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Evidence-based smoking cessation programs for use in primary care settings
Tobacco dependency is a growing problem among older adults. Given the addictive nature of tobacco use, smokers need a multifactorial treatment program to help stop smoking. Health care professionals can play a pivotal role in the promotion of a smoking cessation treatment program to people of all ages, including the elderly. This paper presents important evidence that smoking cessation services for the elderly are effective, and describes how primary care physicians can support elderly people quit smoking.
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Avian flu, West Nile virus, and Lyme disease: Tracking the progress of hot zoonoses
Emerging and spreading zoonoses are major concerns among the public and public health professionals. Recognition, surveillance, and reporting are our first line of defense.
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Future allergy shots show promise
To prepare for the seasonal onslaught of pollen, most
allergy-stricken patients will try to find relief through
nonsedating antihistamines and nasal inhalers. Many others will
undergo allergen immunotherapy as a next step, receiving the
estimated 60 to 90 injections necessary for each treatment period.
Although allergy shots can be effective, treatment is often a
time-consuming and costly process. Preliminary results for new
therapies show promise and may soon offer allergy sufferers more
options with fewer injections.
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Evaluating a chronic cough: History often solves the mystery
A child's long-lasting cough is vexing for parents. One route to finding the cause is to, first, rule out serial viral illness and, then, piece together characteristics of the cough with findings from the history.
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