2017 Immunization Schedules
This year’s recommendations for the routine use of vaccines in the United States.
Potential Target Identified for Future Asthma Treatments
Low levels of protein in individuals with asthma, identified as an epithelial-derived smooth muscle-relaxing factor.
Skin-Graft Harvesting System Speeds Chronic Wound Recovery
Technique may improve wound healing and reduce health care costs.
Week 3 – CDC Influenza Report
Latest data on 2016-2017 flu season ending January 21, 2017.
Low Back Pain Common in Children and Adolescents
School-aged children who experience low back pain is common.
Evidence-Based Medicine May Reduce Overtreatment in Type 2 Diabetes
Call to action for the implementation of evidence-based medicine.
Bird Flu Cases Spike in China
The majority of influenza A (H7N9) cases reported are associated with exposure to infected poultry.
New Guidelines Released for Diabetic Neuropathy Care
Prevention and treatment recommendations on diabetic neuropathy for primary care providers.
Potential Treatment Targets for Hypertension Found
Genetic regions linked to blood pressure may produce new preventative therapies.
Chest Pain Rule to Take Low-Risk Patients Off Emergency Department Heart Monitors
Ottawa rule could free up heart monitored beds for patients with more serious illness.
Bone Turnover Markers May Help Detect Patient Adherence to Osteoporosis Treatment
About half of patients who initiate osteoporosis treatment discontinue treatment within 1 year.
Insulin Increases Risk of Thromboembolic Events in Patients with Atrial Fibrillation
Need for insulin therapy may be an independent factor affecting AF-related stroke/systemic embolism occurrence.
Pennsylvania's Nurse Practitioner Health Reform Increased Retail Clinic Growth
NP scope-of-practice reform linked to net increase in retail clinics.
Remembering Mary Tyler Moore: Hollywood Icon and Type 1 Diabetes Advocate
Diagnosed with T1D in her 30s, Moore became a sign of hope for others living with the disease.
Physician Assistant Behind Bars for Running an Oxycodone Distribution Scheme
Federal court in Central Islip sentences physician assistant to 5 years in prison.
Functional MRI Scan Better Predicts Patient Response to Antidepressants
Cognitive tests and fMRI scans help identify whether patients will respond to antidepressant therapy.
Medication Adherence for Diabetes Less Likely Among Latinos with Limited English
Diabetes care impacted by language barriers.
Early-Life Asthma Increases Risk of Childhood Obesity
Children with asthma have a greater risk of developing obesity than children without asthma.
Verapamil Improves Treatment of Severe Chronic Rhinosinusitis
Calcium channel blocker dramatically improved symptom scores in patients with chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps.
House Calls for Geriatric Patients Increase Among Nurse Practitioners
State regulations prevent growth of nurse practitioner profession.
Retail Clinic Use Nearly Doubles Among BCBS Members
Nearly 30% of emergency department visits could be treated in retail clinics.
Physician Assistant Involved in Fentanyl Spray Drug Scam
Drug manufacturer and PA engage in deceptive marketing for strong pain medication.
Significant Increase in Concussion Rates Among High School Soccer Players in the US
Concussion rates increased in male and female athletes over 9-year study period.
HPV Vaccination Rates Low Among Teenagers
An estimated 39,000 new cases of human papillomavirus in the United States each year.
Yoga Shows Benefit in Chronic Nonspecific Lower Back Pain
Yoga is a mind-body exercise sometimes used for nonspecific low back pain.
High Blood Pressure Drug to Treat Angiosarcoma
Propranolol granted Orphan Drug Designation by the European Commission.
Depression a Risk Factor for Cardiovascular Disease
Risk of cardiovascular disease in men with depression is as great as that posed by obesity.
Delayed Meningitis Diagnosis Results in $3 Million Lawsuit
University of Oregon student sues physician assistant and Oregon-based medical centers.
Portable Device in the Works for Early Detection of Diabetes
Device will detect type 1 and 2 diabetes at an early stage.
New Oklahoma House Bill Would Allow NPs to Work Independently of Physicians
House Bill 1013 seeks to loosen NP’s from supervising physicians.