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Duloxetine is the first serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) to be approved for the treatment of fibromyalgia.
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There have been no major therapeutic steps added for the management of acute gouty arthritis (AGA) for over 30 years.
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The prevalence [of obesity] in both adults and children is reaching epidemic proportions and has led to a prediction by CDC that the life expectancy in this country would start declining in the next 20 years. In fact, according to CDC, it has already fallen in a couple of states as reported recently in the news media.
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Shingles vaccine added to CDC list of vaccines for adults 60 and older; CDC recommends Tdap for postpartum women; new study suggests sequential therapy with antibiotics for H. pylori may be more effective than standard therapy; FDA Actions.
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Three recent reports yield different conclusions on the effectiveness of MRSA surveillance on the incidence of healthcare associated MRSA infection.
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In this examination of blood C-reactive protein levels and clinical data in 570 patients hospitalized with community-acquired pneumonia, initial CRP levels < 100 mg/L were associated with fewer complications, less use of mechanical ventilation and/or inotropes, and lower 30-day mortality. Whether these findings provide useful information beyond what is apparent on routine clinical assessment remains to be seen.
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Epidural blood patch is an effective treatment for post dural puncture headache.
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Guillain-Barré syndrome remains a common and serious cause of acute neuropathy in the elderly.
