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Study compares the risk of treatment failure and adverse events between standard doses of amoxicillin–clavulanate and amoxicillin for uncomplicated acute sinusitis in adults.

PARP inhibitors in recent years have significantly improved care for ovarian cancer. However, not all patients benefit and some develop resistance over time.

The first needle-free epinephrine treatment for severe allergic reactions could be on the market in Canada as soon as this summer.

Study from the Canadian Arthritis Patient Alliance highlights systemic challenges impacting Canadians with arthritis.

Joint U.S.–Taiwan study evaluates the risk of ventricular arrhythmia or sudden death in patients on an antipsychotic, then prescribed a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor.

I was recently asked for treatment by a 16-year-old fair-skinned boy, visiting from Spain. His problem did not exactly fit the usual pattern.

Study determines the proportion of adults aged 60 years or older who can successfully discontinue levothyroxine treatment.

Acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis (AGEP) presents with sterile pustules and systemic symptoms, and usually improves within days of stopping the trigger.

Researchers conducted a comprehensive search of PubMed, Embase and the Cochrane Library to identify randomized controlled trials utilizing botox for AGA treatment.