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Repurposing With a Purpose
Researchers look to repurpose and reposition drugs to reduce the rate of infectious diseases contracted by patients with HIV/...
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Testicular Pain Leads to a Rare Diagnosis
Clinicians piece together patient symptoms with other clues to reveal an unexpected diagnosis.
News
Autism Spectrum Disorders Are on the Rise
Rates of autism spectrum disorder prevalence increased an astronomical percentage in just 4 years.
Sponsored Supplement
A First-Line Treatment Option for Adults with Spasticity or Cervical Dystonia
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VA Care Matches—or Bests—Non-VA Care
Amid public and congressional discussion about VA care quality, a RAND survey should help allay some concerns....
Government and Regulations
Veterans Can Now Access Medical Images and Reports Online
VA goes paperless and turns to HealtheVet for veterans to request health records and reports.
Conference Coverage
Study pinpoints skin cancer risk factors after hematopoietic cell transplant
CHICAGO – Fitzpatrick skin types I and II boost risk 7- to 9-fold.
Case Report
Vitreous Hemorrhage in the Setting of a Vascular Loop
Although uncommon, vascular loops should be kept in the differential diagnosis of vitreous hemorrhage, and patients should seek care if...
Article
Epstein-Barr ‘Switches On” Autoimmune Genes
New research suggests an Epstein-Barr virus protein can ignite risk genes for autoimmune diseases.
Article
Predicting Platinum Efficacy
Can certain prognostic biomarkers predict treatment efficacy in patients receiving platinum-based chemotherapy for metastatic triple...
Original Research
Effect of High-Dose Ergocalciferol on Rate of Falls in a Community-Dwelling, Home-Based Primary Care Veteran Population: A Case-Crossover Study
There was no difference identified in the rate of falls immediately prior to and following initiation of ergocalciferol 50,000 IU self-...
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More Smoke-Free Campuses, Not Enough Screening and Counseling
CDC data highlight the lack of mental health care options for tobacco users.
News
Hepatitis A Outbreak in a Childcare Facility
An Irish childcare facility was surprised by an outbreak that infected several children and adults and cost more than $53,000 to contain.
Commentary
The VA Cannot Be Privatized
Pilot Program
Using Simulation to Enhance Care of Older Veterans
A simulation program for staff at a long-term care facility helped increase their awareness of patient diffculties in performing the activities of...
News
The IHS Helps Youth Transition Safely Back to the Community
American Indian and Alaska Native adolescents who battled substance abuse are now getting the aftercare they need....
Pilot Program
Workforce Assessment of VA Home-Based Primary Care Pharmacists
Many clinical pharmacy specialists use global scopes of practice that allow more autonomy to provide direct patient care.
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