Esketamine gets the green light for depression

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The FDA approves intranasal esketamine for refractory major depressive disorder. A behavioral intervention improves physical activity in patients with diabetes. Groups of physicians produce more accurate diagnoses than individuals. And there’s a new target for reducing sodium consumption.
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The FDA approves intranasal esketamine for refractory major depressive disorder. A behavioral intervention improves physical activity in patients with diabetes. Groups of physicians produce more accurate diagnoses than individuals. And there’s a new target for reducing sodium consumption.
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The FDA approves intranasal esketamine for refractory major depressive disorder. A behavioral intervention improves physical activity in patients with diabetes. Groups of physicians produce more accurate diagnoses than individuals. And there’s a new target for reducing sodium consumption.
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The Oscars of contact allergens

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Dermatologists name isobornyl acrylate as the 2019 contact allergen of the year. Multiple sclerosis prevalence estimates reach their highest point to date. ASCO issues a new guideline for early detection and management of colorectal cancer in average-risk patients. And food allergies at age 1 often disappear by age 6.

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Dermatologists name isobornyl acrylate as the 2019 contact allergen of the year. Multiple sclerosis prevalence estimates reach their highest point to date. ASCO issues a new guideline for early detection and management of colorectal cancer in average-risk patients. And food allergies at age 1 often disappear by age 6.

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Dermatologists name isobornyl acrylate as the 2019 contact allergen of the year. Multiple sclerosis prevalence estimates reach their highest point to date. ASCO issues a new guideline for early detection and management of colorectal cancer in average-risk patients. And food allergies at age 1 often disappear by age 6.

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Is flu season winding down?

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Flu season shows signs of peaking. Watch for depression symptom trajectory in high-risk young adults. ACOG: Avoid inductions before 39 weeks unless medically necessary. And malpractice suits are less frequent – but more costly.

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Flu season shows signs of peaking. Watch for depression symptom trajectory in high-risk young adults. ACOG: Avoid inductions before 39 weeks unless medically necessary. And malpractice suits are less frequent – but more costly.

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Flu season shows signs of peaking. Watch for depression symptom trajectory in high-risk young adults. ACOG: Avoid inductions before 39 weeks unless medically necessary. And malpractice suits are less frequent – but more costly.

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Antibiotic delay is deadly in elderly patients with UTI

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Delaying antibiotics in elderly patients with urinary tract infections is linked to higher sepsis, death rates. A pilot study of smartphone-based visual tests shows promise in multiple sclerosis. Myeloma therapies raise cardiovascular risks. And sperm counts are largely stable after adjuvant treatment of early testicular cancer.

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Delaying antibiotics in elderly patients with urinary tract infections is linked to higher sepsis, death rates. A pilot study of smartphone-based visual tests shows promise in multiple sclerosis. Myeloma therapies raise cardiovascular risks. And sperm counts are largely stable after adjuvant treatment of early testicular cancer.

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Delaying antibiotics in elderly patients with urinary tract infections is linked to higher sepsis, death rates. A pilot study of smartphone-based visual tests shows promise in multiple sclerosis. Myeloma therapies raise cardiovascular risks. And sperm counts are largely stable after adjuvant treatment of early testicular cancer.

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Progress stalls in HIV prevention

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The CDC says the United States has hit a plateau with HIV infections. The feds’ infectious disease leadership testifies on the measles outbreaks. Big pharma tells Congress it can’t drop drug list prices alone. And why there may be too much screening for Barrett’s esophagus in patients with uncomplicated GERD.

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The CDC says the United States has hit a plateau with HIV infections. The feds’ infectious disease leadership testifies on the measles outbreaks. Big pharma tells Congress it can’t drop drug list prices alone. And why there may be too much screening for Barrett’s esophagus in patients with uncomplicated GERD.

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The CDC says the United States has hit a plateau with HIV infections. The feds’ infectious disease leadership testifies on the measles outbreaks. Big pharma tells Congress it can’t drop drug list prices alone. And why there may be too much screening for Barrett’s esophagus in patients with uncomplicated GERD.

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Will having fewer primary care physicians shorten Americans’ lifespans?

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Primary care physician growth trails population growth, and it could impact U.S. life expectancy. Opportunities are being missed for advance care planning for elderly ICU patients. Insulin-treated diabetes in pregnancy carries a strong preterm risk. And U.S. measles cases are up to 159 for the year.

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Primary care physician growth trails population growth, and it could impact U.S. life expectancy. Opportunities are being missed for advance care planning for elderly ICU patients. Insulin-treated diabetes in pregnancy carries a strong preterm risk. And U.S. measles cases are up to 159 for the year.

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Primary care physician growth trails population growth, and it could impact U.S. life expectancy. Opportunities are being missed for advance care planning for elderly ICU patients. Insulin-treated diabetes in pregnancy carries a strong preterm risk. And U.S. measles cases are up to 159 for the year.

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Sesame allergy’s surprising threat

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U.S. sesame allergy prevalence tops some tree nut allergies’ rates. Teens are likely to mimic their parents’ opioid use. Smoking cessation could delay or prevent rheumatoid arthritis. And death data spur a boxed warning for the gout drug febuxistat.
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U.S. sesame allergy prevalence tops some tree nut allergies’ rates. Teens are likely to mimic their parents’ opioid use. Smoking cessation could delay or prevent rheumatoid arthritis. And death data spur a boxed warning for the gout drug febuxistat.
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U.S. sesame allergy prevalence tops some tree nut allergies’ rates. Teens are likely to mimic their parents’ opioid use. Smoking cessation could delay or prevent rheumatoid arthritis. And death data spur a boxed warning for the gout drug febuxistat.
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Trump targets abortion by denying family planning funds

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The Trump administration bars federal funds for clinics that provide abortion counseling or referrals. Physician PAC dollars support candidates who don’t back gun regulation. Consider obesity as a cardiovascular disease risk factor in children. And the final ‘Vision’ report addresses maintenance of certification woes.

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The Trump administration bars federal funds for clinics that provide abortion counseling or referrals. Physician PAC dollars support candidates who don’t back gun regulation. Consider obesity as a cardiovascular disease risk factor in children. And the final ‘Vision’ report addresses maintenance of certification woes.

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The Trump administration bars federal funds for clinics that provide abortion counseling or referrals. Physician PAC dollars support candidates who don’t back gun regulation. Consider obesity as a cardiovascular disease risk factor in children. And the final ‘Vision’ report addresses maintenance of certification woes.

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Enteral therapy can reverse Crohn’s disease

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Consider enteral therapy in Crohn’s disease, with caveats. A lawsuit against ABIM draws $200,000 in donation support. A combination model predicts imminent preeclampsia. And the FDA wants more safety data on 12 sunscreen active ingredients.
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Consider enteral therapy in Crohn’s disease, with caveats. A lawsuit against ABIM draws $200,000 in donation support. A combination model predicts imminent preeclampsia. And the FDA wants more safety data on 12 sunscreen active ingredients.
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Consider enteral therapy in Crohn’s disease, with caveats. A lawsuit against ABIM draws $200,000 in donation support. A combination model predicts imminent preeclampsia. And the FDA wants more safety data on 12 sunscreen active ingredients.
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Good news on antipsychotics and birth defects

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Antipsychotics show no link to increased risk of major congenital malformations. Boomers will spike U.S. health costs, but growing uninsured will soften their impact. Don’t miss early joint involvement in psoriasis. And an algorithm provides practical clinical guidance on managing diabetes.

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Antipsychotics show no link to increased risk of major congenital malformations. Boomers will spike U.S. health costs, but growing uninsured will soften their impact. Don’t miss early joint involvement in psoriasis. And an algorithm provides practical clinical guidance on managing diabetes.

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Antipsychotics show no link to increased risk of major congenital malformations. Boomers will spike U.S. health costs, but growing uninsured will soften their impact. Don’t miss early joint involvement in psoriasis. And an algorithm provides practical clinical guidance on managing diabetes.

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