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Galcanezumab Can Cut Frequency of Cluster Headache Attacks
Mean reduction in weekly frequency of cluster headache attacks greater with galcanezumab versus placebo
Mentally Stimulating Activities Lower Risk for Cognitive Decline
Activities included reading books, using computers, social or craft activities, and playing games
Lab Tests Show Experimental Ebola Treatments Effective
Remdesivir, ZMapp monoclonal antibodies both appear to block growth of the Ebola virus strain
Fewer New Measles Cases Reported Last Week in U.S.
A smaller number of new cases was reported than has been typical this spring
Rule Requiring Drug Prices in TV Ads Blocked by Judge
The rule, applying to any drug that costs more than $35 a month, was to take effect this week
EHR System-Generated In-Basket Messages Linked to Burnout
Receiving more than average number of messages linked to increased probability of physician burnout
CDC Updates Data on Cases Meeting Criterion for Acute Flaccid Myelitis
62 percent of reported cases of acute flaccid myelitis classified as confirmed
Increased Cancer Risk Seen in Multiple Sclerosis Patients
Cancer risk up for MS patients versus non-MS controls, especially in respiratory, urinary, CNS organs
Food Insecurity Associated With Increased Insulin Resistance
Food insecurity also tied to measures of inflammation and stress in patients with diabetes
Adults With Cerebral Palsy at Higher Risk for Osteoporosis
U.K. study also shows association between CP and osteoarthritis when adjusting for other factors
