Archive: 01/06/2015
Scientists discover protein that plays key role in streptococcal infections
The effort to identify new ways of fighting infections has taken a step forward now that scientists have identified a key protein involved in the host's response to strep infections. This protein, called "NFAT," appears to ...
Jun 1, 2015
Virtually no effect of state policies on organ donation, transplantation
Policies passed by states to encourage organ donation have had virtually no effect on rates of organ donation and transplantation in the United States, according to an article published online by JAMA Internal Medicine.
Jun 1, 2015
Is diabetes protective against amyotrophic lateral sclerosis?
A study of patients in Denmark suggests that type 2 diabetes may be associated with a reduced risk for the fatal neurodegenerative disease amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), according to an article published online by JAMA ...
Jun 1, 2015
Medical home intervention with shared savings shows quality and utilization improvements
A three-year study of a 'medical home' intervention that paid bonuses to physician practices based on financial savings has shown significant improvements in quality and use of some medical services relative to comparison ...
Jun 1, 2015
Study suggests breastfeeding may lower risk of childhood leukemia
Breastfeeding for six months or longer was associated with a lower risk of childhood leukemia compared with children who were never breastfed or who were breastfed for a shorter time, according to an article published online ...
Jun 1, 2015