Critics say doctors overuse heart stents in patients
Cardiologists warn stents are used aggressively in patients who could benefit from simpler, cheaper therapies. Studies in the New England Journal of Medicine question risks and highlight safety, while concerns over cost and clot prevention drugs prompt calls for restraint and proper use.
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University of Essen
Germany
de Martin Leon
Washington Hospital Center
Oregon Medical Marijuana Law Brings Relief for Patients
In Portland a 48 year old Vietnam Red Cross volunteer says medical cannabis eases arthritis pain and muscle spasms as Oregon implements a voter approved law. Pain relief and fear of arrest ease while state officials set permits and registration by May 1.
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Ultrasound targets prostate cancer in high risk men study
A Radiological Society study led by Dr. Peter Litttrup shows ultrasound guided biopsy improves cancer detection in African American men with PSA elevations. The 2,368 black and 1,090 white participants found cancers in 31 percent and 24 percent respectively, suggesting earlier targeted ultrasound can find cancers at lower PSA levels and save lives.
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Chicago
Radiological Society of North America
Peter Littrup
Harper Hospital
Detroit
Littrup
Littcup
Asthma drug Singulair linked to rare Churg Strauss risk
Merck warns doctors to monitor Singulair patients for Churg Strauss syndrome. Fewer than 20 reports among about 600,000 users worldwide. Warning notes flu like symptoms rash tingling numbness and severe sinusitis with possible lung vessel inflammation. Labeling updated to include caution.
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Washington
Merck & Co
Merck
Public Notice of Parks Meeting in Frederick County Maryland
The Frederick County Bureau of Parks and Recreation will hold a public meeting on December 8 1998 at 6 30 pm in the first floor conference room at Winchester Hall 12 East Patrick Street Frederick Maryland Attendance is open to the public and comments are invited.
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