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Trial of mindfulness training as an intervention for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) demonstrates substantial therapeutic impact on bowel symptom severity.

Scheduling, session topics, plenary speakers, and other information for physicians planning to attend DDW 2011.

Slow-release formulation of zinc is safe for Alzheimer's disease patients, and effectively raises serum zinc levels, but does not benefit cognition.

Selegiline inhibits MAO-A in the brain of patients with Parkinson's Disease without elevating the risk of hypertensive crisis from dietary tyramine.

Study results presented at AAN 2011 show that an experimental oral drug reduces the loss in ambulatory function in boys with Duchenne muscular dystrophy.

When a dementia diagnosis isn't Alzheimer's diease, the neurologist's job becomes much trickier.

At Pri-Med Southwest, Frank Domino, MD, discussed the dangers of vitamin D deficiency and recommended screening and supplementation for at-risk patients.

John Goodson, MD, opened Pri-Med Southwest 2011 with a keynote address highlighting primary care innovation and advocacy and advice for future success.

Scheduling, session topics, keynote speakers, and other information for physicians planning to attend Pri-Med Southwest 2011.

Combining cardiac-resynchronization therapy with medication and an ICD reduces deaths and hospitalizations due to heart failure.

Scheduling, event, exhibit hall, CME, and other information for attendees of the AHA 2010 Scientific Sessions.

On Saturday, several standout posters were presented that highlighted key considerations in the management of attention hyperactivity disorder.

Findings from a new study show that use of verbal dispraise as a punishment may be more damaging than spanking in preschool aged children.

A former AACAP president discusses the changes that have shaped child psychiatry, and how leaders can continue to steer the field in the right direction.

The overall consensus from MGMA 2010 attendees is that the conference was largely a success.

Providing better care for children with behavioral health issues means breaking down the silos and implementing a connected care model, say experts.

In a debate at the Cardiometabolic Health Congress on the lipid-lowering benefits of niacin vs. fibrates, Henry Ginsberg, MD, made the case for fibrates.

Data show that rhinovirus and human metapneumovirus are associated with higher pediatric hospitalization rates than influenza.

Draft guidelines for the management of community-acquired pneumonia in children and infants were presented at IDSA 2010.

When it comes to infectious diseases, registry-based quality measure reporting is the way to go.

A review of the data on risk of infection, malignancy, and death associated with therapies for IBD.

The need exists to achieve maximum efficieny in the endo suite while maintaining maximum qualty.

Seven poster presentations focused on ulcerative colitis during the Monday, October 18, poster presentations. Here, each is summarized.

Of the nearly 400 clinical vignettes and case reports presented on Monday, two focused on ulcerative colitis.

ACG unveils enhanced version of GI Circle based on member feedback.

What evidence exists to support the use of antidepressants in patients with irritable bowel syndrome.

Safety and adverse event monitoring don't stop when a vaccine is approved.

Adverse drug reactions, the "prescription cascade," and the risks to elderly patients in the age of polypharmacy.