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A panel of 88 single nucleotide polymorphisms can predict breast cancer risk

Panel of 88 SNPs Predicts Breast CA Risk in Women at High Risk

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SNP88 is independent of Tyrer-Cuzick model; improved prediction when combined multiplicatively
It is feasible to sell chlamydia test kits through pharmacies and use existing health infrastructure to follow up on results and manage clients

Pharmacy-Based Sale of Chlamydia Test Kits Is Effective

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Mailing of specimens for processing, return of results is feasible
D-dimer unit type should be clarified and laboratories interested in implementing age-adjusted D-dimer cut-offs should use only specific D-dimer assays that have been adequately assessed in clinical studies

Age-Adjusted Cut-Offs in D-Dimer Testing for PE Cause Concern

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D-dimer unit type should be clarified; specific assays that have been adequately assessed should be used
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommends against routine serologic screening for genital herpes simplex virus infection in asymptomatic adolescents and adults

USPSTF Recommends Against Routine HSV Screening

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High proportion of false-positive results and associated psychological harms with screening
After actress Angelina Jolie's 2013 New York Times editorial that announced her preventive double mastectomy

BRCA Testing, Not Mastectomies, Up After Angelina Jolie Editorial

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More women tested for the BRCA genes but no corresponding increase in mastectomy rates
For women with a singleton pregnancy planning a repeat cesarean delivery

Universal Group B Streptococci Screening Not Cost-Effective

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Screening before repeat C-section may become cost-effective in populations with high GBS prevalence
Mutant BCL11B has been identified as a cause of severe combined immunodeficiency in newborn screening

Newborn Screen IDs Previously Unknown Cause of SCID

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Identification of missense mutation in BCL11B; immune deficit in infant corrected with HSCT
Outreach programs can increase hepatocellular carcinoma screening rates among patients with documented or suspected cirrhosis

Outreach Strategies Can Up HCC Screening in Cirrhosis

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More patients undergo screening when they receive mailed invitations for screening examination
Clinicians should not screen for thyroid cancer in patients who have no symptoms of the disease

USPSTF Continues to Recommend Against Thyroid Cancer Screening

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Widespread routine thyroid cancer screening can lead to overdiagnosis, overtreatment
A new type of acoustic sensor that resembles a small Band-Aid on the skin can monitor heartbeat and other health measures

Smart Skin Patch Can Monitor Body Function Acoustically

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Device offers capability for continuous listening to and recording sounds, low-frequency vibrations