January 2017 Briefing – Allergy
Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in Allergy for January 2017. This roundup includes the latest...
PD-1 Expression Tied to Chronic Rhinosinusitis With Nasal Polyps
Higher PD-1 expression in CRSwNP vs nasal tissue from controls; PD-1, IL-5 mRNA expression linked
Verapamil Benefits Chronic Rhinosinusitis With Nasal Polyps
Reduction in 22-item Sinonasal Outcome Test from baseline to week eight with verapamil hydrochloride
Strategies Presented for Addressing Uncompensated Time
Strategies include limiting tasks to those that require medical license, streamlining portal messages
Most PCPs Oppose Complete Repeal of the Affordable Care Act
Though many would support changes, only 15 percent want law completely dismantled
Atopic Dermatitis Linked to Risk of Alopecia Areata, Vitiligo
In large study of U.S. women, AD linked to increased risks of alopecia areata and vitiligo
Increased Risk of Obesity for Children With Asthma
Significantly increased risk of developing obesity in childhood and adolescence for children with asthma
Obesity Underrepresented in Medical Licensing Exams
Exam items primarily address diagnosis and treatment of obesity-related comorbid conditions
Current Asthma Ruled Out for One-in-Three Diagnosed Adults
Those in whom current asthma was ruled out less likely to have undergone testing for airflow limitation
Physician Excess Charges Create Financial Burden for Patients
Fees affect uninsured Americans, privately insured patients who use out-of-network physicians
