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A case before the Supreme Court is potentially threatening patient confidentiality

AMA: Case Before Supreme Court Threatens Patient Privacy

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Case involves Medical Board obtaining three years of prescribing history for doctor, after single complaint
Children born by planned cesarean delivery appear to have slightly higher odds of developing asthma than those born through vaginal delivery

Asthma Risk Up Slightly for Planned C-Section Children

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But second study finds countries with low C-section rates had higher mortality rates for infants, mothers
Adding metformin to insulin therapy won't boost glycemic control for overweight teens with type 1 diabetes

Metformin Does Not Boost Glycemic Control in T1DM

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Small, but temporary, beneficial effect from metformin was seen early on
For children with obstructive sleep apnea syndrome

Benefits for Intra-, Extracapsular Tonsillectomy in Peds OSA

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Comparable outcomes for intra- and extracapsular tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy
Burnout is a growing problem among American doctors

Burnout Rates on the Rise for Physicians

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Surveys show a nearly 10 percent increase across a range of specialties in the United States

November 2015 Briefing – Pediatrics

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Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in Pediatrics for November 2015. This roundup includes the latest...
A new analysis suggests that parents who set rules and keep tabs on their teenagers may have kids who are more cautious about sex. The meta-analysis was published online Nov. 30 in Pediatrics.

Parental Involvement Does Impact Risky Teen Behavior

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Teens tend to delay sex if Mom and Dad keep an eye on what they're doing, who they're with
The companionship of a dog may lower a child's anxiety levels

Having a Dog in the Home Can Ease Children’s Anxiety Levels

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Children with pets less likely to test positive for anxiety than those without
Each $1 per pack increase in the overall tobacco tax rate over the years 1999 to 2010 may have contributed to two fewer infant deaths each day

Higher Cigarette Taxes Linked to Lower Infant Mortality

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U.S. study suggests pregnant women may be less likely to smoke if tobacco prices are higher
Pricing and availability strategies can improve nutritional quality of purchases from vending machines

Review: Changes in Vending Machines Can Promote Health

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Reducing prices and increasing availability increases sales of healthier choices