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Mupirocin Resistance May Be Common in MRSA Clinical Isolates
A survey showed a relatively high rate of mupirocin resistance, and a second study showed increasing resistance to ciprofloxacin among E coli isolates despite targeted interventions.
Medscape Medical News, July 2008
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CME/CE
Influenza Guidelines Updated
The updated guidelines for prevention and control of influenza now recommend that annual vaccination be given to all children aged 5 to 18 years in the 2008 to 2009 influenza season.
Medscape Medical News, July 2008
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CME/CE
High Fiber in Pregnancy Cuts Risk of Preeclampsia
The results of a new study suggest that higher intake of total fiber may reduce the risk for preeclampsia in pregnant women.
Medscape Medical News, July 2008
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Bivalent CMV DNA Vaccine Shows Promise in Phase 1 Trial
A bivalent DNA vaccine against cytomegalovirus (CMV) has immunogenic potential and appears to be safe in healthy CMV-seropositive and -seronegative adults, according to results of a phase 1, multicenter, open-label, dose-escalating trial reported in the June 15 issue of the Journal of Infectious Diseases.
Reuters Health Information, July 2008
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Organochlorine Exposure Alters Thyroid Function in Preschoolers
Environmental exposure to organochlorine compounds affects thyroid function in preschool children, according to a report from Spain in the July issue of Occupational and Environmental Medicine.
Reuters Health Information, July 2008
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Adolescents, an Underserved Group, Have Low Immunization Rates
Many adolescents do not receive recommended immunizations, the National Vaccine Advisory Committee (NVAC) reports.
Reuters Health Information, July 2008
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Pathologists Respond to Criticism After Breast Cancer Testing Errors
Experts say staffing and funding constraints made the blunders more likely and oncologists must remain vigilant and verify test results.
Medscape Medical News, July 2008
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Race and Location Play Strong Role in Cancer Survival
High-income countries tend to have significantly higher rates of cancer survival than low-income countries, and there are also substantial disparities in survival between white and black patients in the United States.
Medscape Medical News, July 2008
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Guidelines Issued to Prevent Misuse of Research in Human Genetic Variation
Ten guiding principles from a multidisciplinary expert panel include a statement that there is no scientific basis for hierarchically ordered categories of race or ethnicity.
Medscape Medical News, July 2008
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In Utero Exposure to Polychlorinated Biphenyls Linked to Sex of Infant
A new study shows that women exposed to high levels of PCBs were significantly less likely to give birth to male children than were women exposed to lower levels.
Medscape Medical News, July 2008
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Internet Trafficking of Controlled Prescription Drugs Remains Extensive
Prescription opioids, stimulants, and CNS depressants are widely available online, and 85% of Web sites selling these controlled drugs do not require a prescription.
Medscape Medical News, July 2008
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CME
Kidney Disease Linked to Lower Medication Use Post-MI
Kidney disease is linked to lower medication use after myocardial infarction, but this is unlikely to explain the worse long-term outcomes, a new study suggests.
Medscape Medical News, July 2008
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CME
Therapy With Methotrexate and Etanercept Effective in Rheumatoid Arthritis
A combination trial of methotrexate and etanercept in rheumatoid arthritis shows that this therapy is effective in clinical remission and radiographic nonprogression of the disease.
Medscape Medical News, July 2008
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CME/CE
Salmeterol May Increase Risk for Serious Adverse Events in Patients With Asthma
A Cochrane systematic review shows that salmeterol increases the risk for serious adverse events in patients with asthma.
Medscape Medical News, July 2008
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CME
Prompt Prophylaxis Key After Influenza A Outbreaks in Long-Term Care Facilities
For effective control of an outbreak of influenza A at a long-term care facility, amantadine chemoprophylaxis should be started within 5 days of onset of the outbreak.
Reuters Health Information, July 2008
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CME
Guidelines Issued for Prevention and Treatment of Stroke in Children
The American Heart Association Stroke Council has issued evidence-based recommendations for the prevention, evaluation, and management of ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke in children.
Medscape Medical News, July 2008
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HIV Vaccine Trial Cancelled
The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases has decided not to move forward with the PAVE 100 HIV vaccine trial because it says the vaccine regimen does not warrant a large trial at this time.
Medscape Medical News, July 2008
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Senate Votes to Repeal Ban on HIV-Infected Visitors and Immigrants
The U.S. Senate voted on Wednesday to repeal the law barring HIV-infected visitors and immigrants from the country, an action applauded by numerous human rights organizations.
Reuters Health Information, July 2008
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Tony Snow Death Draws Media Attention to Colon Cancer
Mourners said goodbye to the newsman-turned-White House press secretary at his funeral today. Dead at just 53, some are questioning whether his passing could have been delayed.
Medscape Medical News, July 2008
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CME
Zinc Supplementation May Be Effective in Childhood Diarrhea
A systematic review shows that zinc supplementation is effective in children aged 6 months and older, particularly in geographic areas where mortality rates from diarrhea are high.
Medscape Medical News, July 2008
