Review shows modest reductions in frequency of hot flashes and vaginal dryness, but not night sweats