Familial Hereditary Risk Seen for Hematologic Cancers
Findings based on large study of twins, which showed risk is higher if twin has a hematologic cancer
Just 20 States Reached Biden’s July 4 Vaccination Goal
Parts of the South, Southwest, and Midwest starting to see surges, particularly Florida, with about 17 percent of all new cases reported there
Britain to Fully Reopen Soon, Despite Rising COVID-19 Cases
Confirmed COVID-19 cases in Britain have increased, but number of deaths has stayed stable
Gestational Diabetes May Increase Risk for Fetal Hypoxia
Hypoxia-related ZigZag pattern, late decelerations of FHR on intrapartal CTG and increased risk of fetal asphyxia seen in GDM pregnancies
Racial Differences Seen in Inherited Risk of Early-Onset Cancer
Higher familial risks for early-onset cancer seen in Latinos, Blacks for solid tumors and in Asian/Pacific Islanders for hematologic cancers
Physician’s Briefing Weekly Coronavirus Roundup
Mental Health Needs Described After Hurricane Irma
In 20 months after hurricane, 17 percent of households reported need for a mental health care provider; 37.9 percent did not receive these services
Exercising With a Mask Safe, Does Not Impact Exercise Capacity
However, masks may impact how well individuals perceive tolerance to vigorous-to-peak intensity exercise
J&J Vaccine Guards Against Delta Variant, Company Says
Although there was a slight drop in potency against the Delta variant, vaccine was more effective against the Delta variant than the Beta variant
Biden Administration Pushes Forward With Law on Surprise Medical Bills
Proposed provisions would more clearly outline charges to be expected during medical emergencies, offer protections to consumers
