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HelixTalk Episode #50 - Three shocking recommendations from CHEST 2016 that will blow your mind
Date posted: October 4, 2016, 6:00 am
In this episode, we discuss three shocking recommendations from the CHEST 2016 VTE guideline update. We focus on (1) the debate between NOAC, DOAC, or TSOAC nomenclature, (2) the controversial recommendation of preferring NOACs over warfarin in VTE treatment, and (3) the efficacy of compression stocking for prevention and treatment of post-thrombotic syndrome.
HelixTalk Episode #49 - The RFUMS Interprofessional Community Clinic
Date posted: September 20, 2016, 6:00 am
In this episode, we discuss RFUMS's Interprofessional Community Clinic (ICC), a student-run clinic providing health services to underserved populations. The students in this episode discuss how the ICC evolved and highlight pearls and challenges in starting and running a free health clinic or screening event.
HelixTalk Episode #48 - Self-Care of Nasal Congestion and Allergies
Date posted: August 23, 2016, 6:00 am
In this episode, we discuss the self-care of nasal congestion and allergies, including systemic/topical decongestants, nasal corticosteroids, antihistamines, cromolyn, and alternative medicine therapies.
HelixTalk Episode #47 - Self-Care of Cough and Cold
Date posted: August 2, 2016, 6:00 am
In this episode, we discuss self-care of cough and cold, including using PQRSTA or SCHOLAR-MAC to prompt relevant questions for patients, codeine, dextromethorphan, diphenhydramine, camphor, menthol, and guaifenesin.
HelixTalk Episode #46 - Self-Care of Constipation
Date posted: July 12, 2016, 6:00 am
In this episode, we discuss self-care of constipation including bulk-forming laxatives, hyperosmotic laxatives, emollient laxatives, lubricant laxatives, saline laxatives, and stimulant laxatives.
HelixTalk Episode #45 - Self-care of Heartburn and Dyspepsia
Date posted: June 21, 2016, 6:00 am
In this episode, we discuss self-care of heartburn and dyspepsia, including antacids, bismuth subsalicylate, H2 blockers, and PPIs.
HelixTalk Episode #44 - The Science of Sugars and Sweeteners with Dr. Eric Walters
Date posted: May 31, 2016, 6:00 am
In this episode, we discuss the science of carbohydrate-based sugars, sugar alcohols, artificial sweeteners, and natural sweeteners with Dr. Eric Walters, author of the book "The Sweetener Book" and Professor at Rosalind Franklin University.
HelixTalk Episode #43 - Review of Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA)
Date posted: May 17, 2016, 6:00 am
In this episode, we review the clinical presentation and treatment of diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA).
HelixTalk Episode #42 - BRIDGE Trial
Date posted: April 19, 2016, 6:00 am
In this episode, we discuss the BRIDGE trial, which investigated whether patients with atrial fibrillation on warfarin need a parenteral anticoagulant "bridge" in preparation and after an elective surgical procedure.
HelixTalk Episode #41 - 2015 Dietary Guidelines for Americans
Date posted: March 29, 2016, 6:00 am
In this episode, we discuss the 2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines for Americans published by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and U.S. Department of Agriculture.