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Modeling study finds benefit in personalized mammogram schedules
Personalized mammography schedules based on women's individual risk factors could be more beneficial and cost-effective than generalized recommendations, according to a new modeling study.
Non-aspirin NSAIDs associated with risk for atrial fibrillation or flutter, study finds
Nonselective nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and selective cyclooxygenase (COX)-2 inhibitors may be associated with increased risk for atrial fibrillation or flutter, according to a new study.
MKSAP Quiz: treating coronary artery disease
A 52-year-old man is evaluated regarding treatment of his coronary artery disease. He had a myocardial infarction 8 years ago and was treated with a coronary stent placed in his right coronary artery. One month ago, he noted worsening of his exertional angina. What is the most appropriate treatment for this patient?
E-prescriptions may be vulnerable to error, study finds
About 10% of electronically generated prescriptions in a recent study included at least one error, and one-third of these mistakes had potential for harm.
Nesiritide not effective for acute heart failure, study finds
Nesiritide is not an effective treatment for acute decompensated heart failure, according to a new controlled trial.
Outpatient pulmonary embolism treatment not inferior to inpatient management, study finds
Outpatient care for pulmonary embolism (PE) can safely and effectively be used in place of inpatient care in patients with low risk of death, according to a new study.
Executive Vice President's annual report and video message now online
The 2010-2011 Report of the Executive Vice President has been mailed with the July/August issue of ACP Internist and is now available on ACP's website.
ACP urges White House, congressional leaders to agree on debt ceiling
Last Thursday, the College sent a letter to President Obama, Vice President Biden and congressional leaders urging them to reach a debt ceiling agreement in time to avert disruption of care for Medicare and Medicaid patients.
Global health course featuring ACP leadership and policy in Italy this summer
ACP members are invited to participate in the European Genetics Foundation's (EGF) summer course in Comparative Health: The Reforms of the Health Care Systems in a Globalized World, co-directed by ACP's associate executive vice president John Tooker, MACP, MBA.
Vote for your favorite entry
ACP InternistWeekly's cartoon caption contest continues. Readers can vote for their favorite captions to determine the winner.