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New JIA guidelines emphasize earlier DMARD use
Advances in understanding and treating systemic JIA have led practitioners away from steroids and toward using conventional synthetic and biologic...
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New MIS-C guidance addresses diagnostic challenges, cardiac care
New updates in this third version of the American College of Rheumatology’s guidance include a recommendation for dual therapy with IVIg and...
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Ear tubes not recommended for recurrent AOM without effusion, ENTs maintain
Guideline update reaffirms importance of attention to at-risk children with otitis media with effusion.
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New AAD guidelines eye comorbidities in adults with atopic dermatitis
The guidelines are the first in a four-part series on AD expected to be published over the next 1-2 years.
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AAP updates guidance on HIV testing and prophylaxis in youth
The comprehensive new recommendations stress winning the trust and confidence of pediatric patients and reaffirm support for testing and treating...
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WPATH draft on gender dysphoria ‘skewed and misses urgent issues’
New draft standards of care for treating people with gender dysphoria by the World Professional Association for Transgender Health (WPATH) has...
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AHA dietary guidance cites structural challenges to heart-healthy patterns
The American Heart Association urges Americans to protect their health through better nutrition, while recognizing the numerous obstacles that...
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New FDA guidance aims to cut sodium in processed foods
Targets seek to decrease average sodium intake from approximately 3,400 mg/day to 3,000 mg/day over the next 2.5 years.
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HHS okays first U.S. pilot to mandate coverage of gender-affirming care
The approval means transgender-related care must be included as part of the essential benefits offered on the state’s Affordable Care Act...
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Psychiatrists shift stance on gender dysphoria, recommend therapy
“It is important the psychological state and context in which gender dysphoria has arisen is explored to assess the most appropriate treatment.”...
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Type 2 diabetes ‘remission’ is a reality, say major organizations
A new consensus statement by four major diabetes organizations aims to standardize the definition and assessment of type 2 diabetes ‘remission.’...