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New Physical Activity Guidelines A Call to Activity for Clinicians and Patients

Author/s: Thompson, Paul D., Eijsvogels, Thijs M. H.

These guidelines update those presented in 2008 and expand the medical conditions for which physical activity is likely beneficial. The final recommendations are based on a systematic literature review by a committee of exercise and health experts and include only those recommendations judged to...

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physical activity lifestyle behaviors

Incidental Pulmonary Nodules Detected on CT Images

Author/s: Anderson, Irsk J., Davis, Andrew M.

Summary of the Clinical Problem

An incidental lung nodule on CT scan can create uncertainty for clinicians and anxiety for patients and families, given that lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer mortality in the United States. Incidental lung nodules are not uncommon. A systematic...

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pulmonary nodules ct scan

Effectiveness of brief alcohol interventions in primary care populations

Author/s: Kaner, EFS, Beyer, FR, Muirhead, C, Campbell, F, Pienaar, ED, Bertholet, N, Daeppen, JB, Saunders, JB, Burnand, B

Background

Excessive drinking is a significant cause of mortality, morbidity and social problems in many countries. Brief interventions aim to reduce alcohol consumption and related harm in hazardous and harmful drinkers who are not actively seeking help for alcohol problems....

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alcohol use interventions therapy

Efficacy, Effectiveness, and Safety of Herpes Zoster Vaccines in Adults Aged 50 and Older: Systematic Review and Network Meta-Analysis

Author/s: Tricco, Andrea C., Zarin, Wasifa, Cardoso, Roberta, Veroniki, Areti-Angeliki, Khan, Paul A., Nincic, Vera, Ghassemi, Marco, Warren, Rachel, Sharpe, Jane P., Page, Andrea V., Straus, Sharon E.

OBJECTIVE:

To compare the efficacy, effectiveness, and safety of the herpes zoster live attenuated vaccine with the herpes zoster adjuvant recombinant subunit vaccine or placebo for adults aged 50 and older.

DESIGN:

Systematic review with bayesian meta-analysis and network...

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herpes herpes zoster vaccine herpes vaccine

Plantar Fasciitis: A Concise Review

Author/s: Schwartz, Emily N., Su, John

ABSTRACT

One challenge in the treatment of plantar fasciitis is that very few high-quality studies exist comparing different treatment modalities to guide evidence-based management. Current literature suggests a change to the way that plantar fasciitis is managed. This article reviews the...

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plantar fasciitis diagnosis risk factors

Stroke Prevention in Patients With Atrial Fibrillation: A Systematic Review Update

Author/s: Sanders, D. Gillian, Lowenstern, Angela, Borre, Ethan, Chatterjee, Ranee, Goode, Adam, Sharan, Lauren, Allen LaPointe, Nancy M., Raitz, Giselle, Shah, Bimal, Yapa, Roshini, Davis, J. Kelly, Lallinger, Kathryn, Schmidt, Robyn, Kosinski, Andrzej, Al-Khatib, Sana

Purpose of Review

To update a previous review in patients with atrial fibrillation/atrial flutter (AF) to determine the best assessment tools for predicting risk of stroke and bleeding, as well as the best treatment options to prevent stroke. Current treatments include new antithrombotic...

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stroke atrial fibrillation atrial flutter

Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority: Rules, Risks, and Strategies

Author/s: Bates, Tom

Overview

  • State Question 788
  • Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority
  • Emergency Rules Approved
  • Food Safety Standards Board
  • Contact Information
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cannabis medical marijuana

Don't Get Burned! Legal Issues Associated with Medical Marijuana

Author/s: Loomis, Cori H.

In Conclusion

  • Evaluate carefully whether recommending medical marijuana is something you want to do and the risks and requirements associated with it.
  • Prepare and use appropriate informed consent forms and treatment agreements.
  • Notify your medical...
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cannabis medical marijuana legal issues

Blazing the Trail in Colorado Marijuana and Public Health

Outline

  • Medical Marijuana
    • History
    • Registry
    • Conditions
    • Research
  • Recreational Marijuana
    • Public Health
    • Health Effects
    • Surveillance Findings
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cannabis medical marijuana recreational marijuana public health

Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority: The Nuts & Bolts Physicians Need to Provide a Recommendation

Author/s: Heater, Buffy

Overview

  • Provide a brief history and the current status of the program
  • Provide an overview of the regulatory framework regarding physicians
  • Described the physician recommendation and patient application processes
  • Questions and Answers...
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cannabis medical marijuana

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