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Although regular aspirin use reduces the risk for colorectal adenoma formation as shown in previous randomized-controlled trials, the protective effect now seems to be greatest at substantially higher doses (> 14 standard tablets/week) than currently recommended for cardiovascular prophylaxis.
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B-type natriuretic peptide (BNP) is a biomarker released by cardiac ventricular myocytes. Its usefulness is mainly in the emergency room for the evaluation of acute dyspnea, to evaluate for cardiac failure. BNP may have usefulness as a screening test for preclinical heart disease, for risk stratification and for guidance with therapy.
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Getting a good night's sleep. Altern Med Alert 2004;7(Suppl 11):S1-S2.
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Johnston BC, Vohra S. Probiotics for GI disorders and antibiotic-associated diarrhea in children. Altern Med Alert 2004;7(11):124-128.
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Schiff E. Acupuncture for the treatment of insomnia. Altern Med Alert 2004;7(11):121-124.
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Exemestane after Tamoxifen Therapy in Breast Cancer; An Analysis of How Long Patients Remain on Various BP Therapies; Endothelial Dysfunction with Insulin Resistance and CWT in Hypertension
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A clinical prediction rule helps identify patients with knee pain who might benefit from orthopedic surgery.
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Diets low in red meat and fish and high in vegetables and low-fat dairy products are associated with a decrease in the incidence of gout.
