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PCVs may reduce AOM severity, although they do not decrease incidence
A Japanese study confirms other findings that PCV7’s preventive effect against AOM is very modest, but it reveals another benefit.
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Novel biomarker test appears accurate for UTI diagnosis in febrile children under 2 years
uNGAL testing appeared to outperform urinalysis and gram staining for UTI diagnosis in this population, but more study is needed.
News from the FDA/CDC
DTaP vaccination rate highest in Maryland
The District of Columbia is home to the lowest DTaP vaccination rate in kindergartners.
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Statin didn’t slow hepatic steatosis in HIV patients
SAN DIEGO – HIV patients taking a statin saw greater hepatic steatosis progression than did placebo patients.
From the Journals
Vaccine coverage high among U.S. toddlers in 2016, but gaps remain
The Vaccines for Children program is not reaching all eligible children early in life.
Feature
Former pharma exec nominated for top HHS post
Alex Azar also served at HHS in the George W. Bush administration
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MACRA Monday: Documenting current medications
Staying on top of a patient’s medication list could help you avoid a 4% MIPS penalty.
From the Journals
HPV vaccination cuts incidence of juvenile respiratory papillomatosis
An Australian study showed a reduced incidence 5 years after the vaccination program began.
From the Journals
Some children with HIV may not get enough medical care
Portions of this medically vulnerable population are not receiving the recommended frequency of medical care.
News
FDA approves first two-dose HBV vaccine
FDA approves first new hepatitis B virus vaccine in 25 years
From the Journals
Concerning rise of staphylococcal scalded skin syndrome has U.S. doctors on alert
Girls and toddlers are at increased risk of this dermatologic disease.