Latest Articles
- How new technology is changing mammography and breast cancer management
Improved detection now allows a tailored approach to abnormal findings.
- Where to draw the line using statins: Lessons from 4S to AFCAPS/TexCAPS
For patients at low risk, a treatment that is beneficial statistically may not be practical or economical. But how should this question be decided? And who should decide?
- In preventive cardiology there is no ‘One True Thing’
In preventing coronary artery disease, the only approach that works is multifactorial, focusing on permanent changes in diet, exercise, and stress management.
Should everyone over age 75 take a multivitamin?Many—perhaps most—seniors are at risk of malnutrition, but age should not be the sole criterion.
- Brain metastases: Presentation, evaluation, and management
Prompt diagnosis and treatment can prolong the patient’s life and improve the quality of his or her remaining days.
Are strict vegetarians at risk of vitamin B12 deficiency?Patients who avoid or limit animal products in their diets should be encouraged to take vitamin B12 supplements or eat fortified foods.
- Is God good for your health? The role of spirituality in medical care
Many studies found that religious belief and practice have a positive effect on physical and mental health. Physicians should try to understand and respect their patients’ beliefs.
- Antiviral agents for treating influenza
We now have four antiviral drugs for treating influenza. Who should receive them? Which one to use?
