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In this prospective study of older ICU patients (mean age, 67 years), frailty as assessed by a simple scale was present in one-third and was strongly associated with increased risk of adverse events, morbidity, and mortality.
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The risk of developing atrial fibrillation is increased by the use of oral or intravenous bisphosphonates, but the risk is relatively greater when the drug is given intravenously.
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After caring for patients with Clostridium difficile infection, nearly 25% of health care workers were found to have hand contamination with C. difficile spores.
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The first oxaborole antifungal has been approved for the treatment of fungal toenail infection. Tavaborole is a topical solution that is applied daily to the infected nail. It is marketed by Anacor Pharmaceuticals as Kerydin¢â
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O'Mathuna DP. Human growth hormone and athletic performance. Part 1: Effect on strength and muscle mass. Altern Med Alert 2002;5:65-68.
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Ring M, Alschuler M. Red clover for the treatment of menopausal symptoms and hyperlipidemia. Altern Med Alert 2002;5:68-71.
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Cirigliano M. Deer velvet antler for enhancing sexual function and athletic performance. Altern Med Alert 2002;5:71-75.
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