Science Based Medicine

JANUARY 14, 2024

The latest report from the American Academy of Pediatrics is filled with misinformation and missing key articles that support the well-researched conclusion that there is no legitimate evidence of negative health effects of glyphosate. The post A good journal breaks bad: AAP spreads misinformation about glyphosate first appeared on Science-Based Medicine.

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Stop and Think

JANUARY 14, 2024

Since Andrew Foy and I wrote our Case Against Coronary Artery Scans in an academic journal, the test has only increased in popularity. Grin. The imaging test measures the amount of calcium in the coronary arteries. It’s not covered by health insurers, but smart businesspeople have placed the cost at a manageable $100—which is only a fraction of what you’d be billed for a medical grade CT scan.

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Academics Outcomes Wellness 122

Life in the Fast Lane

JANUARY 14, 2024

Oliver Flower Paediatric stroke Stuart Browne is a Neuro Rehabilitation specialist from Sydney. He discusses what “severe disability” really means.

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Stroke Pediatrics Resuscitation 111

ACEP Now

JANUARY 14, 2024

Many common presentations to the emergency department (ED) are related to drug interactions that are commonly missed and largely preventable. 1-3 We may be unaware of potentially dangerous drug interactions when we order and prescribe medications in the ED. The resulting morbidity and mortality is significant. 4-6 Delirium, syncope, and falls are three presentations that should trigger a careful medication history and search for potential drug interactions. 7 Clinical criteria validated to ident

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Psychiatric Emergency Department Hospitals EMS 52

Pediatric Education

JANUARY 14, 2024

Patient Presentation A 5-year-old male came to clinic for his health supervision visit. His mother had no concerns and he had just started kindergarten. Both agreed that he had transitioned well to the new school setting. The pertinent physical exam showed a smiling boy with normal vital signs and growth parameters were 75-90%. His examination was normal and the diagnosis of a healthy male was made.

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