June 2015 Briefing – Pathology
Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in Pathology for June 2015. This roundup includes the latest...
Vitamin D Shows Negative Association With ALS Progression
Mechanisms underlying the relationship between vitamin D and ALS still unknown
Sequence of Shots May Lead to Effective HIV Vaccine
Series of immunizations might encourage HIV-fighting antibodies
Hormone May Be Key to Sugar, Diet Sweetener Response
In experimental model, disruption of Dh44 linked to failure to select nutritive sugars
Citrus Consumption Linked to Increased Risk of Melanoma
Researchers suspect compounds in citrus may sensitize skin to sunlight, but further study needed
Three Issues to Consider Before Selecting EHR
Work flow, features and functionality, and technical infrastructure should all be considered
Maternal Hyperglycemia Not Linked to Obesity in Offspring
Higher maternal fasting plasma glucose not linked to obesity after adjustment for maternal BMI
H3N2 Mutation to Blame for Low Efficacy of 2014-15 Flu Vaccine
Strain of H3N2 virus that was circulating did not match strain used in vaccine
Indiana Lifts Ban on Needle Exchange to Curb HIV Outbreak
Surge in needle use in rural Indiana linked to inappropriate prescribing of opioid medications
AMA Discusses Pre-Retirement Evaluation for Aging Doctors
Physicians approved development of preliminary assessment guidelines at AMA meeting
