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For children with polyarticular juvenile idiopathic arthritis

TNF Inhibitors May Not Modify Polyarticular JIA Disease Process

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High relapse rate particularly after discontinuation of tumor necrosis factor inhibitor before methotrexate
Many people with migraines

Many Migraine Sufferers Given Ineffective, Addictive Meds

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Opioids a poor choice, especially for children, doctors say
Payment with virtual credit cards is associated with considerable fees

Virtual Credit Card Fees Amount to 3 to 5 Percent of Payments

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Physicians often unaware of revenue lost to VCCs; AMA advocating for more transparency
Although surgical removal of the appendix has long been a standard treatment

Antibiotics May Be Enough for Some Appendicitis Patients

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About 80 percent of patients can try medication first, researchers say
Despite the availability of medications proven to ease migraines in children

Many Youth With Migraine May Be Missing Out on Right Rx

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Nearly half don't get any pain medications at all, researcher adds
Inappropriate prescribing of intravenous (IV) fluids most often involves incorrect volumes and types of IV fluids prescribed

Review Examines Inappropriate Prescribing of IV Fluids

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Most common type of inappropriate prescribing is incorrect volumes and types of fluids
Direct secure messaging

Direct Messaging Not Yet Widely Adopted by Physicians

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Secure messaging protocol allows for easy communication; meets HIPPA privacy, security rules
Many American children and teens aren't consuming enough liquids -- especially water -- and that lack of hydration could affect their physical and mental health

Daily Water Intake Not Adequate for Many U.S. Children

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Under-hydration can pose real health risks for children, study authors say
In a move that it says is designed to protect the heart health of Americans

FDA: Food Manufacturers Have 3 Years to Remove Trans Fats

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Agency gives manufacturers three years to remove partially hydrogenated oils
A potentially hazardous form of marijuana use called "dabbing" is growing in popularity across the United States

Risky Pot ‘Dabbing’ Method Growing in Popularity

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Fires and even explosions have been linked to this practice, experts say