Archive: 02/03/2015

Researchers identify genes responsible for lung tumors

The lung transcription factor Nkx2-1 is an important gene regulating lung formation and normal respiratory functions after birth. Alterations in the expression of this transcription factor can lead to diseases such as lung ...

Mar 2, 2015

Genetic discovery may help determine effectiveness of Huntington's disease treatments

A new genetic discovery in the field of Huntington's disease (HD) could mean a more effective way in determining severity of this neurological disease when using specific treatments. This study may provide insight for treatments ...

Mar 2, 2015

ASPS: Cosmetic procedures increased 3 percent in 2014

(HealthDay)—According to a new report, 15.6 million cosmetic procedures, including both minimally-invasive and surgical, were performed in the United States in 2014, an increase of 3 percent since 2013. The report was issued ...

Mar 2, 2015

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AMA: Key steps for minimizing liability risk in telemedicine

(HealthDay)—Key steps should be taken to minimize the potential risk of liability resulting from use of telemedicine, according to an article published by the American Medical Association (AMA).

Mar 2, 2015

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Oral bisphosphonate use tied to lower endometrial cancer risk

(HealthDay)—For postmenopausal women, oral bisphosphonate use is associated with a reduction in the risk of endometrial cancer, according to a study published online Feb. 23 in the Journal of Clinical Oncology.

Mar 2, 2015

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Federal study: Foster kids struggle to get health screenings

Some foster children are not getting their required medical screenings even though the visits are paid for by Medicaid, federal health investigators warn in a study released Monday.

Mar 2, 2015