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Pomegranate packs a powerful punch

Sherril Sego, FNP-C, DNP March 01, 2010

The juice of the pomegranate provides abundant antioxidants and has potential as an anticarcinogenic and anti-inflammatory.

What lies behind the  vitamin D revolution?

Ronald L. Hoffman, MD March 01, 2010

Once known primarily for maintaining bone strength, vitamin D is now thought to contribute to prevention of colon, prostate, and breast cancers.

Grape seed beneficial in fight against cancer and heart disease

Sherril Sego, MSN, FNP. January 29, 2010

Considering the health benefits of drinking red wine, it's not surprising to learn that grape seeds may contain significant levels of antioxidants.

Reining in a cowboy's uncontrollable vomiting

Ronald P. Spark, MD January 22, 2010

"If this cowboy were a cowgirl, I'd say he had morning sickness," Dr. K, the patient's primary-care physician, said. "He's a tough 22-year-old and so stoic I honestly didn't appreciate that the vomiting was going to be a big deal.

Who takes the blame for a delayed diagnosis?

Ann W. Latner, JD January 19, 2010

With no documentation to refer to, the clinician comes under scrutiny.

When to suspect lung cancer, and what to do

Mary C. Van Buskirk, MSN, ACNP, CCRN January 14, 2010

If a patient smokes and reports a cough and weight loss, don't take any chances: Order an x-ray. And there are other symptoms to watch for, too.

Bankruptcy helps beat lawsuit

Davis S. Starr, MD, JD January 14, 2010

Few options remained for this family clinician when he realized he missed a case of lung cancer.

Pulmonary disease masquerading as lung cancer

Banu Symington, MD January 13, 2010

The pathologist identified the enlarging nodule as "undifferentiated malignancy," but the author insisted on a repeat biopsy.

Lung cancer mistaken as influenza

David S. Starr, MD, JD January 13, 2010

Relying only on her notes, a clinician was able to explain why a chest x-ray was not ordered sooner.

Timing was everything in this case

David S. Starr, MD, JD January 12, 2010

Plaintiff lawyers argue to extend the state statute of limitations, based on alleged concealment of abnormal test results.

Vitamin D important for more than bone density

Sherril Sego, MSN, FNP January 04, 2010

An estimated 50% of colon cancers and 30% of breast cancers could be prevented with adequate levels of vitamin D.

Can you identify these similar scalp nodules?

Deborah J. Yang, MD December 01, 2009

Two women present with growing scalp nodules. One patient reported recent unintentional weight loss.

Errors lead to undiagnosed melanoma

By Ann W. Latner, JD November 16, 2009

After referring his patient to a dermatologist to have a mole looked at, the clinician considered the case resolved. Not so fast.

Colorectal cancer rising in younger patients

August 12, 2009

Colorectal cancer (CRC) rates have dropped steadily for more than a decade, but younger patients are bucking the trend.

Whose job is it to break bad news?

By Ann W. Latner, JD July 07, 2009

A patient is left in the dark when a state-mandated chest x-ray discloses a cancerous lung lesion.

Low literacy hinders prostate cancer discussions

June 12, 2009

Earlier colorectal cancer screening for African Americans advised

May 15, 2009

African American patients should begin screening for colorectal cancer at age 45 years rather than age 50.

Six melanoma risk factors identified

May 15, 2009

New factors have been identified that could increase risk of melanoma.

Post-hormone therapy breast cancer risk

May 15, 2009

How long does the risk of breast cancer remain elevated after a woman stops hormone therapy?

Prevention of prostate cancer

April 17, 2009

Men with no signs of prostate cancer should talk to their provider about taking a 5a-reductase inhibitor (5-ARI) for seven years to ward off the disease.

Risk of prostate or other cancers in men unaffected by selenium or vitamin E

Brian S. Alper, MD, MSPH April 10, 2009

Neither selenium nor vitamin E, alone or in combination, reduced the risk of prostate cancer or other cancers in men.

Low risk of colorectal cancer five years after negative screening

Brian S. Alper, MD, MSPH April 10, 2009

The risk of colorectal neoplasia is low five years after negative screening.

Colorectal cancer misdiagnosed as hemorrhoids

Ann W. Latner, JD March 30, 2009

A new mother presents with common postpartum symptoms. When should clinicians start considering more remote possibilities?

Antibiotics before prostate biopsy questioned

March 20, 2009

New findings raise questions about the practice of prescribing antibiotics to men prior to prostate biopsy if they have newly elevated PSA levels and a normal digital rectal examination.

Flu shot creates opportunity for colorectal screening

March 17, 2009

If one group of practitioners has its way, clinicians may find themselves handing out colorectal cancer screening kits along with immunizations next flu season.

Why do digital rectal exams?

March 16, 2009

CT colonography identified 90% of asymptomatic adults with polyps >10 mm

Brian S. Alper, MD, MSPH March 13, 2009

The links between oral and systemic health

Jeffrey Astroth, DDS, MSPH February 26, 2009

While research into specific cause-and-effect relationships continues, there are still plenty of reasons to encourage patients to take care of their mouth.