Modern Medicine is proud to bring you our Nov/Dec digital edition.
Over the past few months, Thousands of readers have already taken to reading Modern Medicine online; saving time and enjoying our unique interactive content in doing so.
Whether you prefer desktop … pad … or phone, you can read an interactive edition wherever, and whenever convenient.
It’s fast and intuitive and it’s only a click away.
The Hidden Epidemic of Domestic Violence – MM1311
Domestic violence underlies many psychosomatic presentations in women. To help prevent major, enduring health effects, GPs need to ask directly about abuse and respond with ongoing support.
Modern Medicine – November/December 2013
Childhood Atopic Dermatitis – MM1311
Topical corticosteroids are the mainstay of management of atopic dermatitis, the most common skin condition in children. When used appropriately under medical supervision, they are safe and have been shown not to cause cutaneous atrophy.
Modern Medicine – November/December 2013
Pioglitazone Reverses Insulin Resistance in Type 2 Diabetes – MM1311
Insulin resistance is a common feature and contains several cardiovascular risk factors: dyslipidaemia, hypertension, glucose intolerance, hypercoagulability,
obesity, hyperinsulinaemia and low-grade inflammation.
Modern Medicine – November/December 2013
Pain Management in Inflammatory Arthritis – MM1311
Many people with inflammatory arthritis continue to feel high levels of pain even when receiving effective treatments. Chronic pain is a complex biological process that cannot easily be remedied with a single pill. A multimodal approach is required.
Modern Medicine – November/December 2013
Nedbank Makes it Easier for Medical Professionals – MM1311
Nedbank, the bank for small business is committed to partnering with medical professionals to help grow their practices for a greater South Africa. The banks approach to building meaningful relationships with its clients and understanding their businesses is key in enabling the delivery of relevant banking solutions that provide tangible value to their clients.
Modern Medicine – November/December 2013
As the publisher of Modern Medicine, the long-time doctor’s favourite, I felt I should let you in on another exciting development.
In addition to the usual print editions, Modern Medicine is now available on your favourite screen. Whether you prefer desktop … pad … or phone, you can read an interactive edition wherever convenient.
Link instantly to rich content with a simple click or finger-tap. It’s fast and intuitive – click on the picture below to check it out!
Our October edition is now available. Simply click on the image below to go to it.
Yours Faithfully,
Peter van Dyk
Gynaecological Assessment in the Elderly – MM1310
Although the changes of ageing can make gynaecological assessment of elderly women more challenging than that of younger women, full investigation and appropriate referral, so that patients benefit from up-to-date treatments, can be rewarding for women and doctors alike.
Modern Medicine – October 2013
Ambulatory BP Monitoring – MM1310
Hypertension is a major risk factor for cardiovascular (CV) morbidity and mortality.1 Therefore, accurate measurement of blood pressure (BP) is essential to timeously identify individuals at risk and to monitor the efficacy of interventions and treatment adjustments. However, traditional office or clinic BP measurement provides only limited information and may be difficult to interpret, being based on a single or small set of readings dependent on the
technical skills of the clinician.
Modern Medicine – October 2013
Game Changers in Type 2 Diabetes: Microalbuminuria – MM1310
The diabetes complication of microalbuminuria indicates considerable renal damage and an increased risk of cardiovascular events. Its treatment involves improving all aspects of diabetes management and targeting the microalbuminuria itself.
Modern Medicine – October 2013
