In a large retrospective analysis using measurements of thousands of plasma proteins in primary and secondary event populations, scientists from deCODE genetics and collaborators from U.S., Denmark and Iceland, reported today ...
Aug 22, 2023
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Status epilepticus, a prolonged, potentially life-threatening seizure, is epilepsy's most severe manifestation. Patients known to have refractory status epilepticus are more likely to need ICU care if initial treatment is ...
Aug 10, 2023
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Yoga and breathing control practices, in combination with aerobic training, are particularly key exercises for asthmatic people seeking to improve their lung function, a new peer-reviewed study suggests.
Aug 10, 2023
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Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths in the U.S., accounting for about 1 in 5 of all cancer deaths, according to the American Cancer Society. Lung cancer claims more lives each year than colon, breast and prostate ...
Aug 2, 2023
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Early genetic testing can improve cancer outcomes, but individuals often don't undergo this screening if they lack a family history or can't afford a test. A clinical laboratory team at Oregon Health & Science University ...
Jul 27, 2023
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An international workgroup of genetics and cancer experts convened by the American College of Medical Genetics and Genomics (ACMG) has published a highly anticipated and detailed clinical practice resource on CHEK2 pathogenic ...
Jul 25, 2023
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There is discordance between the prevalence of self-reported comorbidities and measured cardiometabolic risk factors among Native American adults, according to a study published online July 6 in PLOS Global Public Health.
Jul 18, 2023
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Many people think that a breast health specialist only treats cancer, but the truth is that these doctors handle a wide range of breast-related conditions.
Jul 14, 2023
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Early detection and regular breast cancer screenings are key to reducing death from breast cancer. Mammograms remain the best tool available and have been shown to reduce deaths from breast cancer. That's why Mayo Clinic ...
Jul 3, 2023
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Colorectal cancer incidence and deaths are declining for individuals age 50 and older, but are increasing for those under 50.
Jun 27, 2023
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