Travel Medicine Advisor Archives – January 1, 2007

January 1, 2007

• Fever, Rash, and Severe Arthralgias in Travelers Returning from India

  A 56-year-old man, originally from india and with a history of hypertension, had developed bilateral red, swollen ankles while on a recent trip to Bangalore. Five days later, the patient developed severe fever and shaking chills that resolved within 48 hrs.

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• Update on Guillain-Barré Syndrome and Menactra® Meningococcal Conjugate Vaccine

  In October of 2005, the first reports of 5 cases and the possible association of Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) and recipients of Menactra® Meningococcal Conjugate Vaccine (MCV4) were reported.

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• Pharmacology Watch: Study: Long-Term Use of Clopidogrel for DES Patients

  Drug Labels A Prescription for Misunderstanding?; Osteonecrosis of the Jaw New Side-Effect to Bisphosphate Use; Beta-Blockers and Depression Unlinked?; FDA Actions

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