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ClinTalk
Streptococcal
pharyngitis Guidelines back the withholding of antibiotics.
An interview with Kevin R. Forward,
MD
Update
HIV/AIDS
New high-risk populations emerge as the virus continues to spread.
By Alexandra de Pokomandy, MDCM
Checklist
Hemochromatosis
Iron overload demands genetic testing.
Casebook
Psoriatic
arthritis Biologic agents prove successful, even in stubborn
cases.
News from the Net
Blue-green
algae -- these microscopic organisms can produce potent
toxins.
DIAGNOSTIC CHALLENGE
A
swollen belly Spiking fevers and weight loss are cause
for concern.
Cultural Medicine
Farm workers Country life has
its own set of singular hazards.
Perspectives on
pain
Medical marijuana New insights
into dealing with a drug that's been demonized and glorified for
years.
Exchanges in
The clinical management of obesity
-- part 1 of 3 Recognizing corpulence as a chronic disease.
By Arya Sharma, MD
Distribution of this series is funded
by an educational grant from Allergan Inc.
Code red
Necrotizing fasciitis Speed is
critical to saving life and limb.
Case Conundrums
Acute myeloid leukemia Treatment
is especialy difficult in people over 60.
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Parkhurst correspondence
34 answers to
your clinical questions Our specialists answer queries on
the link between depression and Alzheimer's disease, immunization
for rabies, treatment of post-herpetic pain, and more…
Question of the month MRSA: what
to do once back at home
This month's dermatology highlight
Is acne Tx proactive?
Question authority Got an intriguing
medical question? Ask our panel of experts for advice.
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our bilingual section!
columns
Heartbeat
Troponin Strengths and limitations
of this important biomarker.
Geriatrics
When flu breaks out Being prepared
in long-term care facilities.
Food for thought
Antioxidant woes Eat your fruits
and veggies -- there's no substitute for the real thing.
Pediatrics
Insect bites Keep the swelling
in perspective.
Mind matters
Why psychotherapy works Interaction
with the clinician plays a major role in emotional healing.
Skin Sense
Impetigo Try to contain this
contagious infection.
Tales from the
heart
New Age meets modern medicine
The Buddha's noble truths help to navigate the waters of a difficult
doctor-patient relationship.
Cover photo: Human Papillomavirus ©CAVALLINI
JAMES/BSIP/Alpha Presse
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