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Invasive MRSA in the United States, July 2004 to December 2005
A study published in the October 17, 2007 issue of JAMA looks at surveillance data.
Medscape Pediatrics, January 2008
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Increased Prevalence of Multiresistant Serotype 19A Pneumococcal Strain Not Included in 7-Valent Conjugate Vaccine
A study published in the October 17, 2007, issue of JAMA looks at whether nonvaccine strains are becoming more clinically prevalent.
Medscape Pediatrics, January 2008
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Literature Commentary by Dr. John G. Bartlett: Sexually Transmitted Infections, January 2008
In this review and commentary: latest prevalence data for STIs, including screening for Chlamydia and treatment options for fluoroquinolone-resistant gonorrhea.
Medscape Infectious Diseases, January 2008
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Literature Commentary by Dr. John G. Bartlett: Helicobacter pylori Management Guidelines, January 2008
In this review and commentary: new guideline from the American College of Gastroenterology on the diagnosis and treatment of Helicobacter pylori infection.
Medscape Infectious Diseases, January 2008
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Literature Commentary by Dr. John G. Bartlett: Osteonecrosis in HIV+ Patients, January 2008
In this review and commentary: A study of the incidence of symptomatic and asymptomatic osteonecrosis using magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) reveals a need for improved prevention and treatment.
Medscape HIV/AIDS, January 2008
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Literature Commentary by Dr. John G. Bartlett: HIV Prevention, January 2008
In this review and commentary: Two randomized clinical trials to evaluate whether latex diaphragms or tenofovir preexposure prophylaxis reduce HIV transmission in women.
Medscape HIV/AIDS, January 2008
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Literature Commentary by Dr. John G. Bartlett: HIV Antiretroviral Resistance, January 2008
In this review and commentary: review of recent results in HIV resistance, including effects of partially suppressive regimens and the importance of adherence to antiretroviral therapy.
Medscape HIV/AIDS, January 2008
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Literature Commentary by Dr. John G. Bartlett: Nevirapine Pharmacokinetics, January 2008
In this review and commentary: a study of nevirapine (NVP) levels after discontinuation supports continuation of NRTIs for 7 to 10 days after stopping NVP.
Medscape HIV/AIDS, January 2008
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Influenza Vaccination: Challenges for Adolescent and College Healthcare
Why should influenza immunization of low-risk populations be considered? A successful university health campaign underscores the impact to public health.
Medscape Infectious Diseases, January 2008
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Literature Commentary by Dr. John G. Bartlett: Treatment of Cryptococcal Meningitis in HIV, January 2008
In this review and commentary: Clinical trial of amphotericin B vs fluconazole in ART-naive or ART-experienced patients in South Africa.
Medscape HIV/AIDS, January 2008
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Dark Clouds on the Horizon: Preparing for the Next Influenza Pandemic, Part 2
Innovative pharmacologic prevention and treatment options for pandemic influenza provide hope to global health community.
Medscape Infectious Diseases, January 2008
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Literature Commentary by Dr. John G. Bartlett: CD4+ Count Normalization With HAART, January 2008
In this review and commentary: CD4+ cell count increases continue over 5 years of follow-up with HIV RNA less than 50 copies/mL on HAART.
Medscape HIV/AIDS, January 2008
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MRSA -- A Clinical Perspective: An Expert Interview With Andrew F. Shorr, MD, MPH, FCCP
Across the country, the news media has highlighted the growing incidence of CA MRSA. Dr. Andrew Shorr discusses the current data on MRSA and MSSA.
Medscape Pulmonary Medicine, January 2008
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Literature Commentary by Dr. John G. Bartlett: Improved Cognitive Function With HAART, January 2008
In this review and commentary: Improvement in neuropsychiatric impairment over 96 weeks on HAART correlated with HIV RNA suppression in this ACTG trial substudy.
Medscape HIV/AIDS, January 2008
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Literature Commentary by Dr. John G. Bartlett: Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus infections, January 2008
In this review and commentary: CDC investigators characterize invasive methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus infections acquired in healthcare or community settings.
Medscape Infectious Diseases, January 2008
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C difficile Disease in Hospitalized Patients With IBD
What do the latest data say about the clinical impact of Clostridium difficile-associated disease in hospitalized patients with IBD? Sunanda V. Kane, MD, MSPH, FACG, explores the issue.
Medscape Gastroenterology, January 2008
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Literature Commentary by Dr. John G. Bartlett: HIV Partner Notification, January 2008
In this review and commentary: A look at using partner counseling and referral services as a means to increase identification of HIV-positive individuals.
Medscape HIV/AIDS, January 2008
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Literature Commentary by Dr. John G. Bartlett: Norovirus and Acute Gastroenteritis, January 2008
In this review and commentary: Update of the epidemiology of norovirus infections in the United States, including recent increases in 2 new strains, Minerva and Laurens.
Medscape Infectious Diseases, January 2008
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Literature Commentary by Dr. John G. Bartlett: Viral Infections, January 2008
In this review and commentary: latest information on herpes zoster vaccination, smallpox transmission after vaccination and its control, and long-term outcomes of West Nile virus infection.
Medscape Infectious Diseases, January 2008
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Literature Commentary by Dr. John G. Bartlett: HIV/Hepatitis Coinfection, January 2008
In this review and commentary: HIV/viral hepatitis coinfection is associated with liver enzyme elevations. What part does HAART play?
Medscape HIV/AIDS, January 2008
