Articles Tagged With: adults
-
Zoster Vaccine Recombinant Adjuvanted (Shingrix)
The FDA has approved a second zoster vaccine for the prevention of shingles in adults.
-
2017 Update on Adult Vaccinations
Vaccinations to directly prevent disease in adults likewise have reduced morbidity and mortality from a wide variety of viral and bacterial infections. This article will review the vaccines recommended for all adults as well as those vaccines recommended for special populations, such as immunosuppressed patients and pregnant women. In addition, the article will examine strategies that can be employed to increase vaccination rates in adults.
-
Adult Vaccination Update for Emergency Physicians
We present this discussion of adult immunizations so that you will be prepared to respond to questions and concerns as the concept of ED vaccination evolves.
-
Adult Immunizations — 2017 Changes
Significant changes in recommendations for adult immunization for 2017 have been made or influenza, meningococcal infection, human papillomavirus, and hepatitis B.
-
Not Just for Kids: Adult Immunization Recommendations for 2017
The CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices recently published the 2017 immunization schedule for adults 19 years of age and older.
-
Falls May Be a Strong Indicator of Baseline Health
In a study of 15,000 adults undergoing elective surgery, researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis found that falling up to six months before an operation is common and often causes serious injuries across all age groups. The frequency of falls among middle-aged patients was slightly higher than among those who were age 65 or older
-
Diagnosis and Management of Acute Infectious Diarrhea in 2016
The American College of Gastroenterology has developed a guideline dealing with the management of immunocompetent adults with acute infectious diarrhea, other than that due to Clostridium difficile infection.
-
Mother’s Little Helper Swiped from Junior’s Stash?
Adults are abusing ADHD medication for non-medical purposes at an alarming rate.