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Two experimental vaccines might help protect human fetuses against the Zika virus

New Vaccines Show Promise in Protecting Fetus From Zika

Experimental study shows the vaccines protected unborn baby mice from the virus
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Tall, Obese Men at Higher Risk of Aggressive Prostate Cancer

Study found taller, heavier males were more likely to develop prostate cancer, die from it
Men with early-stage prostate cancer who have surgery to remove their tumor do not live longer than those who receive no treatment at all

Study Supports Observation Only for Most Low-Risk Prostate CA

20-year study found little difference in mortality rates, more complications with surgery
For adults receiving opioid medication prescriptions

Errors in Opioid Prescribing for Adult Outpatients Common

Errors in 89 percent of handwritten prescriptions, 0 percent of EHR-computer generated prescriptions
Sustained diet changes -- even later in life -- can extend people's lives

Large Study Shows Eating Better at Any Age Can Prolong Life

Researchers suggest it's never too late to benefit from a commitment to eating healthier
Women with a longer history of breastfeeding may be less likely to develop multiple sclerosis than mothers who never breastfed or nurse for briefer periods

Breastfeeding Appears to Lower the Risk of Multiple Sclerosis

Benefits reported for women who nursed 15 months or more
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Blood Test for Early Detection of Pancreatic Cancer Feasible

Test screens for two biomarkers: thrombospondin-2 and CA19-9.
There is an increased risk of intellectual disability in children whose mothers take antidepressants while pregnant

Link for Maternal Antidepressant, Kids’ Brain Health Questioned

No significant association for use of antidepressant in pregnancy, child's intellectual disability
The potential first gene therapy in the United States is being reviewed by a U.S. Food and Drug Administration expert panel.

Potential First U.S. Gene Therapy Now Under FDA Review

Tisagenlecleucel could be a one-time treatment for children and young adults with advanced leukemia
Idarucizumab can reverse the anticoagulant effect of dabigatran in emergency situations

Idarucizumab Shows Reliable Reversal of Dabigatran

Effective for dabigatran reversal among patients with uncontrolled bleeding, undergoing urgent surgery