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Machine Learning Model Accurately Diagnoses Celiac Disease

A machine learning algorithm can diagnose celiac disease from duodenal biopsies with accuracy comparable to pathologists, according to a study published online

Zoster Vaccine Has Dementia-Preventing or Delaying Effect

Zoster vaccination seems to have a dementia-preventing or dementia-delaying effect, according to a study published online April 2 in Nature. Markus Eyting, Ph.D

Postpartum Hormonal Contraceptives Tied to Higher Depression Risk

Use of hormonal contraceptives postpartum is associated with an increased risk for developing postpartum depression, according to a study published online March

Public Lacks Knowledge About Dysphagia

There is a notable gap in public awareness and knowledge of dysphagia compared with other conditions, according to a study published online March 27 in Dysphagi

Patient Navigation Program Increases Receipt of Colonoscopy

A patient navigation program is effective for increasing receipt of follow-up colonoscopy among adults with an abnormal stool test result, according to a study

'Weekend Warriors' Reap Similar Health Benefits As Steady Exercisers

Life is busy, and some folks simply don t have time until the weekend to work out. Turns out, that s just fine for their health, a new study suggests. Weekend w

Even Wealthy Americans Die Younger Than Europeans

Death comes for everyone, be they rich or poor. But no amount of money will help Americans live longer than Europeans, a new study says. Even the richest Americ

Screen Time Linked To Poor Sleep, Depression Among Teen Girls

Can t get your teenage girl off her smartphone, iPad or laptop This could cost her much-needed sleep and increase her risk of depression, a new Swedish study sa

Unnecessary Imaging Scans Contributing To Climate Change

Thinking of splurging on a whole-body MRI or CT scan, based on the latest health fad Just keep in mind that you ll be contributing to climate change, a new stud

Blood Test Can Predict Recovery From Spinal Cord Paralysis

An experimental blood test might be able to help doctors predict whether someone will recover their mobility following a spinal cord injury. The test looks for

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