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New Therapy for Blepharitis
Blepharitis and its comorbid ocular surface disease conditions are routinely encountered by ophthalmologists. What new antibiotic therapy is available?
Experts And Viewpoints, July 9, 2009
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Determining the Genetic Origin of the 2009 A(H1N1) "Swine" Flu
Dr. Ali Torkamani comments on a study published in Science discussing the genetic origin of the 2009 "swine flu" and the implications for future flu surveillance.
Experts And Viewpoints, July 9, 2009
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Thrombocytopenia Associated With the use of Anti-Tumor Necrosis Factor-α Agents for Psoriasis
The prevalence of thrombocytopenia is unusually high for patients taking anti-TNF-α agents for psoriasis and/or psoriatic arthritis.
Experts And Viewpoints, July 9, 2009
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Changes in Environmental Tobacco Smoke Exposure and Asthma Morbidity Among Urban School Children
These findings emphasize the importance of ETS exposure reduction as a mechanism to improve asthma control and morbidity.
Journal Article, July 6, 2009
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Validity of Asthma Control Test for Asthma Control Assessment in Chinese Primary Care Settings
Is ACT a valid test for Chinese patients?
Journal Article, July 6, 2009
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Two Strategies to Treat Humoral Rejection
In this video blog, Ron Shapiro, MD, University of Pittsburgh, discusses results of a study that compared high-dose IVIG with plasmapheresis/IVIG in the treatment of antibody-mediated rejection.
Experts And Viewpoints, July 3, 2009
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Quantifying the 'Hidden' Lactose in Drugs Used for the Treatment of Gastrointestinal Conditions
Lactose intolerance affects 70% of the world population. Yet, lactose is found in many medications. The object of this study was to identify and quantify the amount of lactose in medications used for the treatment of gastrointestinal disorders, and to identify 'lactose-free' preparations.
Journal Article, July 1, 2009
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Asthma and Ethnic Minorities: Socioeconomic Status and Beyond
How does socioeconomic status influence the prevalence and severity of asthma in ethnic minorities?
Journal Article, June 30, 2009
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Seasonal and Pandemic Influenza Surveillance Considerations for Constructing Multicomponent Systems
Surveillance for influenza must take into account a constantly changing virus, the pervasiveness of infection, and the nonspecificity and range of clinical illness.
Journal Article, June 29, 2009
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Promising Novel Immunotherapies and Combinations for Prostate Cancer
Therapeutic cancer vaccine research is in the active preclinical and clinical investigation stages. Novel therapies have recently come to the forefront of prostate cancer research.
Journal Article, June 26, 2009
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As Novel H1N1 Influenza Reaches Pandemic Level, Public Health Preparedness Efforts Build
A multidisciplinary expert panel on Human Swine Flu (H1N1) and Novel Influenza Pandemics held at NYAS drew attention to worldwide, national, and local surveillance and preparedness efforts.
Experts And Viewpoints, June 26, 2009
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Antiviral Resistance in Influenza Viruses Circulating in Central and South America Based on the Detection of Established Genetic Markers
Recent studies reveal an alarming increase in inhibitor resistant viral strains worldwide.
Journal Article, June 24, 2009
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Bronchiolitis: Age and Previous Wheezing Episodes Are Linked to Viral Etiology and Atopic Characteristics
In children with bronchiolitis, 2 clinical factors, age and number of previous wheezing episodes, are linked to inflammatory and virologic risk factors of asthma.
Journal Article, June 24, 2009
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Impact of Environmental Tobacco Smoke and Active Tobacco Smoking on the Development and Outcomes of Asthma and Rhinitis
The harmful effect of tobacco smoking is not only on asthma, but also on rhinitis playing a role in disease outcomes.
Journal Article, June 22, 2009
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Familial Predisposition to Monoclonal Gammopathy of Unknown Significance, Waldenström's Macroglobulinemia, and Multiple Myeloma
The medical literature contains reports of around 130 families with two or more cases of MM, MGUS, or WM. This report discusses cases with genetic backgrounds of immunoglobulin-producing cells.
Journal Article, June 22, 2009
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Concomitant Therapy for Acne in Patients With Skin of Color: A Case-Based Approach
Acne affects individuals of all races and ethnicities. Patients with skin of color present a unique challenge, particularly due to the potential for post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation.
Journal Article, June 22, 2009
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Novel Type of Streptococcus pneumoniae Causing Multidrug-Resistant Acute Otitis Media in Children
Over the past decade, multidrug-resistant clones of S. pneumoniae have rapidly emerged. The authors characterized the molecular type of strains recently isolated from children with AOM.
Journal Article, June 19, 2009
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Common Variable Immunodeficiency: A Multifaceted and Puzzling Disorder
Common variable immunodeficiency (CVID) encompasses a group of genetic disorders that is characterised by hypogammaglobulinemia, increased suceptability to infections and a variety of sequelae.
Journal Article, June 18, 2009
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Hepatitis E Vaccine: Current Status and Future Prospects
What are the latest updates on the development of the hepatitis E vaccine?
Journal Article, June 18, 2009
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A 2-Year-Old With Anisocoria
What condition do you suspect is present in this 2-year-old girl with a dilated left pupil?
Clinical Case, June 18, 2009
