Weight Loss Predicts Mortality in Rheumatoid Arthritis
Highest risk seen with high annual weight loss rate, low BMI in previously obese
Coronary Artery Disease Ups Risk of Bowel Bleeds With NSAIDs
Co-use of thienopyridine and prior use of rebamipide also up risk
FDA Strengthens Heart Attack, Stroke Warning for NSAIDs
Aspirin not included in alert
HIV-Infected Patients Frequently Have Chronic Pain
Patients with moderate-severe chronic pain more likely to take antidepressants, prescription opioids
Researchers ID Patients More Prone to Long-Term Opioid Use
People with a history of smoking or abusing drugs at highest risk of long-term use
Adolescent Lifestyle Not Strongly Tied to Later Muscular Pain
Smoking, alcohol use, overweight/obesity weakly tied to later pain
Despite Risk to Patients, Health Providers Often Work While Sick
Main reason is not wanting to let colleagues, patients down
Prescription Drug Monitoring Programs Offer Multiple Benefits
Info in PDMP used to change clinical decisions, guide opioid prescribing, facilitate communication
June 2015 Briefing – Pain Management
Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in Pain Management for June 2015. This roundup includes the...
Public Opinion Sought on New Licensure for Assistant Physicians
Missouri State Board of Registration for the Healing Arts seeking public opinion prior to filing rules
