![1]()
News
Most measles cases in 25 years prompts government pleas to vaccinate
April 29, 2019
CDC update coincides with National Infant Immunization Week campaign to reinforce message that vaccines are safe and effective.
![1]()
News
Combo respiratory pathogen tests miss pertussis
April 29, 2019
BALTIMORE – Standalone pertussis PCR is best.
![1]()
News
Long-term antibiotic use may heighten stroke, CHD risk
April 28, 2019
Among middle-aged and older women, 2 or more months’ exposure to antibiotics is associated with an increased likelihood of cardiovascular disease.
![1]()
Opinion
Utilizing mentorship to achieve equity in leadership
April 26, 2019
The evidence is there that mentorship can play a major role in advancing careers.
News
Does BMI affect outcomes after ischemic stroke?
April 26, 2019
Overweight and obese patients have greater survival and less risk of disability after acute ischemic stroke, according to an analysis of the FAST-MAG study.
![1]()
Opinion
Speaking at a conference? Read these tips first
April 25, 2019
Bring your own unique expertise to your speeches, and don’t undermine yourself.
![1]()
News
Measles cases for 2019 now at postelimination high
April 25, 2019
“With a safe and effective vaccine that protects against measles, the suffering we are seeing is avoidable,” said HHS Secretary Alex Azar.
![1]()
News
CDC warns against misuse of opioid-prescribing guideline
April 24, 2019
Officials at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are advising against misapplication of the agency’s guideline on opioid prescribing.
![1]()
News
Report: Part B funds stable, hospital trust running out
April 24, 2019
Annual report shows Medicare’s Part B trust fund is secure, while Medicare’s Part A trust fund will deplete in 7 years.
![1]()
News
Top 10 things physician advisors want hospitalists to know
April 24, 2019
Hospital medicine providers should more routinely engage with their institutional physician advisors.
