AAP: Hep B Vaccine to Be Given Within First 24 Hours of Life
Birth vaccine should be given for all medically stable infants weighing ≥2,000 g
ApoB Levels More Closely Tied to Reduced CVD Events Than LDL
Change in apoB levels may be better predictor of clinical response than LDL-C, HDL-C levels
Low Rate of Recurrence Seen for Serious Reactions to Vaccines
Findings add to evidence of safety of childhood immunizations, pediatricians say
Estrogen Via Patch Superior for Menopausal Sexual Symptoms
Transdermal, not oral, estrogen modestly improved sexual function in early postmenopausal women
FDA Cites ‘Significant Deviations’ at Florida Stem Cell Clinic
Agency concerned about 'significant deviations from current good manufacturing practice requirements'
Options Available for Estrogen Depletion After Breast Cancer
Women should be encouraged to optimize lifestyle and should not be treated with hormone therapy
Younger Adults, Especially Men, Lag in HTN Treatment, Control
Only four in 10 with the condition get it under control, researchers say
Less Than Half of Seniors With A-Fib Receive Anticoagulants
Increase in overall anticoagulant use over time, mainly due to increase in new oral anticoagulants
Community Consumption Comprises Most Antibacterial Use
Higher proportion of community consumption in countries with high levels of total consumption
Canakinumab 150 mg Tied to Reduced Rate of Cardiac Events
150-mg dose met prespecified threshold for significance for primary and secondary end points
