News From Annals Of Internal Medicine – Tip Sheet For September 21, 2010, Issue

News From Annals Of Internal Medicine – Tip Sheet For September 21, 2010, Issue
1. Current Stool DNA Tests Not Effective, Cost-Effective for Colorectal Cancer Screening Questions about test accuracy and cost make the role of a stool DNA test screening for colorectal cancer uncertain. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) initiated a National Coverage Determination process to assess under which conditions a stool DNA test would be a cost-effective option for …
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Fallon doctor co-authors Q&A on bladder cancer
Fallon Clinic urologist Dr. Brett M. Carswell has co-written a book, “100 Questions & Answers about Bladder Cancer,” now in its second edition. The book offers clinical advice and psychological support for people dealing with bladder cancer – patients, survivors, friends and families. The book provides understandable, authoritative and practical answers to common questions and concerns …
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Mary Frances Center accredited, again
TARBORO — The Mary Frances Center in Tarboro has been accredited for a period of three years for its Residential Treatment: Alcohol and Other Drugs/Addiction (Adults) and Alcohol and Other Drugs/Addictions (Criminal Justice), CARF International announced.
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