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‘Staggering’ increase in COVID-linked depression, anxiety
“The problem is bigger than anyone imagined, making it clear how the pandemic is affecting people now,” said Paul Gionfriddo of Mental Health...
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AAP report aims to educate providers on female genital mutilation/cutting
The American Academy of Pediatrics offers guidance on providing culturally sensitive counseling to patients and families.
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More data needed to better understand COVID-19 skin manifestations
Histopathologic exams were done for only 23 patients and, in all cases, showed “inflammatory features without specific pathological changes.”
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Higher death rate seen in cancer patients with nosocomial COVID-19
All-cause mortality was higher in cancer patients with hospital-acquired COVID-19 than in those with community-acquired COVID-19.
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Low vitamin D linked to increased COVID-19 risk
A large study evaluates associations between low serum vitamin D levels and risks for acquiring COVID-19 and hospitalization.
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Memphis clinic created to care for children and adolescents diagnosed with melanoma
To date, 20 female and 18 male patients have traveled to the clinic from 21 states and Puerto Rico for assessment and consultation.
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Sleepless in the pandemic
Overexposure to media COVID-19 content may contribute to emotional distress and sleeplessness.
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Parental refusal of neonatal therapy a growing problem
Many parents who refuse preventive neonatal medications do not fully grasp what risks they are accepting by avoiding a recommended medication.
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Real-world data show SGLT2 inhibitors for diabetes triple DKA risk
The findings are based on the use of three different SGLT2 inhibitors in Canada and the United Kingdom.
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How to set up your hyperhidrosis patients for treatment success
Topical antiperspirants are the preferred initial treatment.