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TNF inhibitor linked to one-third drop in total mortality
This appears to be a real effect, not an artifact
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Routine AAA screening for older men: more harm than good?
The mortality rates are down, but does part does screening play in the decline?
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Antipsychotics linked to increased body fat, insulin resistance in children
The findings help inform the off-label prescribing of antipsychotics in children and adolescents, researchers said.
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Novel blood test that predicts gestational age, fetal development, could improve prenatal care
Researchers have created a test that may soon pave the way for a low-cost alternative to ultrasound for prenatal care in developing areas.
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Type 2 diabetes may promote Parkinson development
The incidence is particularly high among a specific age group.
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More from EuroPCR and Heart Rhythm
USPSTF drops ECG for low-risk patients; to save myocardium, remove CRP; e-cigarette flavorings may set stage for atherosclerosis; and more.
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New NIH consortium aims to coordinate pediatric research programs
The organization will harmonize activities, set priorities, explore gaps, and find opportunities in NIH’s pediatric research.
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Study finds widespread use of medications with depression as side effect
Depression only increases with the amount of these medications.
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Allergies linked to autism spectrum disorder in children
Particularly striking were the rates of food allergy.
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New cell-free DNA assays hold promise for lung cancer screening
Some patients who received a false-positive result were found to have a different cancer type.
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Suicide rate jumps 30%
In the wake of two celebrity suicides, MDedge has compiled resources and research for you.