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How cystic fibrosis can manifest in the gastrointestinal system
Although the majority of patients with cystic fibrosis (CF) will be managed by specialty care, the primary care provider is often the first line of contact for many routine concerns. When encountering a patient with CF in the primary setting, there are extrapulmonary symptoms that must be considered in patients, which includes gastrointestinal symptoms.
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Virtual reality education reduces the stress of chest radiography
Children who received virtual reality (VR) education before undergoing chest radiography showed lower levels of stress during the procedure than their peers who did not receive the VR exposure, a randomized trial in 99 children found.
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Triple combination therapy for cystic fibrosis is here!
Treatments for cystic fibrosis are evolving. Here’s a look at new CFTR modulator therapies including the most recent approval—elexacaftor/tezacaftor/ivacaftor (Trikafta).

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ADHD guideline update: What's new, what's changed
Children with ADHD often face other psychological or behavioral issues, and a new update to the clinical practice guidelines for the condition address how to manage them.

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