Computerized tests like CNS VS allow clinicians the advantage of precise neurocognitive measurement in the service of diagnosis and appropriate treatment. The Medscape Journal of Medicine
The U.S. government could do far more to force hospitals to prevent infections that kill up to 99,000 people every year, according to a nonpartisan congressional report released on Wednesday. Reuters Health Information
AAHPM/HPNA 2008: Cutting edge research in every domain -- physical, psychosocial, and spiritual -- produced an explosion of evidence at a key meeting for hospice and palliative care professionals. Medscape Nurses
AAHPM/HPNA 2008: Many nurses receive insufficient education about palliative care during basic nursing education. Clinical mentorship is proving to be a valuable way to learn. Medscape Nurses
The FDA has approved revisions to the safety labeling for pamidronate disodium, irbesartan plus hydrochlorothiazide, clarithromycin, doxycycline hyclate, and doxycycline monohydrate. Medscape Medical News
One study documents how Merck hired medical writing companies to conduct reviews or conducted clinical-trial research in-house, then shopped around for an academic author/principal investigator. A second study evaluates mortality reporting in internal documents vs published papers and FDA communications. Heartwire
Healthcare safety is a worldwide concern. This research reinforces the need for a positive safety culture and clear organizational support. Topics in Advanced Practice Nursing eJournal
Dr. Paul Auwaerter discusses the challenges of current evidence when reviewing hospital acquired infection control and surveillance practices. What do you share with your patients who inquire?
Brazil launched a new treatment for malaria on Thursday, marking the latest step in a global programme to make cheap two-in-one pills available to millions at risk for the disease. Reuters Health Information
