Biden Invokes Defense Act to Boost Supply of Infant Formula
Federal government can now use commercial aircraft or air cargo planes owned by the DoD to transport infant formula from countries abroad.
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Tailored Cognitive Therapy Helps Black Women With Insomnia Symptoms
Researchers sought to compare the efficacy of a standard version of an internet-delivered CBT-I program, a culturally tailored version, and a sleep education control at improving insomnia symptoms.
Preexisting Cardiovascular Conditions Tied to Severe COVID-19 in Children
Researchers examined associations between previous or preexisting cardiovascular conditions and severity of COVID-19 in pediatric patients.
Smokers Who Shift to Vaping May Improve Other Health Measures
The researchers found that among individuals who were smokers at age 30 years, more than one-third (36%) adopted vaping some or all of the time by age 39 years.
Loss of Smell, Taste Less Likely With Newer COVID-19 Variants
Lower risk for developing chemosensory loss observed with alpha, delta, and omicron variants.
Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine Booster Dose Authorized for 5 to 11 Year-Olds
The Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine can be administered as a single booster dose to individuals 5 to 11 years of age at least 5 months after completion of the primary series.
What Fish Is Best to Eat During Pregnancy?
The FDA and EPA have issued advice on how much and what kind of fish to eat when pregnant or breastfeeding and in children.
Top April 2022 FDA Approvals
April 2022 FDA approvals include treatments for pediatric urinary tract infections, topical rosacea, vulvovaginal candidiasis, and various types of cancer.
Vaccine Effectiveness Modest for Children & Teens During Omicron
BNT162b2 vaccine effectiveness against symptomatic infection modest and declined rapidly, was higher after booster dose in teens.
Risk for Type 1 MI Hospitalization Increased With Prediabetes
Younger adults with prediabetes have increased odds of T1MI, but do not have increased risk for MACCE.
Nurses Hail Leniency for Nurse Vaught
RaDonda Vaught has been sentenced to 3 years of probation; nursing community grateful for Judge’s leniency.
Mental-Physical Multimorbidity Associates With Decreased Life Expectancy
In this study, mental disorders were determined using data from the Danish Psychiatric Central Research Register and general medical conditions from the Danish National Patient Register.
FDA Moves to Ease Nationwide Shortage of Baby Formula
The agency’s latest moves should help ease the dire situation many mothers face.
Wuling Capsule for Insomnia Treatment in Adults: How Safe and Effective Is It?
In a retrospective, systematic review, researchers assessed the effectiveness and safety profile of Wuling for the treatment of insomnia.
Lack of Asthma Control More Likely With COVID-19-Related Anxiety
Second study shows most parents of children with food allergy report unchanged or decreased food allergy-specific anxiety during pandemic.
What Is the Clinical Course for Pediatric Patients With Asparaginase-Associated Pancreatitis?
A team of researchers assessed the clinical characteristics and short-term outcomes of children with asparaginase-associated pancreatitis.
Early Anti-TNF Therapy Helps Reduce Health Care Utilization in Crohn Disease
Researchers compared the difference in overall health care utilization in patients with IBD who started anti-TNF therapy 2 years vs more than 2 years postdiagnosis.
Pregnancy With Cirrhosis Increased in US, Linked to Maternal and Perinatal Outcomes
Researchers compared maternal and perinatal outcomes in US pregnant patients with cirrhosis, noncirrhotic chronic liver disease (CLD), and without CLD.
Recent Cancer Treatment Linked to Worse COVID-19 Outcomes
A history of cancer more than 1 year before COVID-19 diagnosis not tied to increased mortality or hospitalization.
Colonoscopy Before Age 50 May Cut Colorectal Cancer Risk in Women
Reduced risk seen with earlier initiation of endoscopy, including lower risk for colorectal cancer diagnosed in women before 55 years of age.
Hypertensive Disorders of Pregnancy Tied to Increased CVD Risk Later in Life
Established CVD risk factors account for 57% and 84% of the increased rate of CVD for patients with hypertensive disorders of pregnancy including preeclampsia and gestational hypertension.
ACC Issues Expert Guidance for Cardiovascular Sequelae After SARS-CoV-2 Infection
The American College of Cardiology has published guidelines for managing adult patients with cardiovascular sequelae after COVID-19 infection.
COVID-19 Drug Paxlovid Might Also Fight Long COVID
Series of case reports shows some success with Paxlovid in treating patients with long COVID.
Efficacy of Different Acupuncture Therapies for Primary Insomnia
In a systematic review and meta-analysis, researchers compared and evaluated the effect differences of multiple acupuncture therapies for patients with primary insomnia.
Warning Letters Sent to Companies Marketing Delta-8 THC Products as Treatments
The FDA has expressed serious concerns related to the potential health effects for patients who have consumed delta-8 THC products.
Inappropriate Antibiotic Rx for Minority and Older Patients Remains High
Approximately 64% of antibiotics prescribed for Black patients and 58% for Hispanic/LatinX patients were deemed inappropriate by the study authors.
Screening Tool Combats Food Insecurity and Pediatric Obesity
The aim of the study was to identify individuals with food insecurity and establish processes to refer patients and families to federal and community resources.
Depression and Anxiety Reported in Teens With Type 1 Diabetes
Teens with type 1 diabetes should be screened for anxiety and depression at regular clinic visits, especially those who are newly diagnosed.
FDA Clears Automated, Wearable 3D Breast Ultrasound Device
In 2 minutes, the portable ATUSA system automatically scans the entire breast volume and provides 3D visualization of the breast tissue.
Voquezna Triple, Dual Pak Approved for H. Pylori Infection Treatment
The approval was based on data from a phase 3 study that compared Voquezna Triple and Dual Pak with lansoprazole plus amoxicillin and clarithromycin.
Prevalence of Global Malnutrition in Children With Cerebral Palsy
In a systematic review and meta-analysis, researchers estimated the prevalence of malnutrition and nutritional deficiencies in children with cerebral palsy.
COVID-19 Treatments for Hospitalized Children and Adolescents
Expert provides updates on pharmacologic treatments for COVID-19 infection in hospitalized children and teens.
Pediatric APRN Workforce Faces Constrained Pipeline
NAPNAP experts discuss ways to recover from burnout and a constrained APRN workforce pipeline.
Direct Billing Guide for NPs Developed at CHOP
Guide for NPs transitioning to the expanding role of direct billing shows success at CHOP emergency department.
Metformin and Improved Clinical Outcomes in Comorbid Heart Failure and Diabetes
Researchers sought to evaluate the relationship between initiation of metformin and sulfonylurea therapy and clinical outcomes in patients with HF and diabetes.
Moderna Submits Request for Emergency Use of COVID-19 Vaccine for Young Children
The KidCOVE study included children 6 months to less than 6 years of age who received either two 25mcg doses of mRNA-1273 or placebo, separated by 28 days.
Has the COVID-19 Pandemic Disrupted Routine Immunization Services?
As the medical field shifted its priorities to treating COVID-19 at the start of the pandemic, routine immunization was one of the many medical fields to experience disruption. What was the scope of this disruption and what are possible ways to address it?
Inflammatory Effect of Diesel Exhaust Exposure in Ex-Smokers With COPD
How does short-term exposure to traffic-related air pollution affect individuals with COPD — and are there factors that make a negative response more likely?
PA Salaries Increased by 4.5% in 2021, AAPA Salary Survey Shows
PA salaries rebounded in 2021 from a slight dip in 2020, AAPA salary survey shows.
FDA Proposes Ban on Menthol Cigarettes, Flavored Cigars
Research has shown that menthol cigarettes are harder to quit than traditional tobacco products.
USPSTF Issues Recommendations on Aspirin Use to Prevent Cardiovascular Disease
These recommendations only apply to individuals who do not have a history of CVD and are not already taking daily aspirin.
miRNA May Help Detect Children at Increased Genetic Risk for Type 1 Diabetes
A team of researchers investigated whether changes in microRNA levels could be detected in whole-blood samples from children with HLA-conferred risk of type 1 diabetes.
Adhering to a Mediterranean-Style Diet May Lower Preeclampsia Risk
The study authors sought to examine whether adhering to the Mediterranean diet will lower the risk of preeclampsia, including in Black patients.
COVID-19 and Racism Associated With Postpartum Depression in Black Mothers
The likelihood of screening for postpartum depression was associated with negative COVID-19 experiences and higher interpersonal racism.
Veklury Approval Expanded to Include COVID-19 Treatment in Younger Children
The approval was supported by data from a phase 2/3 CARAVAN study.
Explaining How Anxiety Affects IBS to Patients
Patients living with IBS require a full understanding of what triggers and affects their gut in a negative way. What role do stress and anxiety play in IBS development and symptom severity?
IL-17 vs TNF Inhibitors for New Biologic Agent Users With Psoriatic Disease
The long-term persistence of various biologic agents in treating psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis are investigated.
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease in Patients With Severe Asthma
Are patients with asthma more susceptible to the effects of GERD due to epithelial dysfunction associated with asthma?
Advanced Practice Provider Advancement Program at CHOP Shows Success
New program enhances professional development and leadership for advanced practice providers at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.
Eating 6 Prunes a Day Prevents Bone Loss in Patients With Osteoporosis
Eating prunes daily may protect against bone loss, osteoporosis in postmenopausal women.
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