Annals of internal medicine
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Review Meta Analysis
Behavioral counseling after screening for alcohol misuse in primary care: a systematic review and meta-analysis for the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force.
Alcohol misuse, which includes the full spectrum from risky drinking to alcohol dependence, is a leading cause of preventable death in the United States. ⋯ Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality.
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Review
Physical therapy interventions for knee pain secondary to osteoarthritis: a systematic review.
Osteoarthritis is a leading cause of disability. Nonsurgical treatment is a key first step. ⋯ Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality.
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Comparative Study
Comparative effectiveness of sulfonylurea and metformin monotherapy on cardiovascular events in type 2 diabetes mellitus: a cohort study.
The effects of sulfonylureas and metformin on outcomes of cardiovascular disease (CVD) in type 2 diabetes are not well-characterized. ⋯ Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
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Persons with a negative result on screening colonoscopy are recommended to repeat the procedure in 10 years. ⋯ National Cancer Institute.