Hip fracture
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Surgery and early mobilization may reduce long-term disability in patients with hip fracture. There are approximately a quarter of a million hip fractures each year in the US and most occur in people over 50. X-rays can usually detect a fracture, but magnetic resonance imaging and technetium bone scans may be needed if the X-ray is negative. Surgery is the preferred treatment and it should be done within 24 to 48 hours of the injury. The type of surgery will depend on the nature and location of the fracture. Some fractures will require only a few screws to stabilize the fracture, while others will require complete hip replacement. Pre- and post-operative antibiotics can reduce the risk of infection and anticoagulants can reduce the risk of blood clots. Patients should be encouraged to move the day after surgery, using a walker if necessary. Hip fracture increases the risk of death within the first year of surgery.
Publication Name: The New England Journal of Medicine
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0028-4793
Year: 1996
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Will Asia's hunger for growth leave the world starving?
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Some observers believe that the rapid industrialisation of East Asia, where there is considerable population density, could lead to even more serious food supply problems for people in poorer countries. However, this view is not proved by statistics, which indicate that food supply is increasing at a more rapid rate than population size. This means that real food prices are falling slightly over time.
Publication Name: The Independent
Subject: Retail industry
ISSN: 0951-9467
Year: 1996
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Back to the egg
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Eggs can be used in a variety of special spring dishes. Egg recipes include Spanish-style tortilla, herbed Parmesan cheese souffle, deviled eggs with sun-dried tomatoes and chives and vanilla rice pudding with dried cherries.
Publication Name: Bon Appetit
Subject: Food/cooking/nutrition
ISSN: 0006-6990
Year: 1997
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