New ACC/AHA Guideline for Primary Prevention of CVD Presented at ACC 2019
The American College of Cardiology and American Heart Association have released a new evidence-based guideline detailing the primary prevention of cardiovascular disease.
Preventive Medicine
AAP: Nasal Spray Influenza Vaccine Acceptable in 2019 to 2020
Based on current data, the American Academy of Pediatrics Board of Directors supports either the injection or nasal spray influenza vaccination.
E-Cigarettes May Threaten Goal of Ending Tobacco Use, Nicotine Addiction
Concern is increasing that the use of newer tobacco products may catalyze transition to tobacco products or recreational drugs.
Maternal Smoking May Increase Risk for Sudden Unexpected Infant Death
The risk for sudden unexpected infant death increased with any maternal smoking during pregnancy.
Parent Perception of E-Cigarette Safety Varies With Smoking Habits
Most who smoke cigarettes and e-cigs have smoke-free home policies but fewer have vape-free policies.
Pneumococcal Vaccination at Age 50 Prevents the Most Disease
Recommending pneumococcal vaccination for all 50-year-olds prevents the most disease in underserved minorities and the general population.
CDC: Respiratory Illnesses More Likely in Low-Income Children
As income decreased, there was an increase in the prevalence of gastrointestinal and respiratory illnesses.
Legionella Outbreaks on the Rise: Could Climate Change Be Responsible?
Lack of plumbing maintenance; aging infrastructure; warm, humid climates; and exposure to the immunocompromised may contribute to an increase in Legionnaires disease.
Rotavirus Vaccine Coverage Remains Lower Than DTaP Vaccine
In addition to sociodemographic factors, preterm birth and older age were associated with lower rotavirus vaccine coverage.
The CDC Estimates 2018-2019 Seasonal Influenza Vaccine Effectiveness
Influenza vaccine efficacy, between November 23, 2018 and February 2, 2019, was 47% overall and 61% for young children.
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