A logistic model combining the biomarkers BNP, D-Dimer, and S100B is linked to both high sensitivity and high negative value for identifying patients with mild TBI at risk for intracranial pathology. Medscape Medical News
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A diagnosis of a sexually transmitted disease carries a 3-fold higher risk for HIV infection within 10 years in young women, giving health care providers a counseling tool for safe sexual practices. Medscape Medical News
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: In a cohort study, quadriceps strength did not predict the occurrence of radiographic knee osteoarthritis in either sex but predicted lower incidence of painful or stiff knee osteoarthritis in women. Medscape Medical News
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Increased time spent sedentary is prospectively associated with elevated fasting insulin levels regardless of the amount of time spent in moderate and vigorous-intensity physical activity. Medscape Medical News
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A study published in the May-June, 2009, issue of Academic Pediatrics looks at decision analysis for treatment of skin and soft-tissue infections. Medscape Pediatrics
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A study published in the July 8, 2009, issue of JAMA looks at the feasibility of reduced-dose schedules in children. Medscape Pediatrics
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Some health care workers and the public may refuse the new flu vaccine for fear of possible side effects, according to a study WebMD Health News
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Two studies show that naltrexone and/or disulfiram decreased symptoms of alcohol dependence in psychiatrically stable veterans with PTSD; desipramine may be as effective as paroxetine for acute PTSD. Medscape Medical News
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Following a low-carb, Mediterranean diet rather than a low-fat diet may postpone the need for drugs to control glycemia in patients with newly diagnosed diabetes, research suggests. Heartwire
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Risk of cardiovascular disease increases sharply with low levels of exposure to cigarette smoke, while risk levels off at higher levels of exposure. Heartwire
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