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Don’t screen for vitamin D in general population, says USPSTF
There is insufficient evidence that screening for vitamin D deficiency among the asymptomatic general population is of any benefit, concludes an...
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Pregnancy after pioneering treatment for early menopause
"Although [the means] are considered experimental, we demonstrated the restoration of ovarian function in early menopausal women who adopted whole...
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Cardiovascular risks elevated in transgender youth
A multicenter study shows increased risk for some cardiovascular and metabolic outcomes. The causes are not well understood.
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Combo thyroid hormones as good as levothyroxine for hypothyroidism
In a randomized, double-blind study of three common approaches to hypothyroidism, no significant differences in symptoms were reported.
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1 in 3 on levothyroxine take meds that interfere with thyroid tests
Around a third of older patients taking levothyroxine are prescribed other drugs that can interfere with thyroid function tests, shows the first...
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Sun exposure linked to reduced pediatric MS risk
Children should spend at least 30 minutes outdoors in the sun every day, while using adequate sun protection.
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Erythropoietin falls short of neuroprotection in optic neuritis
“EPO conveyed neither functional nor structural neuroprotection in the visual pathways after optic neuritis as a clinically isolated syndrome.”
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Natalizumab postinfusion reactions rare; is monitoring necessary?
New findings “highlight a potential opportunity to improve and streamline the infusion and post-infusion monitoring process.”
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NfL levels linked to worse disability in real-world MS
New findings shed light on how best to apply serum filament light chain levels to individual patients.
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Vitamin D deficiency linked to early cognitive impairment in MS
This association might represent a marker of future disability, supporting the need for prompt supplementation.
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Opioid use common for pain in multiple sclerosis
“Better pain management treatment options, including nonpharmacological options, are needed for people with MS and pain.”
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Breast cancer surgeries deemed ‘low value’ continue, increase
Use of two “low-value” breast cancer procedures has increased in the United States.
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A third discontinuing levothyroxine have normal thyroid levels
Those with overt hypothyroidism are less likely to remain euthyroid than patients with subclinical disease, but many wind up restarting treatment...