Parents Say Cancer Prevention Best Reason for HPV Vaccination
Findings based on large survey of parents to assess best, worst reasons for vaccination
More Cash-Pay Patients Means Docs Need Billing Strategies
Trend is requiring providers to proactively develop comprehensive policies
FIRS: Guidance Offered for Protecting Youth From E-Cigarettes
E-cigarettes should be regulated as tobacco products; their sale to youth should be banned worldwide
Some Neonatal Risks for Lithium Exposure in Pregnancy
Increased risk of neonatal readmission and major malformations for lithium-exposed pregnancy
NIH Initiative Aims to Address Opioid Misuse Over Long Term
'Helping to End Addiction Long-Term' will focus on goals of improving addiction tx and pain management
Pharmacologic Tx Should Be Used Sparingly for Reflux in Preemies
Poor evidence of efficacy and evidence of harm with pharmacologic agents for gastroesophageal reflux
Considerable Costs Associated With Switching EHR
Costs include time needed for research and testing, maintenance and other fees, hardware updates
Increased Levels of Distress for Firearm Victimization
Likelihood of reporting severe distress up for firearm victimizations versus those involving other weapons
Prevalence of Obesity 17.8 Percent for Youth in 2013 to 2016
Prevalence of severe obesity significantly higher among U.S. youth in non-metropolitan statistical areas
AMA Vows to Improve Access for Docs Seeking Mental Health Care
New policy recommends state licensing boards to only inquire about current conditions
