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Cardiovascular risk factors more common in girls
Among fourth and fifth graders, measures of aerobic capacity and body composition favored boys.
From the Journals
Acute otitis media: Which children to treat
A hard-to-miss symptom, severe bulging of the eardrum, should prompt antibiotic treatment, Finnish researchers say, while children with a peaked...
Conference Coverage
When patients get the travel bug, dermatologists should beware
NEW YORK – Asking the right questions is key to recognizing infectious diseases patients may have picked up during their travels.
Conference Coverage
E-cigarettes: A health threat or cessation tool?
Denver – Among adults aged 18-24, about 40% smoke both traditional cigarettes and e-cigarettes.
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FDA extends Liletta IUD duration of use to 4 years
The agency extended the duration of use for the hormonal IUD by 1 year.
Feature
ACA: Five tactics could lead to implosion
Are regulation and inaction being employed by the White House to push the Affordable Care Act to the point of no return?
From the Journals
Campylobacteriosis incidence rises in U.S. from 2004 to 2012
Incidence of campylobacteriosis increased significantly in the United States from 2004 to 2012.
Conference Coverage
High-flow nasal cannula safe outside of pediatric ICU, but may up length of stay
NASHVILLE, TENN. – Children don’t need to be in the PICU for high-flow nasal cannula treatment, at least up to a certain level.
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Study aims to validate AAD criteria for diagnosing AD and create usable form
CHICAGO – A streamlined set of diagnostic criteria from the American Academy of Dermatology’s most recent consensus criteria for diagnosing atopic...
News from the FDA/CDC
Less than half of office visits involve primary care
Patients aged 45 years and over are more likely to see a specialist.
Conference Coverage
Oral prophylaxis and vaginal ring effective in adolescent HIV prevention
Trials show two new possible solutions for HIV prevention in adolescent girls.