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Investigators observed that many patients with psoriasis are not actively seeing a primary care physician and would welcome management of their cardiovascular risk factors.

Data from a recent Chinese cohort study supported the development of dietary guidelines specific to obstructive sleep apnea.

Patients with severe eosinophilic asthma who stopped treatment also experienced reduced asthma control and shorter times for clinically significant exacerbations.

Dr. Siddharthan speaks of high COPD rates in low- and middle-income countries with increased environmental exposures and a lack of diagnostic tools.

Swedish investigators noted differences in the prevalence of atopic dermatitis among the 2 sexes, and considered it important data for clinicians that treat patients with the disease.

Investigators believe drugs like etanercept and ustekinumab could reduce the risk of psoriatic arthritis in patients with moderate-to-severe chronic plaque psoriasis.

Investigators in China observed a substantial decrease in the number of severe cases after the arrival of the EV-A71 vaccine.

The newest venture from Mount Sinai is intended to build a pipeline of physician-scientists.

The decision was supported by 5 clinical trials that resulted in significant improvements in skin clearance, extent of disease, and severity.

Upadacitinib is now indicated for children 12 years and older, and can be used as a monotherapy or with topical corticosteroids.

Trials of CBP-201 for asthma and chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps are ongoing, and early data from the atopic dermatitis trial were promising.

The discriminative accuracy of the 3 instruments were evaluated in low- and middle-income settings in Nepal, Peru, and Uganda, with further research needed to determine whether implementation is associated with improved clinical outcomes.

Dr. Talbot speaks to the variety of different strains of influenza, and how research into different flu vaccines could be informed by advancements made in the management of shingles and COVID-19.

Investigators concluded that long-term data are needed regarding surgery, but confirmed it to be more efficacious than medical therapy alone.

Deaths attributed to pneumonia, influenza, and COVID-19 were above the epidemic threshold, per the latest CDC report.

The skin disease was also linked to higher levels of glucosyl cholesterol which was strongly associated with disease severity.

The results suggested that the microbial changes were secondary in the pathogenesis of the skin disease.

Dr. Silverberg speaks of the recent FDA approval of the biologic for patients with moderate-to-severe atopic dermatitis.

Additionally, no increase in incidences of stroke or pulmonary embolism were seen 14 days after the 2 vaccine doses.

Rebecca Rosenberger discusses allergic and non-allergic triggers, and how patients with food allergies can avoid allergic reactions through the winter season.

Previous studies suggested that the disorder is caused by immunoglobulin G (IgG) antibodies against the NC16A domain of collagen XVII.

Several risk factors including low education and unhealthy lifestyle choices are partially responsible for this projected increase, though investigators believe changes could be made to decrease the number of dementia cases.

Recovery was often deemed rapid, with patients reporting post-surgical pain to be less severe than the pain of their disease.

A new investigation, which included the largest AGEP study cohort, concluded that the disease was also typically triggered by antimicrobials.

These changes to the previous 2013 ACG Guidelines feature evidence-based guidance for the evaluation of gastroesophageal reflux disease that include pharmacologic, lifestyle, surgical, and endoscopic management efforts.

Investigators report exposure to fine particulate matter in 2019 exceeded the World Health Organization guideline limit.

Investigators observed that adolescents in the lockdown during COVID-19 slept more than 1 hour longer on school days, with sleep duration being associated with better health characteristics.

Investigators believe these methods could be used in other areas of hospital care such as cardiac monitoring.

A systematic review of several skin diseases including vitiligo and acne supported the need to evaluate vitamin E status in affected patients.

Treatment with the antibody also resulted in infections and drug reactions, prompting a call for larger and longer studies from investigators.