Canadian family physician Médecin de famille canadien
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To highlight recent empirical evidence for effective interventions that can guide family physicians in managing patients after suicide attempts. ⋯ Family physicians have a crucial role in preventing suicide through aftercare and ongoing monitoring of patients who have attempted suicide.
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To review the best evidence-based literature on the insulin analogue, lispro insulin, and to provide guidelines for its use. ⋯ Lispro is a useful addition for motivated diabetic patients who like to achieve better control of HbA1c without increased hypoglycemia and to match mealtime insulin injections with diet, exercise, and various lifestyles.
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Editorial Comment Review
Taking on diabetes. Family doctors on the front lines of the battle against diabetes.
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To consider topical anesthetic options available to primary care physicians, indications for their use, and efficacy and safety of these agents as supported by the literature. ⋯ Children's simple facial and scalp lacerations can be safely repaired using topical LET gel. Physicians must adhere to recommendations to avoid mucous membrane contact and ensure appropriate dosing with these agents. Bupivacaine-epinephrine topical preparation is a promising analgesic agent that warrants further study.