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Healio Minute Thursday, March 13, 2014 Edition: New antiviral tested on single boy, lipoprotein signals higher CVD risk, some ACA plans fuzzy on vision benefits
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Broad spectrum antiviral released for trial adenovirus treatment
Healio.com/Hematology/Oncology Brincidofovir pilot study begins with 7-year-old Josh Hardy enrolled as the first patient. Read more.
Lipoprotein(a) predicted CVD in patients with familial hypercholesterolemia
Healio.com/Cardiology Findings indicate increased risk is independent of age, gender, smoking status, other lipoproteins and the type of mutation in the LDLR gene. Read more.
BLOG: The primary care doctor must be a patient advocate
Healio.com/Practice Management BloggerScott A. Edmonds, OD, FAAO, suggeststhat coverage for medical eye care is fairly straightforward under new health care options, but coverage for the new routine eye exam and glasses benefit is not so clear. Read more.
Vision tests on sidelines can help better diagnose concussions
Healio.com/Concussion Researchers believe the test is particularly important since not all athletes reliably report their symptoms of concussion, including any vision problems. Read more.
Enhanced allergic rhinitis control needed among urban children with asthma
Healio.com/Allergy Clinical implications might include changing or reinforcing recommendations to improve allergic rhinitis control during clinic visits with children and their families. Read more.