Vitamin D supplementation does not improve functional outcomes in postmenopausal women
Vitamin D deficiency is especially prevalent in postmenopausal women, and recommendations from current guidelines are inconsistent regarding vitamin D use.
Diagnosis & Disease Information
Laser therapy for onychomycosis of the toenails
What is the mechanism of action for laser treatment for onychomycosis of the toenails?
Ethical concerns with IUDs
For women who are pro-life advocates, copper IUD devices that prevent fertilization may be an acceptable alternative.
Pap smears, HPV, and screening for cervical cancer
Confusion surrounds the current screening recommendations and guidelines.
Enlarging brown spots: a misdiagnosed solar lentigo?
This patient presented for the evaluation of enlarging brown spots.
False-positive mammograms and breast cancer risk
False-positive results on a screening mammogram are associated with a greater risk of developing breast cancer in the 10 years following the result.
Pap smear testing in a patient who is obese
Correctly position your patient to ensure a proper Pap smear.
Cold and cough symptom relief
Safe and effective over-the-counter and herbal treatments are available for patients with viral upper respiratory infections.
Guidelines for hematologic malignancies in pregnancy
New guidelines have been developed for the diagnosis and treatment of hematologic malignancies during pregnancy.
Stat Consult: Influenza in children
Learn how to diagnose and treat influenza in children.
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