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Trending News Today: Gilead HCV Drug Patents Challenged
Daily Aspirin Reduces Liver Cancer Risk from Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B virus is known to increase the risk of cirrhosis and hepatocellular carcinoma.
Brain Scans Can Detect Multiple Sclerosis Risk in Pediatric Patients
MRIs show brain changes related to multiple sclerosis before symptom onset.
Hepatitis C Screening Boosts Efficacy of Opioid Misuse Treatment
A hepatitis C virus diagnosis may curb drug use among those in treatment.
Medicare Places Few Restrictions on Opioid Prescriptions
One-third of Medicare opioid prescriptions were not subject to restrictions.
Congenital Heart Disease Shares Genes with Autism, Other Conditions
Whole-genome sequencing may better detect the risk of having an infant with congenital heart disease.
Researchers Uncover New Findings About Mutations That Increase Breast Cancer Risk
The mechanisms of BRCA mutations are still largely unknown.
Trending News Today: GOP Introduces Short-Term ACA Stabilization Bill
Trending News Today: Lowering Arsenic in Water Tied to Fewer Cancers
New Treatment Approach Could Lead to a Functional HIV Cure
A derivative of a natural compound could stop HIV replication and prevent a viral rebound.
Diabetes Drug Kills Leukemia, Regenerates Healthy Blood Cells
PPARγ agonists may improve outcomes for patients with acute myeloid leukemia.
FDA Approves Weekly Diabetes Injectable
Patients treated with Bydureon BCise had an average HbA1c reduction of 1.4% after 28 weeks.
CDC Data: Adult, Youth Obesity Rates Through the Roof
The American Heart Association calls for increased efforts to reduce obesity rates.
Gut Microbiome Could Play a Role in Multiple Sclerosis
The presence of certain bacteria could result in worsening of multiple sclerosis.
Trending News Today: 1 Million Fewer Americans Projected to Get ACA Coverage
Trending News Today: Court Reverses Judgement on Baby Powder, Cancer Link
Anthem Establishes New Pharmacy Benefits Manager
One of the largest health insurers is launching a new pharmacy benefit manager.
FDA Grants Breakthrough Designation to Adjuvant Melanoma Therapy
Dabrafenib (Tafinlar) plus trametinib (Mekinist) improved relapse-free survival for patients with melanoma with a BRAF V600 mutation.
Common Antibiotics May Not Cause Type 1 Diabetes, Celiac Disease
Antibiotics were previously thought to increase the incidence of certain autoimmune diseases.
FDA Awards Grants to Bolster Rare Disease Research
Fifteen researchers receive more than $22 million for rare disease clinical trials.
Study: Cancer Vaccines Should Target Long-Lasting T Cells
Developing a vaccine that launches immune attacks against cancer proves to be difficult.
Revamped Weight Loss Drug Reduces Symptoms of Severe Pediatric Epilepsy
A diet drug could reduce seizures for pediatric patients with Dravet syndrome.
Trending News Today: IRS to Enforce Affordable Care Act's Individual Mandate
Trending News Today: Rural American Hit Hard by Opioid, HIV Epidemics
Vitamin D Deficiency During Pregnancy Impacts Childhood Development
Inadequate vitamin D during pregnancy may lead to children having stunted social and motor skills.
HIV-Positive Children Over Diagnosed with Asthma
Many children with HIV who are diagnosed with asthma may actually have chronic obstructive lung disease.
Gaps in Primary Care Exist After Emergency Department Visits
Medicaid-insured beneficiaries less likely to receive prompt primary care following an emergency department visit.
Chinese Manufacturers Indicted Over Fentanyl, Opioid Distribution
Government investigation reveals a flood of opioids being sent from China.
Trending News Today: Bipartisan Healthcare Stabilization Bill Gains Momentum