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Fasting Glycemia Screening Is Alternative to 75-g GTT for GDM
Screening with fasting glycemia results in sensitivity of 78.5 percent, avoids glucose loading
Malpractice Concerns Affect Derm-Path Interpretive Behavior
Many dermatopathologists believe that malpractice concerns prompt them to order more tests
Proton Radiotherapy May Be New Option for Peds Brain Tumor
Acceptable toxicity, similar survival as conventional radiotherapy for childhood medulloblastoma
Higher Fiber Intake in Youth Tied to Lower Breast Cancer Risk
Lower breast cancer risk for higher total, soluble, insoluble fiber intake in early adulthood
Mobile Texts May Up Adherence to Meds for Chronic Illness
Meta-analysis shows mobile phone text reminders double the odds of medication adherence
Partial Restoration of Microbiomes for C-Section Infants
Exposure to vaginal fluid at birth partially restores microbiota during first 30 days of life
Errors During Delivery Rarely Cause Newborn Brain Damage
Findings suggest closer scrutiny needed during the two hours following birth
Severe Reaction to Pneumococcal Vaccines in Patients With CAPS
Severe local, inflammatory reaction triggered in those with cryopyrin-associated periodic syndromes
Dermatologists Have a Role in Care of Transgender Patients
Can contribute to physical transformation, especially facial transformation for women
Many Flavored E-Cigarettes Contain Benzaldehyde
Highest levels in cherry-flavored e-cigarettes; levels >1,000-fold lower than those in workplace
