Invermectin lotion eliminates head lice with 1 application
December 1st 2012Topical ivermectin provided a good degree of cure in patients with head lice infection with 1 simple and easy-to-use application, according to a study published in the November 1 issue of the New England Journal of Medicine.
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Early therapy with basal insulin does not reduce cardiovascular outcomes in dysglycemic patients
December 1st 2012Early initiation of basal insulin did not impact cardiovascular outcomes compared to standard management of glucose in patients with type 2 diabetes or elevated fasting glucose with cardiovascular risk factors.
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Social value of statins merits actions to broaden treatment, improve adherence, study finds
December 1st 2012New evidence suggests that statins generate large survival and health benefits at the population level and shows that the social value of the survival gains are large and go predominantly to consumers, according to a study published in a recent issue of Health Affairs.
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Study: Similar safety, efficacy with dabigatran versus warfarin in diabetic patients with Afib
November 29th 2012Patients with nonvalvular atrial fibrillation (NVAF) who also have diabetes experienced similar safety and efficacy with dabigatran etexilate mesylate (Pradaxa) 150 mg or dabigatran 110 mg relative to warfarin, in comparison to patients without diabetes who have NVAF, according to data presented at American Heart Association's Scientific Sessions 2012.
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No big surprises in ACA insurance regulations
November 26th 2012The Obama administration moved ahead to implement provisions in the healthcare law that would make it illegal for insurance companies to deny coverage for those with pre-existing conditions. Other provisions of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) also would make it easier for consumers to compare health plans and easier for employers to promote and encourage employee wellness.
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