From the Journals
From the Journals
No increase in autism risk with prenatal Tdap
This study supports the recommendation to vaccinate pregnant women with Tdap to protect infants, who are at highest risk of pertussis.
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Concurrent stimulant and opioid use ‘common’ in adult ADHD
A significant number of adults with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder are using stimulants and opioids concurrently long term.
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More deliveries now include opioid use disorder
Significant increases were seen from 1999 to 2014 in all states studied.
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Maternal obesity plus diabetes lead to psychiatric disorders in offspring
The highest risks were for autism spectrum disorder and ADHD.
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Parents’ religiosity tied to reduced suicide risk in girls
Girls with parents who considered religion important in their lives were less likely to consider or attempt suicide.
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Methylphenidate deemed best first-line option for ADHD in children
Meta-analysis finds that methylphenidate is top ADHD treatment for young patients; amphetamines prove superior for adults.
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Weight gain linked to progression of fibrosis in NAFLD patients
Degree of weight change was associated with risk of fibrosis progression; those who lost weight reduced their risk.
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E-cigarettes: Prices down, sales up
Trends for 2012-2016 suggest that “sales are responsive to their own price changes.”
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Opioid use has not declined meaningfully
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Peer-comparison letters reduce physician quetiapine prescribing
A letter-based intervention targeting primary care physicians with high quetiapine-prescribing rates in the Medicare program shows significant...
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AAP: Fertility, sexual function counseling should start early
Counseling should include discussion of possible management and psychosocial support options.