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CMS Finalizes Decision to Cover HPV Testing for Cervical Cancer

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AAFP encouraged CMS to consider coverage and follow through on proposal
The number of people with Alzheimer's disease is set to increase significantly in the United States due to the aging of the baby-boom generation

AAIC: As Baby Boomers Age, Alzheimer’s Rates Will Soar

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By 2050, half of that generation's survivors will have developed Alzheimer's, researchers predict
Many Americans with chronic pain who use alternative therapies -- such as acupuncture -- don't discuss these treatments with their doctors

Patients Not Talking About Using Alternative Therapies for Pain

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Although most said they'd let their physician know if asked, survey finds
Many American parents still have misconceptions about when their children should receive antibiotics and what the medications do

Antibiotic Misconceptions Still Common Among Parents

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Those with Medicaid insurance tend to know less about the drugs, researchers find
Early data suggest a test based on a patient's saliva might someday help detect Alzheimer's disease. The study was to be presented Sunday at the annual Alzheimer's Association International Conference

AAIC: Saliva Test May Help Spot Alzheimer’s

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Very small study shows some promise, but much more research will be needed
Reader questions about coding a new evaluation and management with modifier 25 and codes for three-dimensional mammograms are answered in an article published in Medical Economics.

Article Answers Reader Questions About Coding

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Two questions relate to new evaluation/management with modifier 25 and 3D mammography
An 810- and 940-nm diode laser is safe and efficacious for treating facial skin laxity

Diode Laser Safe, Effective for Treating Facial Skin Laxity

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Significant improvements in laxity of facial skin at one and three months after treatment
Among patients with diabetes

Extensive Nonadherence to Vaccine Guidelines in Diabetes

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Ubiquitous nonadherence to 2011 Advisory Committee's hepatitis B recommendation
The clinical features of citrin deficiency may mimic those of anorexia nervosa

Clinical Signs of Citrin Deficiency Mimic Anorexia Nervosa

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Case report describes 12-year-old girl admitted with anorexia and thinness who had citrin deficiency
The top five unnecessary tests and treatments have been identified in newborn medicine

The Top Five Unnecessary Tests, Treatments in Newborn Medicine

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Consensus reached on top five items that are overused as part of Choosing Wisely campaign