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Guidelines Developed for Polymyxin Antibiotic Use
Polymyxin B recommended for routine use in invasive infections; colistin preferred for lower UTI
Less Invasive Method Safely IDs Epilepsy Surgical Candidates
Stereoelectroencephalography has better outcomes than subdural electrode implants in some cases
Risk Profiles ID’d for Patients With Transplant Glomerulopathy
Five groups of patients with distinct features and outcomes identified using machine learning approach
AAOS: Supplement Use Low in Patients With Osteoporosis, Hip Fracture
Non-Caucasian minorities less likely to receive proper supplementation
Mental Health Issues Have Risen in Teens, Young Adults
Rates of depressive episodes, serious psychological distress, suicide-related outcomes have increased
Opioid Prescriptions Dropped for New Users From 2012 to 2017
Decline seen in number of providers initiating opioid therapy in any patients who have not used opioids
Induction for Late-Term Pregnancies at 41 Weeks Tied to Small Benefits
Study could not show noninferiority of expectant management; outcomes good with both strategies
Influences on New NIH Policy for Age Limits in Research Explored
'Inclusion Across the Lifespan' policy eliminates non-risk-justified age limits on research participants
AAP: Nasal Spray Vaccine Against Flu Acceptable in 2019 to 2020
Based on current data, AAP Board of Directors says either injection or nasal spray vaccination OK
E-Cigarettes May Threaten Goal of Achieving Tobacco Endgame
Concern increasing that use of newer tobacco products may catalyze transition to tobacco products, drugs
