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Paruresis or Shy Bladder Syndrome: An Unknown Urologic Malady?
17 million people in the US suffer from this disorder, why is there so little awareness of the condition?
Journal Article, November 25, 2009
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Psychological Distress as a Barrier to Preventive Healthcare Among US Women
Distressed women may skip routine periodic health checkups, which could be harmful.
Journal Article, November 25, 2009
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Lifestyle Interventions in the Prevention and Treatment of Cancer
Certain lifestyle factors continue to be causally related to certain cancers, and other cancers have lifestyle-based etiologic factors. Lifestyle changes and cancer prevention/treatment are discussed.
Journal Article, November 25, 2009
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Heart Failure in Women: Epidemiology, Biology and Treatment
Women make up a large proportion of the growing heart failure epidemic, yet focused research on heart failure in women is lacking.
Journal Article, November 25, 2009
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Overview of Current Trends in Hysterectomy
Which hysterectomy technique is right for an individual patient? This up-to-date overview may aid in the decision-making process.
Journal Article, November 25, 2009
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Evidence-Based Approaches to Managing Nausea and Vomiting in Early Pregnancy
What's the best way to manage nausea and vomiting in the first trimester? This article provides some evidence-based guidance.
Journal Article, November 24, 2009
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Triggering With Gonadotropin-Releasing Hormone Agonist in Hyperresponders
A commentary on the benefits and risks of triggering ovulation with GnRHa in hyperresponding patients, published October 2009 in Human Reproduction.
Experts And Viewpoints, November 24, 2009
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Birth Weight Effects on Children Mental, Motor, and Physical Development: Evidence From Twins Data
Does low birth weight have a lasting effect on children's mental, motor, and physical development? This study provides some clues.
Journal Article, November 24, 2009
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Associations Among Feeding Behaviors During Infancy and Child Illness at Two Years
This study provides more evidence that breast feeding has lasting health benefits for infants.
Journal Article, November 24, 2009
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When Consumers Get Their Genomes
Direct-to-consumer marketing of genomics services provides patients with new information about their DNA. Are you ready for their questions?
Journal Article, November 24, 2009
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Use of Antidepressants for Management of Hot Flashes
Which antidepressants should be considered first-line for treatment of hot flashes?
Journal Article, November 23, 2009
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Female Sexual Dysfunction: Barriers to Treatment
What are the seven classifications of sexual dysfunction in women?
Journal Article, November 23, 2009
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Unique Malpractice Risks of Ambulatory Surgery Centers
More physicians are setting up ambulatory surgery centers, but there are many malpractice risks that come with having a center. Here is what to watch out for.
Experts And Viewpoints, November 20, 2009
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The Legal Pitfalls in Prescribing Opioids
Should you worry when prescribing opioids that the drugs might end up on the street? How can you protect yourself? Review the legal nuts and bolts of opioid prescribing.
Article, November 18, 2009
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Part 2: The Case of the Emergency Room Physician Who Burned Out: Diagnosing and Treating His Substance Abuse
In part 2 of the new series on the Impaired Physician, substance abuse develops in Dr. X. Is it now time to turn him in?
Clinical Case, November 18, 2009
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Rethinking Screening Mammography
What is the controversy about screening mammograms according to a recently published JAMA study? Dr. Andrew Kaunitz discusses if you should still recommend breast cancer screening in this video blog.
Experts And Viewpoints, November 18, 2009
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Government-Scripted Consent: When Medical Ethics and Law Collide
The recently enacted policy in South Dakota that scripts what a doctor must tell women seeking abortion threatens the informed consent process, according to this opinion piece.
Journal Article, November 18, 2009
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Patient Evaluation of Retail Clinic Care
Patients have spoken: they like the convenience of retail healthcare clinics.
Experts And Viewpoints, November 17, 2009
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Surgical Masks vs N95 Respirators: Research and Practice
A well-designed study examines the efficacy of surgical masks in protecting healthcare workers against influenza. William R. Jarvis, MD, comments in this video blog.
Experts And Viewpoints, November 17, 2009
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5-Hydroxytryptamine Signalling in Irritable Bowel Syndrome With Diarrhoea: Effects of Gender and Menstrual Status
This study evaluated the effects of gender and menstrual status on platelet-depleted plasma (PDP) 5-HT concentration in IBS patients, with diarrheal patients compared with healthy volunteers.
Journal Article, November 17, 2009
