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Interaction between proton-pump inhibitors, clopidogrel clinically unimportant
The interaction between proton-pump inhibitors and clopidogrel is clinically unimportant, researchers found.
Young women hit, and hurt by, urinary incontinence
Urinary incontinence affects young, nulligravid women and significantly impacts their psychological well-being, a recent survey found.
MKSAP Quiz: preoperative evaluation prior to a hysterectomy
This week's quiz asks readers to evaluate a 37-year-old woman prior to a hysterectomy for worsening menstrual bleeding.
Many more elderly people could benefit from drugs to prevent heart disease
Preventive treatments for cardiovascular disease may be underutilized in older patients. Although age and gender inequalities are known to exist for secondary prevention of cardiovascular disease, whether this pertains to interventions focused toward preventing heart disease is less clear.
Cranberry may help prevent UTIs
Cranberry-containing products appeared to reduce urinary tract infections (UTIs) in susceptible populations, a new meta-analysis found.
Diet may improve vasomotor symptoms in postmenopausal women
Eating a healthy diet may help improve vasomotor symptoms in postmenopausal women, according to a new study.
Troponin and other diagnostic tests recalled
A number of cardiovascular diagnostic tests are being recalled for possible inaccuracy of their results, the FDA announced last week.
Deadline approaching for Comprehensive Primary Care initiative applications
Physician practices have only a few days left to submit applications for CMS's new Comprehensive Primary Care initiative.
Former ACP Japan Chapter Governor led Fukushima nuclear investigation commission
Former ACP Japan Chapter Governor Kiyoshi Kurokawa, MD, MACP, recently chaired the Fukushima Nuclear Accident Independent Investigation Commission, which was charged with investigating the Fukushima nuclear disaster and was commissioned by the National Parliament of Japan.
Attend a chapter meeting
Clinicians can enhance their clinical skills and knowledge and network with colleagues at local ACP chapter meetings.
Put words in our mouth
ACP InternistWeekly wants readers to create captions for our new cartoon and help choose the winner. Pen the winning caption and win a $50 gift certificate good toward any ACP product, program or service.