Infectious Diseases
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Bullae associated with pediatric human parvovirus B19 infection
Parvovirus is generally associated with a “slapped-cheek” appearance, with the appearance of bullae rare.
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HCV remodels lipid metabolism in infected cells
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Cigarette smoking epidemic among HCV-infected individuals
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Switch back to human insulin a viable money saver
ORLANDO – Hypoglycemia admissions were flat while HbA1c rose slightly.
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Norovirus vaccine appears promising in children
MALMO, SWEDEN – High immunogenicity and safety shown in interim analysis of phase 2 trial.
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Biomarker duo rapidly identifies serious bacterial infections
MALMO, SWEDEN – Serum procalcitonin/CRP combo facilitates early diagnosis, predicts outcome.
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Parents say cancer prevention is the best reason to give HPV vaccine
Other reasons that ranked high were appeals to the vaccine’s lasting benefit and safety.
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ACIP votes to recommend new strains for the 2018-2019 flu vaccine
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Quality improvement initiative reduced unnecessary GAS pharyngitis testing, report says
Most providers perceived an improvement in their ability to communicate with families about appropriate antibiotic use and the need for testing....
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Additional training may be warranted for clinicians administering DTaP
Track record reveals need to reduce vaccine errors.
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Impact of varicella vaccination on herpes zoster is not what was expected
MALMO, SWEDEN – Real-world data shoot down the exogenous boosting hypothesis.