This Week In the BMJ Nurse led intervention improves diagnosis of UTIs in children BMJ 2003; 327 :0-a (Published 18 September 2003) Permission Adding methylxanthines to standard COPD treatment is not beneficial BMJ 2003; 327 :0-d (Published 18 September 2003) Permission Mortality among UNITA members remains high after the ceasefire BMJ 2003; 327 :0-e (Published 18 September 2003) Permission Stressful events increase exacerbations in relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis BMJ 2003; 327 :0-b (Published 18 September 2003) Permission Proactive care with active recall helps children with asthma BMJ 2003; 327 :0 (Published 18 September 2003) Permission Better detection and treatment of alcohol use in elderly people is needed BMJ 2003; 327 :0-c (Published 18 September 2003) Permission Editor's Choice A bad week for drug companies? 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