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Low-Quality Evidence for Methylphenidate in ADHD
Review highlights need for long-term, large, better-quality randomized trials
Cost of Private Rooms Less Than That Associated With Infections
Increased cost of building them is offset by decreases in additional medical care, research shows
Dermatologic Drug Prices Up Substantially From 2009
Findings for brand-name meds; generics also increased substantially from 2011 to 2014
C. Difficile Infection Tied to Higher Risk of Post-Op Mortality
Postoperative complications also increased in this patient population
Breastfeeding May Reduce Risk of T2DM for Women With GDM
Findings for women with previously diagnosed gestational diabetes
CBT, Exercise Show Benefit in Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Benefits of cognitive behavioral therapy, graded exercise can last more than two years
Crib Bumpers Tied to Increasing Number of Infant Fatalities
Researchers strongly suggest banning the crib accessories
Confusion Surrounding Osteoarthritis in Primary Care
Themes of complexity, dissonance, prioritization identified in video analysis of 19 OA consultations
Instrument Assesses Competency in Detecting Melanoma
Skin Cancer Objective Structured Clinical Examination measures students' performance
Universal HCV Opt-Out Screening in Prisons Cost-Effective
Screening could prevent new infections caused by released inmates
