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Racial Differences Identified in Frequency of Biopsy for Psoriasis

There are racial differences in the frequency of skin biopsy for psoriasis, indicating diagnostic uncertainty, according to a research letter published online A

FDA Approves Voranigo for Grade 2 Astrocytoma or Oligodendroglioma

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Voranigo (vorasidenib) for grade 2 astrocytoma or oligodendroglioma with a susceptible mutation. The isocitra

CDC Updates Practice Recommendations for Contraceptives

In two practice recommendations published in the Aug. 8 issue of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, upda

FDA Approves First Nasal Spray to Curb Anaphylaxis, An Alternative to Injections

often certain foods, medications or insect stings.Until now, epinephrine has been the only rescue medication when such incidents occur, and it s only been admin

Elevated Metals in Plasma, Urine Linked to ALS Risk, Survival

Elevated metal levels in plasma and urine are associated with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) risk and survival, according to a study published online Aug.

Fracture Risk Higher in Women With T2DM Due to Poorer Physical Function

Women with type 2 diabetes (T2D) have higher bone mineral density (BMD) and better bone microarchitecture, but poorer physical function than women without diabe

High-Intensity Interval Training Improves Cardiorespiratory Fitness After Stroke

For individuals after stroke, 12 weeks of short-interval high-intensity interval training (HIIT) is effective for improving cardiorespiratory fitness (V O2peak)

Gaps Identified in Medicaid Provision of Routine Vision Care

Although most fee-for-service Medicaid programs cover routine eye exams, many do not cover glasses or low vision aids, according to a study published in the Aug

Remission of Type 2 Diabetes Feasible With Soup and Shake Diet Intervention

A behavioral intervention designed to support weight loss can yield remission of type 2 diabetes, according to a study published online Aug. 5 in The Lancet Dia

Post-Op Radiation May Give Long-Term Protection Against Breast Cancer's Return

Radiation therapy following surgery can keep breast cancer from returning for up to 10 years, a new study claims.The study supports the current standard of care

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