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Children living in neighborhoods with low walkability are at increased risk of asthma

Low Neighborhood Walkability Increases Risk of Asthma in Kids

Findings among children for both incident asthma and ongoing asthma
Many organizations are not meeting the trial registration and results reporting requirements clarified by "The Final Rule

Many Organizations Not Meeting Trial Reporting Requirements

Only 19 percent of organizations use computer software to monitor compliance with Final Rule
Living in close proximity to livestock farms may protect against atopy

Living Near Livestock Farms May Help Protect Against Atopy

Those living closest to farms have lower odds for atopy than those living farther away
Physicians should be aware of the correct protocol for

Practices Should Be Aware of Correct Way to Fire Employees

Practices should be aware of basic employment laws in their state, which vary with number of employees

April 2018 Briefing – Allergy

Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in Allergy for April 2018. This roundup includes the latest...
A new clinic satisfaction tool improves communication and provides real-time feedback

New Clinic Satisfaction Tool Provides Real-Time Feedback

Also improves communication and satisfaction between physicians and patients
The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration and local agencies are holding the 15th National Prescription Drug Take Back Day across the country this Saturday

Saturday Is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

Unused medications can be dropped off at local collection sites between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.
U.S. hospitals will have to post their standard prices online and make it easier for patients to access their electronic medical records

Medicare Requiring Hospitals to Post Prices Online

Medicare would base part of a hospital's payments on how easy it is for patients to access medical records

American College of Physicians, April 19-21

The American College of Physicians: Internal Medicine Meeting The annual meeting of the American College of Physicians (ACP) was held from April 19...
In patients with atopic dermatitis and birch pollen allergy

Birch Pollen-Related Foods Can Trigger Dermatitis Reactions

Intake may lead to aggravation of symptoms in patients with atopic dermatitis, birch pollen allergy