Spironolactone No Benefit for Knee OA in Older Adults
No improvements seen in symptoms, physical function, or health-related quality of life
Contraindication to Antiplatelet Rx for ~18 Percent With PCI
Six percent of these patients receive antiplatelets; no increased mortality with contraindicated med use
More Evidence That Low-Dose Aspirin Ups Survival in CRC
Most benefit seen for those taking the drug before their cancer diagnosis
15.5 Million Americans Now Surviving Cancer
But better tools needed to support their long-term recovery, researchers say
Triclosan Exposure Affects Microbiome Structure, Diversity
Findings in adult zebrafish, with rapid shifts in structure and diversity with exposure
HSCT No Better Than Chemo in Philadelphia-Negative ALL
For patients ≥40 years, HSCT linked to lower cumulative incidence of remission, worse mortality
Cannabis Use Over the Long Term Can Lead to Gum Disease
Besides gum health, researchers assessed lung function, risk factors for heart disease, diabetes
Short-Term Risk of Arrhythmia Up With New ADHD Rx
Researchers find slightly higher chance of irregular heartbeat shortly after starting methylphenidate
May 2016 Briefing – Pharmacy
Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in Pharmacy for May 2016. This roundup includes the latest...
Vigilance Urged for Heparin-Induced Thrombocytopenia
Heparin should be terminated on suspicion of HIT; alternative anticoagulants recommended
