Archive for April, 2007

CDC: New influenza A subtypes now reportable

Office-based clinicians have a public health role as the nation's eyes and ears for new disease outbreaks.

In autism screening, the watchword is caution

Not responding to one's own name at a young age may be a first sign of this disorder.

Science museum highlights impact of microorganisms

A new exhibit explores the importance of vaccines and antibiotics in fighting diseases.

Feds say plans can soften deadline for doctors’ universal ID numbers

Medicare and some insurers might allow physicians to use either their new National Provider Identifiers or older IDs on claims after the May target date.

More lay members sought as lawmakers challenge who sits on medical boards

Also, a lawsuit in North Carolina seeks to change how physicians are nominated for the state's board.