Genetic signature helps ID MS risk

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Potential advances in precision medicine could reshape multiple sclerosis care. Also today, the CDC has a plan to cut undiagnosed and untreated HIV, which patients who have diabetes benefit the most from long-term metformin, and why amlodopine may be the best choice for lowering blood pressure in black patients.
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Potential advances in precision medicine could reshape multiple sclerosis care. Also today, the CDC has a plan to cut undiagnosed and untreated HIV, which patients who have diabetes benefit the most from long-term metformin, and why amlodopine may be the best choice for lowering blood pressure in black patients.
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Potential advances in precision medicine could reshape multiple sclerosis care. Also today, the CDC has a plan to cut undiagnosed and untreated HIV, which patients who have diabetes benefit the most from long-term metformin, and why amlodopine may be the best choice for lowering blood pressure in black patients.
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First primary prevention CVD guidelines form ACC, AHA

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The first medical society guideline to comprehensively address primary prevention of cardiovascular disease. Also today, a new coronary artery calcium score threshold may identify patients at particular risk, how to reduce the risk of drowning in pediatric patients, and an algorithm in smartwatches proves effective at detecting atrial fibrillation.
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The first medical society guideline to comprehensively address primary prevention of cardiovascular disease. Also today, a new coronary artery calcium score threshold may identify patients at particular risk, how to reduce the risk of drowning in pediatric patients, and an algorithm in smartwatches proves effective at detecting atrial fibrillation.
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The first medical society guideline to comprehensively address primary prevention of cardiovascular disease. Also today, a new coronary artery calcium score threshold may identify patients at particular risk, how to reduce the risk of drowning in pediatric patients, and an algorithm in smartwatches proves effective at detecting atrial fibrillation.
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Match Day 2019

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On Match 15, 2019, tens of thousands of U.S. medical students matched into residency. For the seventh consecutive year overall match numbers are up, some specialties are concerned about post-residency workforce numbers, and social media offers congratulations and support.
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On Match 15, 2019, tens of thousands of U.S. medical students matched into residency. For the seventh consecutive year overall match numbers are up, some specialties are concerned about post-residency workforce numbers, and social media offers congratulations and support.
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On Match 15, 2019, tens of thousands of U.S. medical students matched into residency. For the seventh consecutive year overall match numbers are up, some specialties are concerned about post-residency workforce numbers, and social media offers congratulations and support.
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Bempedoic acid: funny name, serious LDL lowering

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Bempedoic acid safely dropped LDL cholesterol, and now it’s up for FDA approval. Recent trials advance axial spondyloarthritis therapy. Newer antihyperglycemic drugs have distinctive cardiovascular, kidney benefits. And doctors’ prior authorization burden is increasing.
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Bempedoic acid safely dropped LDL cholesterol, and now it’s up for FDA approval. Recent trials advance axial spondyloarthritis therapy. Newer antihyperglycemic drugs have distinctive cardiovascular, kidney benefits. And doctors’ prior authorization burden is increasing.
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Bempedoic acid safely dropped LDL cholesterol, and now it’s up for FDA approval. Recent trials advance axial spondyloarthritis therapy. Newer antihyperglycemic drugs have distinctive cardiovascular, kidney benefits. And doctors’ prior authorization burden is increasing.
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Semaglutide plus SGLT2 inhibitors for type 2 diabetes

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A combination approach to type 2 diabetes that could improve glycemic control and increase weight loss. Also today, patients with HIV may have a greater risk of opioid overdose, why Eisenmeyer syndrome can be a minefield for unwary physicians, and heart attacks and strokes spike in the month after cancer diagnosis.

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A combination approach to type 2 diabetes that could improve glycemic control and increase weight loss. Also today, patients with HIV may have a greater risk of opioid overdose, why Eisenmeyer syndrome can be a minefield for unwary physicians, and heart attacks and strokes spike in the month after cancer diagnosis.

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A combination approach to type 2 diabetes that could improve glycemic control and increase weight loss. Also today, patients with HIV may have a greater risk of opioid overdose, why Eisenmeyer syndrome can be a minefield for unwary physicians, and heart attacks and strokes spike in the month after cancer diagnosis.

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Aspirin and lower risk of COPD flare-up

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Daily aspirin use could actually reduce the risk of acute exacerbations of COPD. Also today, how to handle patients who won’t believe negative drug-allergy results, which complications to watch for in black patients who undergo bariatric surgery, and the measles outbreak now affects a dozen U.S. states.
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Daily aspirin use could actually reduce the risk of acute exacerbations of COPD. Also today, how to handle patients who won’t believe negative drug-allergy results, which complications to watch for in black patients who undergo bariatric surgery, and the measles outbreak now affects a dozen U.S. states.
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Daily aspirin use could actually reduce the risk of acute exacerbations of COPD. Also today, how to handle patients who won’t believe negative drug-allergy results, which complications to watch for in black patients who undergo bariatric surgery, and the measles outbreak now affects a dozen U.S. states.
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Autism risk with in utero infections

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Children whose mothers experienced any type of infection during pregnancy were nearly 80 times more likely to be diagnosed with autism, compared with those whose mothers did not have infections. Also today, for FPs, 2018 was a big year for generating hospital revenue, prenatal betamethasone is not linked to later adverse neurocognitive problems, and heart-harming toxins may hurt hookah smokers.

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Children whose mothers experienced any type of infection during pregnancy were nearly 80 times more likely to be diagnosed with autism, compared with those whose mothers did not have infections. Also today, for FPs, 2018 was a big year for generating hospital revenue, prenatal betamethasone is not linked to later adverse neurocognitive problems, and heart-harming toxins may hurt hookah smokers.

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Children whose mothers experienced any type of infection during pregnancy were nearly 80 times more likely to be diagnosed with autism, compared with those whose mothers did not have infections. Also today, for FPs, 2018 was a big year for generating hospital revenue, prenatal betamethasone is not linked to later adverse neurocognitive problems, and heart-harming toxins may hurt hookah smokers.

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Ready for universal hepatitis C testing?

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One-time, universal hepatitis C testing is cost effective. Poor asthma control during pregnancy trims live birth rates. Fluorouracil beats other actinic keratosis treatments in a head-to-head trial. And vitamin C for sepsis? Experts take sides in a sharp debate.
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One-time, universal hepatitis C testing is cost effective. Poor asthma control during pregnancy trims live birth rates. Fluorouracil beats other actinic keratosis treatments in a head-to-head trial. And vitamin C for sepsis? Experts take sides in a sharp debate.
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AAD 2019 meeting wrap-up

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The 2019 annual meeting of the American Academy of Dermatology just wrapped up. Today's bonus episode focuses on highlights from the meeting.

What’s the evidence on the link between food allergies and atopic dermatitis? Many common dermatologic drugs can be safely used during pregnancy. The 31-GEP test predicts the likelihood of metastasis for cutaneous melanoma. And bermekimab reduces lesions and cuts pain in patients with hidradenitis suppurativa.
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The 2019 annual meeting of the American Academy of Dermatology just wrapped up. Today's bonus episode focuses on highlights from the meeting.

What’s the evidence on the link between food allergies and atopic dermatitis? Many common dermatologic drugs can be safely used during pregnancy. The 31-GEP test predicts the likelihood of metastasis for cutaneous melanoma. And bermekimab reduces lesions and cuts pain in patients with hidradenitis suppurativa.
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Does childhood eczema mean food allergies forever?

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Atopic dermatitis at 1 year is linked with persistent food allergies. The incidence of treated depression is nearly 100% higher in patients with multiple sclerosis. Infective endocarditis isn’t what it used to be. And dog walking may pose a fracture danger for your elderly patients.
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Atopic dermatitis at 1 year is linked with persistent food allergies. The incidence of treated depression is nearly 100% higher in patients with multiple sclerosis. Infective endocarditis isn’t what it used to be. And dog walking may pose a fracture danger for your elderly patients.
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Atopic dermatitis at 1 year is linked with persistent food allergies. The incidence of treated depression is nearly 100% higher in patients with multiple sclerosis. Infective endocarditis isn’t what it used to be. And dog walking may pose a fracture danger for your elderly patients.
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