Ariel K. Smits, MD, MPH

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Do allergy shots help seasonal allergies more than antihistamines and nasal steroids?

Author:: Ariel K. Smits, MD, MPH

Publish date: October 1, 2006

EVIDENCE-BASED ANSWER: Multiple randomized controlled trials (RCTs) demonstrate the effectiveness of both allergen immunotherapy and antihistamines...

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What are the risks to the fetus associated with diagnostic radiation exposure during pregnancy?

Author:: Ariel K. Smits, MD, MPH

Publish date: May 1, 2006

EVIDENCE-BASED ANSWER: There is no evidence of significant risk to the developing fetus from any single diagnostic x-ray exposure (strength of reco...