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Initial standalone D-dimer testing followed by whole-leg compression ultrasonography in patients with positive D-dimer can safely rule out deep vein thrombosis

Negative D-Dimer Can Safely Rule Out DVT as Standalone Test

Standalone D-dimer testing followed by whole-leg compression US in positive patients rules out DVT
When a COVID-19 vaccine is approved

Plenty of COVID-19 Vaccine Coming, Fauci Says

To combat the surging pandemic, Fauci is calling on all Americans to practice social distancing and wearing masks
A case before the Supreme Court is potentially threatening patient confidentiality

AMA: Case Before Supreme Court Threatens Patient Privacy

Case involves Medical Board obtaining three years of prescribing history for doctor, after single complaint

SARS-CoV-2 Antibodies Identified Before Cases Recognized in U.S.

Nine seropositive blood specimens ID'd from Jan. 2 to March 19, 2020; seven prior to first confirmed cases in five states

Genomic medicine is likely to help clinical care shift from a reactive to a proactive approach

Genomic Medicine Will Help Shift Cardio Care to Proactive Approach

Within two decades, many patients are likely to undergo routine cardiovascular genomic testing

Dr. Anthony Fauci Will Step Down in December

Fauci joined the NIH in 1968 and rose to prominence within the agency during the 1980s AIDS crisis

Breast Imaging Reporting and Data System breast density categorization may vary by screening mammographic modality

Breast Density Categorization Varies With Screening Modality

Women screened with digital breast tomosynthesis have lower likelihood of high-density categorization
Having a greater number of modifiable cardiovascular risk factors at recommended levels is associated with higher cerebral vessel density and caliber

Cardiovascular Health Tied to Brain Function in Younger Adults

Higher cerebral vessel density and caliber with more CV risk factors at recommended levels
Changes to cervical cancer screening guidelines in Canada in 2012 correlated with reductions in chlamydia testing and decreases in reported incidence of chlamydia in females

Change to Cervical Screening Guidelines Impacted Chlamydia

Reduction in chlamydia testing, drop in reported incidence of chlamydia after changes in screening
A major update of the United States' system for approving medical devices was announced yesterday by the Food and Drug Administration.

FDA to Update Medical Device Approvals Process

Revised process will ensure new medical devices meet safety and effectiveness standards