CDC: Flu Season May Have Peaked
Milder strain of flu has been most common cause of cases this flu season.
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Aspirin for Cardiovascular Primary Prevention Tied to Major Bleeding
Aspirin may be linked to an increased risk of major bleeding and decreased risk of cardiovascular events in individuals without cardiovascular disease.
Low Birth Weight, Obesity Associated With Pregnancy Complications
Women who were born at a low birth weight and currently are overweight or obese were found to be at increased risk for complications of pregnancy, including preeclampsia, gestational hypertension, and gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM), according to a study published in Obesity. Researchers recruited women from the Screening for Pregnancy Endpoints (SCOPE) study between November 2004 and February…
ACIP Updates Recommendations for US Adult Immunization Schedule
The ACIP and CDC have approved and released 2019 recommendations for the adult immunization schedule in the US.
Hyperglycemia During Pregnancy May Affect Childhood Glucose and Insulin Resistance in Offspring
Maternal glycemia during pregnancy may influence childhood glucose and insulin resistance regardless of BMI and family history of diabetes.
Physical Activity Associated With Reduced Risk of Hepatocellular Carcinoma
Physical activity was found to be associated with a reduced risk for hepatocellular carcinoma.
WHO Names Anti-Vaccine Top Health Threat: Hysteresis May Describe Movement
WHO named vaccine hesitancy a top 10 threat to global health in 2019. Hysteresis may describe persistent skepticism.
Statin Therapy Often Not Initiated Before First Acute Coronary Syndrome Event
Data on adherence to the 2013 ACA/AHA cholesterol guidelines suggest significant underuse of appropriate-intensity statin therapy; however, data for statin use in primary prevention have been limited.
CDC: Flu Cases Hit 7 Million in the United States
Half of this number went to a doctor, while 69,000 to 84,000 people have been hospitalized.
Adverse Birth Outcomes Up for Women With H1N1 Flu in ICU
Pregnant women admitted to ICU with flu more likely to deliver preterm infants, low birth-weight infants.
Flu Vaccination Safe for Hospitalized Patients
With vaccination, risks reduced for readmission, outpatient visits, fever, clinical evaluations for infection.
Influenza Seroconversion Risk Factors in Adults Hospitalized for Pneumonia
Adults hospitalized for pneumonia who received an influenza vaccination during their stay were less likely to seroconvert if they had diabetes, bacterial detection, baseline seropositive titers for influenza B, or influenza vaccination in the previous season.
American Headache Society Releases Position Statement on Novel Preventive and Acute Migraine Treatments
The American Headache Society has issued updated guidelines on the use of novel preventive and acute treatments for migraine in adults.
Flu Vaccine Cuts Flu-Related Hospitalization in COPD Patients
Flu-positive patients have higher crude mortality and critical illness vs flu-negative patients.
Recent Nasal Preps Less Effective Than Vaccine for Pediatric Influenza
The quadrivalent LAIV4 is less effective than IIV against influenza A/H1N1pdm09 in all pediatric age groups.
In-Hospital Morbidity, Mortality Up With Flu in Heart Failure
Higher incidence seen for in-hospital mortality, acute respiratory failure, acute kidney injury.
Effect of Omega-3 Fatty Acid and/or Aspirin on Colorectal Adenoma Prevention
The omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acid eicosapentaenoic acid and aspirin were compared alone and in combination against placebo for the prevention of colorectal cancer.
Self-Sampling Strategy to Encourage Screening for High-Risk Human Papillomavirus
Women who used a self-screening assay for high-risk human papillomavirus had similar test results to those who were screened by a clinician.
Food Allergy in Children: A Public Health Concern
The prevalence of food allergy in US children has increased, including the number of emergency department visits as well as severe allergic reaction responses, reflecting a growing public health concern.
Cesarean Delivery Outcomes May Influence Risk for Early Childhood Overweight
Elective cesarean delivery may influence the risk of early childhood overweight.
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