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Glycosylation Differences in Egg-Adapted Vaccines May Cut Impact
H3N2 egg-adapted vaccines, circulating strains were different in 2016-2017 influenza season
Sodium Oxybate Promising for Parkinson’s, Daytime Sleepiness
Improvements in subjective sleep quality, objectively measured slow-wave sleep duration
Evidence Scant for Treatment of Cough With the Common Cold
Update recommends against nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents for adults, codeine for children
Increases in U.S. Health Spending Tied to Health Service Price
Higher spending also linked to population growth and aging, negatively linked to disease incidence
In ER, Combination of Ibuprofen, Acetaminophen Relieves Pain
No difference in pain reduction for ibuprofen and acetaminophen vs. 3 opioid/acetaminophen combos
Lymphoma Risk Up With Thiopurine, Anti-TNF Tx in IBD
Risk higher for those exposed to combination therapy versus thiopurine or anti-TNF monotherapy
Drop in Incidence of End-Stage Renal Disease Due to Diabetes
2000 to 2014 saw decrease in incidence of ESRD with diabetes listed as the primary cause
The American Society of Reproductive Medicine, Oct. 28- Nov. 1
The 73rd Annual Meeting of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM) The annual meeting of the American Society for Reproductive...
USPSTF Posts Osteoporosis Screening Recommendations
All women ≥65, high-risk postmenopausal women <65 should undergo bone measurement testing
Exercise, Intervention Combos Associated With Lower Fall Risk
Exercise, various combinations of interventions tied to lower risk of falls versus usual care in seniors
