Pulmonology
Opinion
Young children with neuromuscular disease are vulnerable to respiratory viruses
How much does palivizumab help?
Commentary
Is it measles? – Diagnosis and management for the pediatric provider
The measles rash appears 2-4 days after the onset of fever, and is initially maculopapular and blanching.
News from the FDA/CDC
U.S. measles cases climb to over 800 for the year
New analysis predicts the 25 counties at the highest risk for a measles outbreak in 2019.
Conference Coverage
No exudates or fever? Age over 11? Skip strep test
BALTIMORE – There are a few key variables to define when it’s safe to forgo strep testing in pharyngitis.
PURLs
What’s the Best Treatment Setting for Stable Pulmonary Embolism?
The answer seems to be the outpatient setting. Here’s why.
Conference Coverage
Most measles cases in 25 years prompts government pleas to vaccinate
CDC update coincides with National Infant Immunization Week campaign to reinforce message that vaccines are safe and effective.
Conference Coverage
Combo respiratory pathogen tests miss pertussis
BALTIMORE – Standalone pertussis PCR is best.
News
Long-term antibiotic use may heighten stroke, CHD risk
Among middle-aged and older women, 2 or more months’ exposure to antibiotics is associated with an increased likelihood of cardiovascular disease...
News from the FDA/CDC
Measles cases for 2019 now at postelimination high
“With a safe and effective vaccine that protects against measles, the suffering we are seeing is avoidable,” said HHS Secretary Alex Azar.
Opinion
Teen e-cigarette use: A public health crisis
Age-appropriate screening in primary care settings must include specific language regarding the use of electronic cigarettes, with questions about...