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New Zika case study fills some research gaps
A new case study adds yet more evidence to the link between congenital Zika virus infection and fetal brain damage while offering insights into...
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C-reactive protein levels help predict bacterial meningitis outcomes
Measuring C-reactive protein levels in children with bacterial meningitis can help determine those children’s prognoses, a study showed.
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Pediatric infectious disease hospitalizations declined since 2000
Pediatric infectious disease hospitalizations have declined from 2000 to 2012, though skin infection hospitalizations have climbed, a recent study...
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CDC updates advice on preventing sexual transmission of Zika virus
Men potentially exposed to Zika virus should use a condom or abstain from sex for at least 8 weeks, while men who confirmed infections or symptoms...
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April 2016: Click for Credit
Topics include: Later menopause lowers risk for later depression • Preschool ASD prevalence estimates lower than grade school estimates • Long-...
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CDC urges precautions during L&D to prevent Zika transmission
No cases of occupational transmission of Zika via bodily fluids have been reported so far, but the virus’s RNA has been found in blood, urine,...
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FDA approves Zika test as CDC confirmed cases rises to 116
Key clinical point: CDC lab-confirmed Zika infections in U.S.
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ACOG releases new Choosing Wisely list
Prenatal ultrasounds for nonmedical purposes and routine use of robotic assisted laparoscopic surgery for benign gynecologic disease are...
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No extra benefit from infancy booster of MenACWY-TT
A booster dose of MenACWY-TT in infancy doesn’t offer additional protection 5 years later.
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Breastfeeding discussions start with listening
There’s been a backlash against the public health promotion of breastfeeding and “lactivism,” with critics saying that the efforts lead to shame...
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Socially supported transgender children exhibit positive mental health
Transgender children can have positive mental health outcomes when supported in their gender.
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Practice pathway addresses problem behaviors for children with ASD
A 10-step practice pathway helps primary care providers address irritability and problem behavior in children with ASD.
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MRSA incidence decreased in children as clindamycin resistance increased
The incidence of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) infections has decreased in children in recent years, but resistance to...
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Risperidone, aripiprazole treat irritability in children with ASD
Risperidone and aripiprazole most effectively treat irritability and aggression in youth with autism spectrum disorders.
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Sleep problems common among youth with ASD
Key clinical point: Many autistic children have sleeping problems, and many take medications for sleep. Major finding: 71% of children with autism...