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Patient with urticarial rash with COVID-19.

COVID-19 and Urticaria: A Case Study

May 7, 2021

Cutaneous manifestations of COVID-19 are increasingly reported, with urticaria being one of the most common skin symptoms.

Oncology Information Center

Breast Implant-Associated Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma: An Update

Kristen Grippe, MPAS, PA-C

Elisabeth Duer, MPAS, PA-C

May 6, 2021

The occurrence rate of BIA-ALCL following breast augmentation with textured implants is variable, with the reported lifetime risk ranging from 1 in 355 to 1 in 86,029 patients.

Psychiatry Information Center

Q&A: How Has the COVID-19 Pandemic Affected Teen Mental Health?

Mary Beth Maslowski

May 3, 2021

The C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital National Poll on Children’s Health asked a national sample of parents about the emotional impact pandemic restrictions have had on their teens aged 13 to 18.

Infectious Diseases Information Center

COVID-19 Vaccine Mandates: Public and Expert Viewpoints

Tori Rodriquez, MA, LPC, AHC

April 29, 2021

With many Americans awaiting to be vaccinated, while others indicating they are unlikely to get the jab, we spoke with 2 experts for their perspectives regarding this controversial topic.

Dermatology Information Center

Scabies: A Case of Misdiagnosed Severe Itching

Joseph Monroe, MPAS, PA

April 29, 2021

This case illustrates key issues in the diagnosis and treatment of scabies, which, although common, is one of the most frequently misdiagnosed causes of severe, unremitting itching.

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NP/PA Practice Corner

Number of Nurse Practitioners Reaches Over 325,000

Nikki Kean

NPs provide patients with high-quality, comprehensive, patient-centered primary, acute, and specialty health care services in more than 1 billion patient visits each year.