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How to overcome the jitters and not choke
I recently came across a graduation speech by the valedictorian of a university law school. He began his remarks by acknowledging that he had difficulty deciding what “wisdom” to impart to his fellow graduates. He said he had consulted several quotation books and speaker’s guides but had come away uninspired. He reviewed all the cases […]
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RADAR Reviews of Ivermectin, Ferric Carboxymaltose and Tapentadol
The latest issue of NPS RADAR features reviews of ivermectin (Stromectol) for typical and crusted scabies, ferric carboxymaltose (Ferinject) for iron-deficiency anaemia, and tapentadol sustained release (Palexia SR) for chronic severe disabling pain. All three treatments are now listed on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS). Ivermectin is an oral avermectin acaricide — a class of […]