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Hypertensive disease of pregnancy linked to earlier mortality
LAS VEGAS - Women who develop any form of hypertensive disease during pregnancy are at a higher risk of death, at least until age 50.
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Obinutuzumab approved to treat FL in Canada
Health Canada has approved the use of obinutuzumab (Gazyva®), an anti-CD20 monoclonal antibody, in patients with follicular lymphoma (FL).
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US-trained docs have higher patient death rate
A large study has revealed a lower death rate among US patients treated by internationally trained doctors rather than US-trained doctors.
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Sickle cell trait may confound blood sugar readings
A new study suggests that hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c), a biomarker used to measure blood sugar over time, may not perform as accurately among African-...
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‘Alternative’ BMT deemed ‘promising’ for SAA
Researchers have reported a “promising” treatment approach for refractory, severe aplastic anemia (SAA). The regimen consists of...
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Food Insecurity Among Veterans
VA researchers find food insecurity is a significant health risk factor among veterans who live alone and prepare their meals.
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Targeting Paget’s bone symptoms supported in long-term trial
A continued lack of difference in benefits between intensive bisphosphonate treatment of Paget’s disease of bone versus symptomatic treatment in a...
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Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee
A 72-year-old man is scheduled for left knee replacement and sent for preoperative assessment. An ECG reveals his heart could benefit from a...
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Rosacea research reveals advances, promising therapies
MIAMI - Management of rosacea continues to challenge dermatologists and patients alike, although new advances and recent studies shine a light on...
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History of child abuse worsens depression course in elderly adults
Child abuse experience can have an impact on survivors after decades.