Annals of internal medicine
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Strategies to improve patients' tolerance of and adherence to statins may enhance the effectiveness of dyslipidemia treatment in those at risk for cardiovascular disease (CVD). ⋯ U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.
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The past 2 decades have seen a revolution in legal access to cannabis, driven largely by activists and business interests. As a result, the population of cannabis users nationwide-especially daily users-has grown significantly. An estimated 4.5-7 million persons in the United States now meet criteria for cannabis use disorder annually. This article focuses on the effects of cannabis use, intoxication, and withdrawal while also reviewing the developmental pathways of cannabis use disorder as well as evidence-based pharmacologic and psychosocial treatments.
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Patients and clinicians can choose from several treatment options to address acute pain from non-low back, musculoskeletal injuries. ⋯ National Safety Council. (PROSPERO: CRD42018094412).
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Opioids are frequently prescribed for acute musculoskeletal injuries and may result in long-term use and consequent harms. ⋯ National Safety Council. (PROSPERO: CRD42018104968).