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Residents curb IV antibiotic overuse in children
ATLANTA – A 21-fold price difference was seen between an IV antibiotic and its oral equivalent.
From the Journals
Severe influenza increases risk of invasive pulmonary aspergillosis in the ICU
Conference Coverage
Age, risk factors should guide chlamydia, gonorrhea screening of HIV-infected women
WASHINGTON –
News from the FDA/CDC
HIV patients getting younger ... and older
Conference Coverage
Transgender health survey provides data on nearly 28,000 individuals
WASHINGTON – The 2015 U.S. Transgender Survey provides more data on transgender life and health than ever previously available.
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Senators unveil legislation to protect patients against surprise medical bills
“Balance billing is ripe for a federal solution,” Mr. Lucia said. States regulate only some plans, leaving “a vast number of people that aren’t...
Conference Coverage
UN aims to eradicate TB by 2030
A concerted a lethal disease affecting one-...
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Disruptive physicians: Is this an HR or MEC issue?
Experts explain when to take disruptive behavior to human resources or the medial executive committee (or both) and the pros and cons of each path...
Conference Coverage
Natural history is comparable for astrovirus, sapovirus, norovirus
ATLANTA – A study of more than 2,500 children has provided new information about the natural history of astrovirus and sapovirus.
News from the FDA/CDC
FDA attacks antibiotic resistance with new strategy
Four-pronged approach addresses product development, stewardship, surveillance, and science.
Conference Coverage
Zika virus infection: Novel assay extends diagnostic window