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High-dose opioid prescribing linked to heroin use risk among U.S. veterans
SAN DIEGO – High-dose opioid prescribing is associated with an increased risk of heroin use among U.S. veterans, an observational study showed.
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NIH launches HEAL Initiative to combat opioid crisis
HEAL will expand Advancing Clinical Trials in Neonatal Opioid Withdrawal Syndrome (ACT NOW), a pilot study that will assess the prevalence of...
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Opioids still overprescribed for postop pain management
Excessive opioid prescriptions can lead to waste and misuse.
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VIDEO: Pills alone not the answer for pain management
SANDESTIN, FLA. – A variety of approaches to pain management is absolutely crucial in the area of opioid abuse.
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Multiple analgesia options for kids with acute pain
TORONTO – When analgesia is indicated, clinicians can choose from a variety of agents in the postcodeine era.
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SHM and Neurohospitalist Society partner on new program for stroke patients
The partnership intends to help assure continuous quality in the care of stroke patients with large vessel occlusion.
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Beware nonopiate meds with high street value
NEW ORLEANS – Use these safeguards when prescribing gabapentin and other high-abuse-potential drugs.
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Nonopioids as effective as opioids in reducing acute pain in the ED
Clinical question: What is the most effective analgesic combination, opioid vs. nonopioid, for treating acute extremity pain in...
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Common infections are potent risk factor for MI, stroke
ORLANDO – Huge U.K. registry identifies a novel cardiovascular risk factor: hospitalization for UTI or respiratory infection.
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New guidance for inpatient opioid prescribing
The SHM consensus statement advocates the lowest effective dose for the shortest duration possible.