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Fast-Track Review of ACA Lawsuit Rejected by U.S. Supreme Court
Decision means it is highly unlikely that they would decide the case before the 2020 election
Utah Bans So-Called Gay ‘Conversion’ Therapy
The ban could give support to people challenging the practice in other right-leaning states
Production of Two Excedrin Painkillers Halted
Inconsistencies found in ingredients for Excedrin Extra Strength and Excedrin Migraine
Mental Health Outcomes No Better for Teens Undergoing RYGB
Self-esteem improved after five years in surgical group, but no improvement seen in overall mood
Low-Carb, Low-Fat Diets Not Tied to Mortality Overall
However, unhealthy low-carb diet, low-fat diet associated with higher total mortality
Six Active Ingredients of Sunscreen Systemically Absorbed
Plasma concentrations exceeded 0.5 ng/mL for all six active ingredients with sunscreen application
Anti-Müllerian Hormone Predicts Time to Final Menstrual Period
AUC significantly greater for predicting FMP within next 24 months with AMH- versus FSH-based models
Recommendations Issued for CT Contrast Use in Kidney Disease
Experts say risk overstated for use of IV iodinated contrast media in patients with reduced renal function
2008 to 2016 Saw Decline in Primary Care Visits for Children
Increases seen in visits to other acute care venues and to specialists during the same period
Prolonged ECG Monitoring for Syncope in ED Feasible, Safe
Diagnostic accuracy of ECG monitoring fair, but sensitivity increases with >12 hours of monitoring
