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My doctor says there’s a guideline for my treatment – but is it right for me?

  • Written by Melissa J. Armstrong, Assistant Professor, Neurology, University of Florida
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Health care guidelines are produced in ever-increasing numbers. The National Guideline Clearinghouse, a U.S.-based public website compiling summaries of “clinical practice” (health care) guidelines, has...

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