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Genetics e Rare diseases
Now more than ever, cystic fibrosis patients can expect a better quality of life – even though it means facing new challenges as a result.
Baylor College of Medicine - Wed, 27 June 2007
http://www.bcm.edu
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Infectious Diseases
The claim that migratory birds are responsible for the long-distance spread of highly pathogenic avian influenza viruses of subtype H5N1 rests on the assumption that infected wild birds can remain asymptomatic and migrate long distances unhampered.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - Wed, 27 June 2007
http://www.cdc.gov
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Parasitology
Scedosporium apiospermum and S. prolificans are fungi of increasing clinical importance, particularly in persons with underlying diseases.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - Wed, 27 June 2007
http://www.cdc.gov
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Hepatology
Study identified risks for co-infected patients about taking entecavir.
Johns Hopkins Hospital - Wed, 27 June 2007
http://www.hopkinshospital.org
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Angiology
Consistent aspirin use was beneficial for arteriovenous fistula survival among hemodialysis patients.
Medscape - Wed, 27 June 2007
http://www.medscape.com
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Dietetics and Nutrition
In a 1-year randomized controlled trial, this program improved blood pressure, reduced body fat, and lowered risk for type 2 diabetes in overweight inner-city minority children and adolescents.
Medscape - Wed, 27 June 2007
http://www.medscape.com
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Infectious Diseases
The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices has issued updated recommendations for the prevention of varicella in children, teens, and adults.
Medscape - Wed, 27 June 2007
http://www.medscape.com
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Oncology
NICE has issued guidance on the use of carmustine implants and temozolomide for the treatment of newly diagnosed high-grade glioma, a type of cancerous brain tumour.
National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence - Wed, 27 June 2007
http://www.nice.org.uk
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General medicine
This guide describes the principles and methods used to assess interventional procedures.
National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence - Wed, 27 June 2007
http://www.nice.org.uk
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Coloproctology
NICE and the National Collaborating Centre for Acute Care have issued a guideline on the care and treatment of adults with faecal incontinence.
National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence - Wed, 27 June 2007
http://www.nice.org.uk