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Water is one of the most essential natural resources. Contaminated water can cause many adverse impacts on human health and on the environment. In this study, we conducted a comprehensive geochemical water quality assessment using the Water Quality Index (WQI) and health risk for three distinct locations. For this purpose, 45 samples were collected from three different locations and analyzed with different geochemical parameters. The results show that the Magnesium level in most of the samples was below the permissible limits. All analyzed parameters of samples were then compared with the drinking water quality standards set by W.H.O. The results indicated that all the analyzed parameters are under permissible limits set by the World Health Organization (WHO) and Pakistan National Standards for Drinking Water Quality. Moreover, the results show that all 3 locations collected samples (45) exhibited excellent water quality. This study highlights the importance of water quality assessment and the applicability of the Water Quality Index in evaluating water resources. The information provided can aid local people to protect themselves from polluted water. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The best evidence available for individualized treatment of acne is reviewed. Acne responses to treatment vary significantly and results are seen when treatments are individualized based on clinical presentation.

Focuses on the use of vigabatrin, gabapentine and lamotrigine as alternative drugs for the management of older patients with refractory partial seizures. Three unique mechanism of action of the antiepileptic drugs; Pharmacokinetic properties of antiepileptic drugs; Clinical efficacy of gabapentin, lamotrigine and vigabatrin; Recommended doses of antiepileptic drugs; Side effects; Interactions with other antiepileptic drugs.

Discusses the three selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors available in the United States that are being used for the treatment of depression in geriatric patients. Fluoxetine HCl (Prozac); Sertraline HCl (Zoloft); Paroxetine HCl (Paxil); Efficacy; Side effects.

Background: Cardiovascular disease remains the leading cause of mortality in Canada. The link between hyperlipidemia and coronary heart disease has been clearly established. There is overwhelming evidence for reductions in coronary events and cardiovascular mortality with lowering of low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C). Despite the evidence, hyperlipidemia treatment remains suboptimal., Objective: To evaluate compliance with published dyslipidemia guidelines in a primary care setting. The primary outcome measure was target LDL-C level., Methods: Retrospective chart review of a random selection of 300 patients diagnosed with hyperlipidemia in a large academic family medicine clinic. The primary outcome measure was a target LDL-C level of less than 2.5 mmol/L for patients with diabetes or coronary heart disease. For patients without diabetes or coronary heart disease, Framingham risk assessment tables were used to determine ideal target LDL-C levels., Results: Overall, 53% of patients achieved target LDL-C. Target LDL-C levels were achieved in 48% of patients with diabetes or coronary heart disease. Males were twice as likely to be prescribed lipid lowering therapy than females. Males on lipid lowering therapy were twice as likely as females on lipid lowering therapy to achieve target LDL-C levels. Males with diabetes or coronary heart disease were twice as likely as females with diabetes or coronary heart disease to achieve target LDL-C levels. Only 44% of patients with diabetes or coronary heart disease were prescribed lipid lowering therapy., Conclusion: Results from an academic family medicine clinic indicate suboptimal compliance with current dyslipidemia management guidelines. Primary care physicians need to continue to take an aggressive stance on lipid lowering strategies, especially in high-risk patients and females.