Acute Care

Although flu activity has decreased, overall influenza-associated illness remains high across most of the United States.

Scientists may be able to detect how a flu strain will spread based on its genome.

In today's CDC media briefing on the latest influenza activity data, CDC officials indicated that flu-associated hospitalization rates are on pace to hit record highs compared with past severe seasons.

Low back pain (LBP) is the fifth most common reason for all primary care visits, and 6 million Americans see primary care providers complaining of LBP annually.

This year, the winner is an ingredient common to many cosmetics, topical skin products, foods, and medications.

Flu activity in the United States continues to increase over the past few weeks, which means that health care providers should continue to be on the lookout when diagnosing ill patients, according to a CDC Health Advisory.

Health care providers should be aware that Christmas trees have been associated with allergic contact dermatitis and allergy.

Influenza activity is on the rise across the United States, with several influenza activity indicators higher than what is typically seen for this time of year.

An updated clinical guideline provides health care providers with practical advice on the treatment of seasonal allergic rhinitis (SAR).

Although sleep difficulties are common among older adults, most don't address the issue with their health care provider. According to results from the National Poll on Healthy Aging, more than one-third reported using some type of medication to help them sleep at night.