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			Strategies for Reducing RBC Transfusion Overuse
				Having Influenza May Keep the Common Cold Away
				Influenza Sickens Millions Across US, at Least 1300 Deaths: CDC
				Two Drugs Better Than One for Severe Influenza 
				Breast Cell Atlas Driven by Genomics
				Outcomes in TN Breast Cancer Predicted by Blood Biomarkers
				Resistance Exercise May Preserve Bone in Older Obese Dieters
				Drug-Susceptible and Multidrug-Resistant M. tuberculosis
				Radiologic-Pathologic Correlation of Hepatocellular Adenoma
				CVS to Increase Genetic Testing for Some Aetna Cancer Patients
				The Week That Wasn't: Cell Phone Injuries, Hypertension Mouthwash, Reversing Dementia
				ImmunoRx in TNBC: Conflicting Results
				Duke Doctors Successfully Transplant 'Resuscitated' Heart 
				Leadership Gaffes and How Their Worst Day at Work Can Help
				'Major Finding' in Triple-Negative Breast Cancer 
				Stem-Cell Transplant Improves Outcomes of High-Risk Sickle-Cell Disease
				'Residents From Hell': Indignities and Outcomes in Medical Training
				Blood Tests Show Exposure to Ethylene Oxide
				Choosing Wisely: 5 Recommendations in Pediatric Hematology
				Cancer Drug Neratinib Halts Beta-Cell Death in Diabetic Mice
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The Week That Wasn't: Keto and the Flu, Human Cyborg, Duvet Disease

Gio, 28/11/2019 - 17:23
Three medical stories that we didn't cover, explained.
Medscape

Peripheral Fields Key in Predicting Diabetic Retinopathy

Gio, 28/11/2019 - 17:23
A new artificial intelligence algorithm uses peripheral retinal field images to predict how quickly diabetic retinopathy will progress and which patients need immediate attention.
Medscape Medical News

Poor Adherence to Immunization, Screening Guidelines for Pediatric IBD

Mer, 27/11/2019 - 16:23
Contrary to current guidelines, children with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) often don't receive required vaccines and are not properly screened before initiation of biologics, a multicenter study from Europe reveals.
Reuters Health Information

Traditional Soup Broths May Have Anti-Malarial Effects

Mer, 27/11/2019 - 16:23
With the help of some London primary school children, scientists have discovered that certain soup broths passed down from generation to generation might aid in battling malaria by interrupting the life cycle of the deadly parasite.
Reuters Health Information

Omega-3 Oils Boost Attention as Much as ADHD Drugs in Some Children

Mer, 27/11/2019 - 16:23
Omega-3 fish oil supplements can improve attention in children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) just as much as drug treatments, but only in those whose blood levels of omega-3 are low, trial results showed on Wednesday.
Reuters Health Information

U.S. FDA Approves Alnylam's Drug for Rare Genetic Disorder

Mar, 26/11/2019 - 15:23
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration said on Wednesday it had approved Alnylam Pharmaceuticals Inc's gene silencing drug as a treatment for patients with a rare inherited disorder.
FDA Approvals

Treating LDL to Below 70 Reduces Recurrent Stroke

Mar, 26/11/2019 - 15:23
Results of Treat Stroke to Target (TST), a rare cholesterol study in patients with a history of ischemic stroke, explore the benefits of treating to a lower LDL target.
Medscape Medical News

Public Commenting Has Been Hijacked by Biopharma

Mar, 26/11/2019 - 15:23
In a recent analysis, 1 in 2 'public commenters' giving input on state-level drug coverage decisions was someone with financial ties to the pharmaceutical industry.
Medscape Oncology

Three Factors Distinguish MODY, a Rare Diabetes, in Youth

Mar, 26/11/2019 - 15:23
Absence of type 1 diabetes-associated autoantibodies and A1c less than 7.5%, along with parental diabetes history, should trigger testing for maturity-onset diabetes of the young.
Medscape Medical News

Internet-Distributed HIV Self-Tests Can Reduce HIV Transmission Among Gay Men

Mar, 26/11/2019 - 15:23
Internet-distributed HIV self-tests increase testing rates and newly identified infections among men who have sex with men (MSM), according to results from a randomized clinical trial.
Reuters Health Information

Prophylactic Antibiotic May Reduce VAP After Cardiac Arrest

Mar, 26/11/2019 - 15:23
Pneumonia is common in patients on a ventilator after cardiac arrest. Results of the ANTHARTIC trial suggest prophylactic antibiotics can reduce that risk.
Medscape Medical News

Confessions of a 'High-Yield' Doctor

Lun, 25/11/2019 - 14:23
Skipping lectures. Diagnosing via Twitter. Today's medical trainees eschew traditional teaching techniques for 'higher-yield' approaches.
Medscape Oncology

Identical Twins Don't Need Immunosuppression After Transplant

Lun, 25/11/2019 - 14:23
Kidney transplants between monozygotic twins can be done successfully without immunosuppression, with excellent outcomes, shows an analysis of twin transplants in the modern era.
Medscape Medical News

Checkpoint Inhibitors and the Liver, From Efficacy to AEs

Lun, 25/11/2019 - 14:23
Immune-related adverse events involving the liver may occur with checkpoint inhibitors. Is routine monitoring of AST, ALT and bilirubin recommended?
Alimentary Pharmacology & Therapeutics

Silencing Novel Target Genes: A New Strategy for Lipid Lowering

Sab, 23/11/2019 - 12:23
Following in the footsteps of inclisiran, two lipid-lowering therapies based on silencing specific genes involved in lipid metabolism showed promising preliminary results in initial clinical trials.
Medscape Medical News

FDA Update on Maquet/Datascope Intra-aortic Balloon Pump Failures

Sab, 23/11/2019 - 12:23
The FDA continues to get reports of device failures associated with the now-recalled Cardiosave Hybrid, Cardiosave Rescue, CS300, and CS100/CS100i intra-aortic balloon pumps.
News Alerts

Medical Advice From Inside a Hazmat Suit

Sab, 23/11/2019 - 12:23
How prepared are you to respond to hazardous material situations? Dr Hilton interviewed Eric Pohl, who offers tips on safety to medical personnel.
Medscape Emergency Medicine

Nonbullous Pemphigoid Unrecognized Cause of Pruritus in Nursing Homes

Sab, 23/11/2019 - 12:23
Nonbullous pemphigoid can be more frequent among nursing home residents than bullous pemphigoid and may be an unrecognized cause of pruritus, a cross-sectional study suggests.
Reuters Health Information

EVAPORATE: Early Mechanistic Clues to Vascepa's CV Benefits

Ven, 22/11/2019 - 11:23
Interim data suggest slowed plaque progression, in part, may be behind the benefits observed with icosapent ethyl in patients with elevated triglycerides.
Medscape Medical News

Fertility Preservation in Turner Syndrome

Ven, 22/11/2019 - 11:23
Turner syndrome can commonly result in ovarian insufficiency in females, which can impact reproductive function. What strategies may help preserve fertility in these patients?
Clinical Endocrinology