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Physicians need to be prepared to speak to patients about Zika virus

Physicians Need to Be Prepared to Talk Zika

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Patient history, including assessment of travel, necessary to assess risk
Scientists have identified a second patient in the United States who was infected with a bacteria that is resistant to an antibiotic of last resort. The findings were published online July 11 in Antimicrobial Agents and Chemotherapy.

Second U.S. Case of Bacteria Resistant to Colistin

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Findings raise concerns that mcr-1 may jump to other types of resistant bacteria
More U.S. children are getting diagnosed and treated for autism spectrum disorder in states that require commercial health insurers to cover these services

Rates of ASD Diagnosis Up With New Insurance Mandates

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Numbers still below prevalence of autism spectrum disorder in the United States, researcher says
A traumatic brain injury with loss of consciousness may increase the risk of developing Parkinson's disease

Traumatic Brain Injury Tied to Risk of Parkinson’s Disease

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No association between TBI with loss of consciousness and increased dementia risk
One in every 20 adults have used antibiotics without a doctor's guidance

Many Adults ‘Hoarding,’ Self-Prescribing Antibiotics

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One in 20 hold onto and use old, leftover meds, contributing to threat of resistance
Children who suck their thumb or bite their nails past preschool age may be less prone to allergic reactions when they reach adolescence

Childhood Thumb-Sucking, Nail-Biting May Reduce Allergies

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Findings boost 'hygiene hypothesis,' study authors suggest
Statins may help lower mortality in patients with four common types of cancer

Statins Could Help Boost Survival Among Cancer Patients

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Study found an association -- but no proof -- of prolonged survival
Excessive stress can lead to memory problems among breast cancer survivors

Exercise Can Improve Memory in Breast Cancer Survivors

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Moderate physical activity can ease stress that impairs memory

American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine, July 7-10

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The American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine Annual Meeting The annual meeting of the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine was held from...
Yoga benefits adult patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus

Review: Yoga Benefits Patients With Type 2 Diabetes

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Further studies needed to confirm long-term effects on diabetes