Use of simulation-based teaching methodologies in US colleges and schools of pharmacy.

OBJECTIVES. To characterize the use of high-fidelity mannequins and standardized patients in US pharmacy colleges and schools. METHODS.

Treatment of depressive symptoms in patients with early stage breast cancer undergoing adjuvant therapy.

Background: Studies have shown that there is a high prevalence of depression in cancer patients. Women with breast cancer may have an even higher risk of depression particularly in a postmenopausal or estrogen deficiency state. A small number of randomized controlled trials have examined the efficacy of antidepressants compared to that of a placebo in cancer patients, but some results have been difficult to interpret due to a heterogeneous patient group.