ArticleWhat is the optimal frequency for dental checkups for children and adults?Author:Connie Kraus, PharmDPublish date: November 1, 2017EVIDENCE-BASED ANSWER: It is unclear, but studies suggest that it should be based largely on individual risk. The American Academy of Pediatric Den...Read More
ArticleAre oral emergency contraceptives a safe & effective form of long-term birth control?Author:Connie Kraus, PharmDPublish date: October 2, 2017EVIDENCE-BASED ANSWER: Yes, but not as effective as some other methods. Annual pregnancy rates in women using pericoital levonorgestrel 150 mcg to ...Read More
ArticleHow effective are opioids for chronic low back pain?Author:Connie Kraus, PharmDPublish date: September 1, 2015EVIDENCE-BASED ANSWER: Short-term (<4 months) treatment with opioids provides modest relief of chronic low back pain, but only minimal improveme...Read More
