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Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Linked With Earlier Surgical Menopause

Menstrual abnormalities, endometriosis, pelvic pain also associated with CFS
Patients with systolic blood pressure higher than 150 mm Hg face increased risks without aggressive drug treatment started within a month and a half

Prompt, Aggressive BP Management Encouraged

Systolic reading of 150 should prompt immediate action to prevent poor outcomes, researchers say
Scientists say they have identified two new genetic variants that are associated with an increased risk of breast cancer. Their findings are published online Feb. 4 in Human Molecular Genetics.

Two Novel Genetic Variants for Breast Cancer Discovered

London scientists say variants most strongly linked to estrogen receptor-positive disease
The prevalence of HIV-related mortality is still highest among blacks

CDC: HIV-Related Mortality Disparities Persisting for Blacks

And, blacks account for 45 percent of CDC-funded testing events, 54.9 percent of newly positive
A stent-like device placed in the coronary sinus may benefit patients with refractory angina

Device Used in Europe Promising for Refractory Angina

Small trial shows Reducer brings relief to those with refractory angina
The tragic shooting of surgeon Michael Davidson can be used as an opportunity to find meaning in tragedy

Perspective on Dr. Davidson: ‘Be Like Mike’

Michael Davidson took on highest risk patients, sought to extend lives in cases deemed 'hopeless'
Researchers say giving birth control information to women visiting dermatology clinics can help promote the safe use of isotretinoin. The study was published online Feb. 4 in JAMA Dermatology.

Contraception Info Given With Isotretinoin Rx Ups Safe Use

Effective birth control key in using the medication
A smartphone accessory that can detect HIV and syphilis has been developed by Columbia University researchers. The findings were published in the Feb. 4 issue of Science Translational Medicine.

Smartphone Accessory Could Help Detect HIV, Syphilis

Low-cost accessory replicates laboratory-based blood test, researchers report
For patients with suspected stroke

Prehospital Magnesium Sulfate Doesn’t Benefit Stroke Outcomes

No improvement in disability outcomes at 90 days with prehospital magnesium sulfate therapy
In a population of predominantly young

Low Adherence to Daily HIV Prophylaxis in High-Risk Women

Products that do not require daily use may be more suitable for some women