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There are no disease-modifying pharmacotherapies for COPD. That is, although bronchodilators, anticholinergic agents, and inhaled corticosteroids improve FEV1 and reduce symptoms, decline in pulmonary function continues unabated and lung function returns promptly to pretreatment status once medication is stopped.
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Whereas its potential benefits remain uncertain, prostate-specific antigen (PSA) screening may be associated with psychological harms. There has been a recent update to the screening guidelines by the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF).
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A very large prospective study found no evidence that nuts, corn, popcorn, or seeds increased diverticular disease or its complications.
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A randomized controlled trial of newly diagnosed type 2 diabetic patients not on insulin showed an increased depression score in those performing home glucose monitoring and no improvement in glycemic control.
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A short-acting dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker with a rapid onset of action has been approved for intravenous use to reduce blood pressure.
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The established causal relationship between endothelial dysfunction and erectile dysfunction (ED) provides mechanistic insight into an obesity-sexual health linkage.
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The ECG shown was interpreted as showing sinus rhythm with blocked premature atrial contractions (PACs) as the reason for the slow rate.
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Guidelines for prediabetes from The American College of Endocrinology; statins for the prevention of dementia? Possible help for women suffering from sexual side effects while on antidepressants; government incentives for electronic prescribing; FDA Actions.
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Over a 5-year period, 16% of elderly people developed mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and had double the risk of developing Alzheimer's disease (AD) than normals; however, 30% with MCI reverted to normal.
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Women who do not take supplemental calcium frequently need more education, and state they would be positively influenced by their physician's recommendations.
