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In the April issue:
Perspectives
Pollard et al reflect on the impact of their previous publication of a personal practice piece on the management of meningococcal disease. (pp 283–6)
Bhutta reviews the evidence for the treatment of acute respiratory infection in the developing world.
(pp 286–8)
Stranges and Cappuccio comment on improvements in knowledge around normal ranges in blood pressure in children. (pp 288–90)
Original research
In a review of studies published as audits
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