This series is brought to you by MedPage Today.
1. NSAID-Related Anemia Doubles Arthritis Costs. When patients with osteoarthritis take nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and then develop anemia, the associated healthcare costs during the subsequent year can double.
2. CT Screening for Lung Cancer Still Falls Short. The debate over lung cancer screening continues, with a new study showing that low-dose CT scanning may not be ready for prime time.
3. Sigmoidoscopy OK as Colon Cancer Screen. Screening with flexible sigmoidoscopy appears to reduce colorectal cancer incidence and mortality.
Past 6 Months
Dear lawmakers: This is what it’s like to be a doctor today
Matthew Moeller, MD | PhysicianA gun owner responds to Sandy Hook
Edwin Leap, MD | PhysicianIs Chris Christie too obese to run for president?
Jeffrey Parks, MD | PhysicianIf I’m wrong about guns, can you please explain why?
Claire McCarthy, MD | PhysicianPrimary care doctors may no longer be needed
Doug Olson, MD | PhysicianWalgreens moves into primary care, and it’s our own damn fault
Kevin Pho, MD | Kevin's Take