Unusual Infectious Metastases Secondary to Acupuncture Induced MSSA Septicemia.

We describe a rare case of methicillin-sensitive (MSSA) septicemia with metastatic spread leading to pulmonary septic emboli, sub-capsular perinephric renal abscess, prostatic abscess, and intramuscular calf and gluteal abscess in a 48-year-old male with uncontrolled diabetes mellitus (Hemoglobin A1c of 15.2). The patient developed right lower extremity pain after a session of acupuncture followed by a three-week history of fevers, chills, abdominal pain, left flank pain, and urinary retention.

Implementation of Strategies to Improve Human Papillomavirus Vaccine Coverage: A Provider Survey.

Introduction: Human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine coverage in the U.S. is persistently suboptimal, despite research describing barriers to vaccination and strategies to increase vaccination coverage.

What Are Parents Willing to Discuss with Their Pediatrician About Firearm Safety? A Parental Survey.

Objective: To determine if parents are receptive to discussing firearm safety with their pediatrician.

Study Design: Parents completed a self-administered paper survey during a pediatric office visit. Responses of those who confirmed and denied household firearms were compared using Fisher exact test.

Parental Use of Electronic Cigarettes.

Objective: To describe parental use of electronic cigarettes (e-cigs) to better understand the safety risks posed to children.

Methods: Between June 24 and November 6, 2014, parents completed a self-administered paper survey during an office visit to 15 pediatric practices in a Midwestern practice-based research network. Attitudes towards and use of e-cigs are reported for those aware of e-cigs before the survey.