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Electronic medical record alert found effective for reducing food allergy panel testing

Medical Xpress

An electronic medical record (EMR) alert is effective for reducing food allergy panel ordering among pediatric and adult patients, according to a study presented at the annual meeting of the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology, held from Feb. 24 to 27 in San Antonio.

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Better Care Models Needed for Young Adults With Obesity

Physician's Weekly

Authors of an abstract presented at the American Diabetes Association’s 85th Scientific Sessions called for a holistic, chronic treatment model to support children and young adults with obesity. The retrospective analysis incorporated data from Optum MarketClarity claims and electronic medical records. of adolescents and 5.7%

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You don’t need X-Rays in a child with bronchiolitis, croup, asthma, or first time wheezing

PEMBlog

This is a blog post and a podcast episode designed to disseminate the important work of Choosing Wisely , an initiative of the the American Board of Internal Medicine Foundation, the goal of which is the spark conversations between clinicians and patients about what tests, treatments, and procedures are needed – and which ones are not.

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How to identify a victim of heat exhaustion or heat stroke

Medical Xpress

Heat stroke presents with dry skin, confusion, delirium, very high heart rate, low blood pressure, and body temperature above 40°C (104°F), risking organ failure and requiring immediate cooling. 40°C (101–104°F). Consider supporting Science Xs mission by getting a premium account.

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