Physicians' Ethical Obligations Regarding Alternative Medicine

Article Abstract:

The rising popularity of alternative medical therapies obligates physicians to inquire about their use, evaluate these treatments, and help their patients safely use alternative practitioners, if they desire. Many patients use non-traditional dietary supplements, herbal preparations, and alternative therapies, and they are often reluctant to disclose this to their doctor. If only to avoid drug interactions with herbal preparations, physicians should explicitly ask about these products when interviewing patients. Physicians, even with limited knowledge, can guide patients in using alternative remedies, particularly in cautioning patients not to chose alternative therapies over proven treatments for serious conditions.

Usage, Physicians, Medical professions, Ethical aspects, Alternative medicine

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Peer-reviewed publication of clinical trials completed for pediatric exclusivity

Article Abstract:

A study was conducted to quantify the dissemination of results conducted for pediatric exclusivity into the peer-review literature. Results indicate that the pediatric exclusivity program has been successful in encouraging drug studies in children but the dissemination of these results in the peer-reviewed literature is limited.

General services, Management dynamics, Analysis, Management, Company systems management, Information management, Company business management, Journalism, Medical, Medical journalism, Science publishing

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Monitoring and Ensuring Safety During Clinical Research

Article Abstract:

Recommended changes in the management of multicenter clinical trials are proposed in order to ensure the safety of all participating patients. In the past, most clinical trials were carried out at a single institution, but this is no longer the case.

Drugs, Safety and security measures, Complications and side effects, Adverse drug reactions

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