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Problems with Taste Underestimated in Multiple Sclerosis Patients
A large proportion of patients with multiple sclerosis experience taste deficits.
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Medication Outcomes Improve Via Clinical Pharmacy Priority Score
Scoring can optimize limited resources to target specific patients.
Clinical Pharmacy Priority Score Can Enhance Pharmacist Care Delivery
Ranking patients based on clinical pharmacy priority scoring can improve both medication outcomes and pharmacist-physician relationships.
HIV on the Rise in the South
Pharmacists can also help find HIV assistance programs for patients who need help financially.
New HIV Infections Springing Up in the South
New HIV cases among gay men are more likely to stem from the South than any other region in the United States.
Flu Activity Still Elevated Across US
By the end of March, influenza activity had decreased slightly but was still elevated across the country, according to the US Centers for Disease and Prevention.
New Antibody May Eliminate Some Autoimmune Diseases
Conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis and Crohn’s disease targeted by new antibody-based drug.
Who Reports the Most Pain After Knee Replacement?
After total knee replacement surgery, patients younger than 45 years and those aged 75 years or older seem to report more pain and less activity than their peers.
HIV Progression Slowed by High Dose Vitamin D
Vitamin D supplementation modifies the body's response to HIV infection
Stem Cells May Correct FVIII Deficiency in Hemophilia A
Clotting factor deficiency causing hemophilia A may be reversed using pluripotent stem cells.
Mindfulness Exercises Could Reduce Diabetes Risk
Mindful exercise, eating, and stress-reducing practices could help obese patients reduce their diabetes risk.
High Doses of Vitamin D May Reduce HIV Progression
Vitamin D supplementation may help boost patients' immune responses, especially in winter months.
Serotonin Influences Rheumatoid Arthritis Symptoms
Serotonin or the compounds that activate serotonin receptors could decrease some RA symptoms.
Metformin May Reduce Glaucoma Risk in Diabetics
Metformin use is associated with a reduced risk of glaucoma development among diabetics.
Why Are COPD Patients Afraid to Exercise?
Patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease have reductions in their brains' gray matter related to the processing of dyspnea, fear, and sensitivity to painful stimuli.
Predicting Response to Chemotherapy in Colon Cancer
Biomarkers help predict viable candidates for successful chemotherapy treatment for stage II colon cancer.
Multiple Sclerosis Detection Improved by MRI
Signs of multiple sclerosis may be found via magnetic resonance imaging scanners in the near future.
URTI Self-Diagnosis May Aggravate Antibiotic Misuse
Self-diagnosis of upper respiratory tract infections may be contributing to the rise of antimicrobial resistance.
Stem Cells May Reverse Clotting Factor Deficiency in Hemophilia A
Pluripotent stem cells may lead to potential cure for hemophilia A.
Therapy Improves Management of Von Willebrand's Disease
A median of 2 infusions were required to treat major bleeds without any thrombotic events or severe allergic reactions.
Just 5% Weight Loss Lowers Diabetes Risk in Obese Patients
Obese patients who are able to lose 5% of their bodyweight may lower their risk for type 2 diabetes.
5 Common Causes of Erectile Dysfunction
The risk for erectile dysfunction increases as men age, but the condition isn't inevitable.
Harnessing the Immune System to Fight Colon Cancer
Signaling pathway may be vital in treating colorectal cancer patients.
Colonoscopy Should Not be Primary Colon Cancer Screening Method
New colorectal cancer screening guidelines call for biweekly screenings for adults aged 50 to 74 years for colorectal cancer with FOBT or flexible sigmoidoscopy every 10 years.
Epilepsy Drug Protects Against MS Nerve Damage
Phenytoin may help reduce the symptoms of multiple sclerosis.
Unlocking New Multiple Sclerosis Treatments
Protein regulator may lead to new multiple sclerosis treatments.
4 GERD Myths Pharmacists Can Debunk
Despite how common gastroesophageal reflux disease is among patients, there are a few unfounded beliefs surrounding its symptoms, severity, and treatment.
Erectile Dysfunction Drugs May Inhibit Diabetes Progression
Drugs like Viagra could improve insulin sensitivity and secretion without diminishing fibrinolytic function.
Can Medical Marijuana Improve Symptoms of Rheumatic Disease?
Researchers evaluate impact of medical cannabis on conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, fibromyalgia and osteoarthritis.
Could Viagra Prevent Diabetes Progression?
Erectile dysfunction drugs may improve insulin sensitivity and secretion in patients with prediabetes.