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The number of measles cases in the United States continues to climb

Measles Diagnosis for Five Infants at Illinois Day Care

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Health officials don't know if infections are related to outbreak tied to Disney parks in California
Researchers say giving birth control information to women visiting dermatology clinics can help promote the safe use of isotretinoin. The study was published online Feb. 4 in JAMA Dermatology.

Contraception Info Given With Isotretinoin Rx Ups Safe Use

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Effective birth control key in using the medication
The tragic shooting of surgeon Michael Davidson can be used as an opportunity to find meaning in tragedy

Perspective on Dr. Davidson: ‘Be Like Mike’

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Michael Davidson took on highest risk patients, sought to extend lives in cases deemed 'hopeless'
Although fewer Americans are smoking and more communities have smoke-free laws

Secondhand Smoke Exposure Down But Still Too High

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Two out of five children breathing in secondhand smoke
Pregnancy outcomes are similar for women who have received a kidney transplant

Pregnancy Outcomes Similar for Adult, Child Kidney Transplant

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Results similar for women who received organ whether as a child or an adult

January 2015 Briefing – Pediatrics

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Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in Pediatrics for January 2015. This roundup includes the latest...
Only 15 percent of newborns with an estimated gestational age of ≥34 weeks have a well-child visit within the recommended time frame

Few Newborns Have Early Well-Child Visit

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Readmission rate reduced for newborns who have first well-child visit within recommended time frame
Estrogen and estradiol may help protect against lead's harmful effects on the frontal areas of the brain

Estrogen May Lessen Cognitive Effects of Lead Exposure

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May explain why lead exposure is less likely to cause brain damage in girls than in boys
At one Canadian children's hospital

Medication Issues Behind One in 12 Pediatric ER Visits

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Adverse reactions, misuse are the common culprits
Patient engagement initiatives can decrease costs without sacrificing quality care

Patient Engagement Can Cut Costs, Improve Outcomes

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Initiatives can decrease hospital visits, cut morbidity and mortality, up treatment adherence