Study Group: Pediatricians at Non-Academic Community Hospitals or Clinics in the U.S.(?)

Clinical trials have shown very similar efficacy and safety with both GSK's Rotarix and Merck's Rotateq.  With only two doses needed for Rotarix, pediatricians may opt for a simpler schedule.  Financial consideration will likely play the largest role in adopting the new vaccine.

Intercell's IC31 may provide a much needed improved immune response to influenza vaccine.  Considering the relatively poor response to this year's influenza vaccine, if Intercell can demonstrate continued superior immune response and clinical efficacy, IC31 may find a home in the influenza vaccine...

This excellent review of acne treatments shows that we still rely on the basics for acne treatment: benzoyl peroxide, topical antibiotics, and retinoids.

as a primary csre pediatrician, I see this process having a negative impact on my relationship with my patients.  Issues of continuity of care are my major fear.

Sanofi's Gardisil, the first-to-market HPV vaccine for adolescent females, has been fairly widely accepted in the US, albeit with some concerns regarding adverse reactions and cost.  It is likely that EU sales will gradually increase as the vaccine is accepted in Europe as well.