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Switching from prasugrel to ticagrelor is associated with a transient increase in platelet inhibition

ACC: Higher Platelet Inhibition With Switch to Ticagrelor

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Switching from prasugrel to ticagrelor linked to transiently increased levels of platelet inhibition
The American Society of Clinical Oncology has endorsed the Cancer Care Ontario recommendations on the role of patient and disease factors in selecting adjuvant therapy for early-stage breast cancer

ASCO Endorses Cancer Care Ontario Breast Cancer Guidelines

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Several patient, disease factors should be considered for adjuvant therapy for early breast cancer
Intrabody

ACC: Leadless Pacemaker, Subcutaneous ICD Feasible

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First proof of concept of successful wireless device-to-device communication in rhythm management
Proprotein convertase subtilisin/kexin type 9 monoclonal antibodies may represent a promising treatment option for acute coronary syndrome

PCSK9 Monoclonal Antibodies Show Promise in ACS

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Suggestion of dual antidyslipidemic and plaque-stabilizing effects in the early phase of ACS
A case of acquired syphilis leading to involvement of the bone marrow and liver is described in a report published online March 22 in the Annals of Internal Medicine.

Report of Bone Marrow/Liver Pathology Caused by Syphilis

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Case study describes 65-year-old patient with late-latent syphilis with normocytic anemia
Bisphenol S induces adipogenesis in primary human preadipocytes

BPA Alternative, Bisphenol S, Can Induce Fat Cell Formation

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BPS induces lipid accumulation and differentiation of primary human preadipocytes
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has announced that immediate-release opioid pain medications will get new boxed warnings about the dangers of misuse.

FDA Orders Enhanced Warning Labels on Opioid Pain Medications

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New labeling rules mostly aimed at immediate-release versions of opioids
Mindfulness-based stress reduction may be more effective than standard medical care for managing low back pain

Mindful Meditation Technique May Help Ease Chronic Low Back Pain

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Researchers find it more effective than cognitive behavioral therapy and usual care
Moderate alcohol consumption may not provide a survival benefit compared to abstaining

Review Questions Influence of Alcohol Consumption on Life Span

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Researchers say previous findings don't account for those who abstain from alcohol because of illness
For patients with familial adenomatous polyposis

Drug Combo Reduces Polyps in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis

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Findings for sulindac twice daily and erlotinib daily