Eprotirome Further Reduces Cholesterol Levels in Statin-Treated Patients
The thyroid hormone analog further reduced total- and LDL-cholesterol levels, as well as triglycerides, without any adverse effects. Commonly observed side effects of past thyroid hormone mimetics have included a rapid heart rate or atrial dysrhythmias, but these were not reported with eprotirome.
Heartwire
Immunizing Children and Teenagers May Protect Entire Community From Influenza
Study opens up possibility of new strategy in "herd immunity."
Medscape Medical News
Medicare Cuts? Bah! No Need to Panic
A 21.2% Medicare reimbursement cut would be disastrous, but this practice management expert believes it won't happen because of the catastrophic fallout.
Medscape Business of Medicine
Combination Treatment With Phenelzine and CBT Superior to Monotherapy for Social Anxiety Disorder
Combination therapy with cognitive behavioral group therapy and phenelzine sulfate is more effective than either treatment alone and may improve response rates in patients with social anxiety disorder.
Medscape Medical News
Emergency Steps for Your Practice if Medicare Cuts Take Effect
If the 21.2% cut to Medicare reimbursement takes effect, many doctors will have trouble covering overhead and staying in practice. Practice management experts give advice on how to survive.
Medscape Business of Medicine