Archive for March, 2010

The Role of Rhinovirus Infections in the Development of Early Childhood Asthma

31 Mar 2010
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Human rhinoviruses (HRVs) commonly cause wheezing illnesses in early childhood. Is there a link between HRV infection and subsequent asthma development? Current Opinion in Allergy and Clinical Immunology
Source:The Role of Rhinovirus Infections in the Development of Early Childhood Asthma

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Second Course of Prenatal Steroids Can Improve Lung Function in Preemies

30 Mar 2010
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These findings show that subsequent treatment with prenatal steroids improves respiratory compliance and also leads to a lower rate of respiratory distress syndrome in these newborns. Reuters Health Information
Source:Second Course of Prenatal Steroids Can Improve Lung Function in Preemies

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The More Things Change

29 Mar 2010
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Primary care physicians face practical challenges similar to those of prior generations. Family Practice Management
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How Doctors Can Negotiate Better Rates From Payers

28 Mar 2010
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Doctors can negotiate better payment rates or other concessions from insurers by reaching the right person and showing what they offer the insurer. Medscape Business of Medicine
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Early Fatty Acid Intake Helps Stave off Allergies, Respiratory Infection in Children

27 Mar 2010
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Taking formula supplemented with docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and arachidonic acid (ARA) can help prevent common allergic diseases and upper respiratory infection in children up to 3 years of age, the results of a small study suggest. Reuters Health Information
Source:Early Fatty Acid Intake Helps Stave off Allergies, Respiratory Infection in Children

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