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A new rule proposed by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration suggests that the type size on packaged foods sold in vending machines be at least 1.5 times the size of the net weight declaration on the front of the package.

FDA Proposes New Rule on Food Labeling in Vending Machines

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Revised rule suggests that type size on packaged food must be 1.5 times size of net weight declaration
Patients do in fact care what doctors wear

Patients Care About the Clothes Doctors Wear

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New findings show that attire influenced satisfaction with clinical care
The Ten Questions screen is an effective way to screen HIV-positive children for neurodevelopmental problems in resource-poor areas

Ten Questions Screen Helps ID Disability in HIV+ Children

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Study shows it effectively IDs neurodevelopmental problems in resource-poor areas
Both high and low uric acid levels are associated with an increased risk of dying

Both High and Low Uric Acid Levels Tied to Higher Mortality

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Association showed increased risk of all-cause, cardiovascular, and cancer death
Talcum powder

Link for Asbestos-Free Talcum Powder, Cancer Not Clear

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Studies conducted in people have mixed results, with some indication of increased risk of ovarian cancer
A health professional presented with animal abuse by a child over 10 years of age should have increased concerns about abuse in the family

Physicians Should Be Aware of Animal, Child Abuse Link

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Children over 10 years of age who abuse an animal may be victims of child abuse
For patients with type 2 diabetes

Characteristics of Severe Hypoglycemia Identified in T2DM

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Increased odds of severe hypoglycemia with history of non-severe hypoglycemia, HbA1c <6 percent
A same-day appointment system can feasibly be introduced

Same-Day Appointment System Implemented in Health Network

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Lessons learned include importance of matching the changing needs of patients, honoring the patient
Liver disease-related deaths

Liver Disease-Related Deaths Up Sharply From 1999 to 2016

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Adults aged 25 to 34 show greatest relative increase in mortality, driven by alcoholic cirrhosis
Atopic dermatitis dramatically impacts the quality of life of patients

Atopic Dermatitis Places Heavy Burden on Patients

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Overall and mental health, life satisfaction all impacted, especially for moderate, severe disease