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Pregnancy Outcomes Similar for Adult, Child Kidney Transplant
Results similar for women who received organ whether as a child or an adult
Many Americans Suffering in Final Year of Life
Significant increase in symptoms, despite efforts to improve end-of-life care
Two Pneumococcal Vaccines Advised for Seniors
ACIP advises both Prevnar 13, Pneumovax 23 vaccines for adults 65 and older
New Guidelines Issued for Treatment of Allergic Rhinitis
Testing is recommended, sinus imaging is not
Work-Related Asthma Underdiagnosed
People seem to be worried about how disease might affect their employment, income
Tips Provided for Transitional Care Management Code Usage
Given the increased Medicare reimbursement for these codes, it is worth setting up billing process
Review: Hormonal Rx Not Indicated As Acne Monotherapy
May include spironolactone, flutamide, low-dose glucocorticoids, GnRH agonists
Many Scientifically Inclined Prefer Certain Religious Accounts
Those with post-secular perspective view science and religion favorably
ACS-NSQIP Report Cards Don’t Appear to Provide Much Benefit
Better use of data to implement change is needed, researchers suggest
‘Battlefield’ Blood Transfusion Deemed More Beneficial
Balanced mix of blood products developed in combat arenas better than regular transfusions
