RESEARCH

A cluster randomized controlled Trial to Evaluate an Ambulatory primary care Management program for patients with dyslipidemia: the TEAM study
Julie Villeneuve PhD, Jacques Genest MD, Lucie Blais PhD and colleagues
March 8, 2010

A cluster randomized controlled Trial to Evaluate an Ambulatory primary care Management program for patients with dyslipidemia: the TEAM studyPatients who got collaborative care for dyslipidemia made more visits to healthcare professionals, underwent more laboratory tests and were more likely to have modifications made to their medications than those getting usual care. Unfortunately, this did not translate into better control of their dyslipidemia. This is the finding of a cluster randomized controlled trial in which community pharmacists were responsible for titrating lipid-lowering medication. Full article

RESEARCH: Effect of point-of-care computer reminders on physician
COMMENTARY: Good prescribing: better systems and prescribers needed

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PRACTICE

Office management of a palpable breast lump with aspiration
March 1, 2010

Office management of a palpable breast lump with aspirationAspiration of a palpable breast lump allows immediate reassurance for women with breast cysts and timely investigation and referral for women with solid masses. Full article


 

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REVIEW

Transcatheter heart-valve replacement: update
March 8, 2010

Transcatheter heart-valve replacement: updateTranscatheter valve technology offers patients less invasive heart-valve therapy, with potentially lower morbidity and mortality and quicker recovery. Full article

VIDEO: Transcatheter aortic-valve replacement

 

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EDITORIAL

No more dithering on e-health: let’s keep patients safe instead
March 1, 2010

Our slow progress on electronic health records should act as a call to action. An electronic health record system with access for everyone — family physicians, consultants, pharmacists, hospitals, managers and researchers — will save lives and improve health outcomes. Canadians deserve nothing less. Full article

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NEWS

Mental health in the military: a class where “stigma leaves the room”
March 9, 2010

Mental health in the military: a class where “stigma leaves the room”The Canadian Forces has created a systemic mental health educational campaign designed to reach military personnel of all ages and ranks and level of development, the goal of which is to educate soldiers about mental injuries, to reduce stigma surrounding mental health problems and to change attitudes about seeking help. Full article

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For the Record

Facilities and employment status affect mental health readmissions
March 9, 2010

Most hospital readmissions for mental health occur within 30 days after discharge, according to a report from the Canadian Institute for Health Information. Full article

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