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Mammographic density. Potential mechanisms of breast cancer risk associated with mammographic density: hypotheses based on epidemiological evidence
Mammographic density: Evidence based insights into the biology of breast tissue.
Journal Article, August 21, 2008
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Breastfeeding-Related Maternity Practices at Hospitals and Birth Centers -- United States, 2007
Maternity practices in hospitals/birth centers during intrapartum period affect breastfeeding during a period vital to successful lactation. What describes breastfeeding-related maternity practices?
Journal Article, August 21, 2008
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Does Breast-Feeding Improve Child Cognitive Development?
Dr. George Lundberg discusses how breast-feeding may improve child cognitive development.
Expert Viewpoint, August 21, 2008
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Urinary Incontinence in the Childbearing Woman
This article reviews the types of urinary incontinence with an emphasis on stress incontinence associated with pregnancy and childbirth.
Journal Article, August 20, 2008
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Clinical Importance of HER2 Immunohistologic Heterogeneous Expression in Core-needle Biopsies vs Resection Specimens for Equivocal (immunohistochemical score 2+) Cases
Performing fluorescence in situ hybridization on core-needle biopsies almost completely resolves the issue of heterogeneous expression of HER2.
Journal Article, August 20, 2008
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Nurses Journal Scan, June 2008
Some very interesting topics this month include overweight/obese nurses, prenatal screening, shortage of pediatric nurse educators, new grad orientation, and honey and MRSA.
Expert Viewpoint, August 20, 2008
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Combined Laparoscopic Surgery and Pentoxifylline Therapy for Treatment of Endometriosis-associated Infertility: A Preliminary Trial
Pathogenesis of endometriosis involves the immune system so immunomodulators may be a new treatment. Could laparoscopic surgery and pentoxifylline treat early-stage endometriosis-related subfertility?
Journal Article, August 20, 2008
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False-Positive Oral Fluid Rapid HIV Tests -- New York City, 2005-2008
NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene STD walk-in clinics introduced oral fluid rapid HIV testing in 2005. The results of this testing were monitored. What was observed? What actions were taken?
Journal Article, August 20, 2008
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Older Women and Fresh Assisted Reproduction Treatment - Success Rates and Cost of a Live Birth
Data from this study may be helpful in counseling women age 45 and older who are infertile.
Expert Viewpoint, August 20, 2008
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Association of Environmental Toxicants and Conduct Disorder in U.S. Children: NHANES 2001-2004
Are environmental tobacco smoke and childhood lead exposures considered risk factors for the development of conduct disorder? What is the estimated prevalence of conduct disorder among US children?
Journal Article, August 19, 2008
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Pregnancy, Fertility, and Contraception Risk in the Context of Chronic Disease
Fertility, infertility, and contraceptive challenges faced by individuals living with systemic lupus erythematosus, rheumatoid arthritis, scoliosis, and organ transplant are reviewed.
Journal Article, August 19, 2008
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Online Community Displays the "Intimacy" of Diabetes
Patients with diabetes and their loved ones form special bonds while sharing stories and experiences at the blog, Six Until Me.
Article, August 19, 2008
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Female Adolescents' Perceptions of Male Partners' Pregnancy Desire
How might male partners influence pregnancy desire among female adolescents? What is the female teens' perception of the male partners' feelings about pregnancy? How does this impact pregnancy desire?
Journal Article, August 19, 2008
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P-4-P? How about P-B4-P?
A new twist on a popular new language by Bob Morrow, MD, in his latest video blog for the "Transparent Practice" series.
Expert Viewpoint, August 18, 2008
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Why Should I Report an Adverse Drug Event?
Individual clinicians can play a vital role in detecting potentially serious adverse drug events -- and the safety of our drug supply depends on them.
Expert Viewpoint, August 18, 2008
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Proton-Pump Inhibitors and Bone Fracture Risk: Fact or Fiction?
In his next video blog, Dr. Johnson comments on a recent article in CMAJ further exploring the relation between duration of exposure to PPIs and risk for osteoporosis-related fractures.
Expert Viewpoint, August 15, 2008
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What Is My Legal Obligation if I Allow an Intoxicated Patient to Drive Home?
Can you be sued if you allow an intoxicated patient to drive home from an appointment?
Expert Viewpoint, August 15, 2008
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Are Osteoporosis Risks Being Overlooked?
Missed opportunities for osteoporosis detection and treatment following fractures are common.
Expert Viewpoint, August 15, 2008
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Does Your Patient's Race Affect the Care That You Deliver?
Carolyn Clancy, MD, Director, Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, Rockville, Maryland, describes how to eliminate racial disparities in your practice.
Editorial, August 15, 2008
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A Reader and Author Respond to "Green Healthcare"
A reader and author discuss the benefits of green healthcare practices.
Letter, August 15, 2008
