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Sepsis too often neglected in hospitals
The agency is making the case that sepsis needs more funding in hospitals that either don’t have the programs or aren’t supporting them with...
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Ruxolitinib for vitiligo: Experts share experiences from first year
Many patients “don’t hit their optimal results at 3 months, 6 months, even the year mark. With continued use, many can see continued benefit,”...
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Making one key connection may increase HPV vax uptake
The understanding that human papillomavirus causes oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma (OPSCC) has been linked with increased likelihood of...
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AAP’s hearing test clinical update is the first since 2009
Guidance updates developmental milestones and screening recommendations and changes terminology to eliminate references such as “failed” and “...
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New RSV shot is a monoclonal antibody, not a vaccine
Monoclonal antibodies are often used for treatment rather than prevention.
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Telehealth visit helps reconnect adolescents lost to follow-up
A small pilot study finds positive results in a hybrid model: The first visit is telehealth with in-person follow-up as needed.
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CDC alerts clinicians to signs of alpha-gal syndrome
The AGA issued a Clinical Practice Update on alpha-gal syndrome in February.
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West Nile infections rising in the U.S.
West Nile Virus is the leading cause of mosquito-borne disease in the continental United States.
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Four factors complicate treating OUD in primary care
Inflexible scheduling and conflicting attitudes on expanding buprenorphine and naltrexone services are among barriers, survey respondents say.
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Higher occurrence of kidney stones with more added sugar
Previous studies have shown the relationship between consuming sugar-sweetened beverages and a higher risk of obesity, diabetes, and...
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Family physicians get lowest net return for HPV vaccine
Family physicians’ net return from cost reimbursements was $0.34 per dose. The net for pediatricians was $5.08 per dose.
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Nonalcohol substance use disorder tied to bariatric surgery
Only gastric bypass was associated with an increased incidence of nonalcoholic substance use disorder.
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FDA clears AI-assisted colonoscopy device
The device helps identify lesions in real time and is associated with a significant increase in the adenoma detection rate.
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Innovations in pediatric chronic pain management
Virtual reality, bundled visits, and massage therapists are among innovative options at centers for treating kids’ chronic pain.
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CDC offers guidance on RSV vaccines for adults
Rather than targeting all adults 60 and over, the decision calls for consideration of a patients’ risk for disease and their characteristics,...