Azithromycin Given in Labor Cuts Maternal, Neonatal Infections
Lower incidence of maternal infections and lower overall prevalence of infections among newborns
Guidelines Developed for Use of Growth Hormone in Children
Guidance provided for children with idiopathic short stature, GH deficiency, primary IGF-I deficiency
Many VHA Patients Eligible for Lung Cancer Screening
Second study shows increase in lung cancer screening from 1.3 to 2.1 percent from 2010 to 2015
Mentally Stimulating Tasks May Lower Risk of MCI in Older Adults
Computer use, crafting, social activities, games all seem to improve brain health
CVD-Related Hospital Admissions Up Second Day After Snowstorm
Admissions for heart attack, chest pain, stroke 23 percent higher two days after major snowfall
Diabetes Mellitus Prevalence Higher in HIV-Infected Adults
Increased prevalence in HIV-infected subgroups, including women, those aged 20 to 44, non-obese
Cardiovascular Event Risks May Be Affected by Timing of Meals
American Heart Association report suggests eating more earlier in the day may be healthier
Smoking Imposes Heavy Burden on Global Economy
Tobacco-related diseases caused 12 percent of deaths among smokers aged 30 to 69 in 2012
Father Involvement Lacking in Pediatric Obesity Programs
Only four of 213 eligible studies suggested lack of fathers as a possible limitation
NATA Issues Clinical Guidance on Acute Skin Trauma in Sports
Guidelines intended for certified athletic trainer/others participating in athletic health care
