Health
NIH-funded study supports surgery as treatment for myasthenia gravis
In a global study of myasthenia gravis, an autoimmune disease that causes muscle weakness and fatigue, researchers found that surgical removal of an organ called the thymus reduced patients’ weakness, and their need for immunosuppressive drugs.
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New polio cases in northeastern Nigeria underline risks for children in conflict - UNICEF
Baby being given polio drops in northern Nigeria in 2015
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4 More Cases of Local Zika Infection Reported in Miami Area
But aerial spraying has made a big dent in mosquito control, health officials say
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Addiction Risk Low for Seniors Taking Post-Op Opioids: Study
Vast majority of patients used the meds short-term to ease their pain.
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NIH releases improved guidelines for diagnosing fetal alcohol spectrum disorder
New guidelines may help better diagnose fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD).
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Keep Illicit Drugs, Booze Out of the Home to Lower Teens' Addiction Risk: Study
Early exposure ups likelihood of substance abuse when they reach their 20s, researcher says.
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Zika Linked to Deformed Limbs in Newborns
Cause isn't clear, but brain scans hint that problem comes from nerves, not joints.
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What Mom-to-Be Eats Determines Bugs in Baby's Gut: Study
Scientists say finding is key because these microbes play role in immune system development and more.
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Zika May Have Caused Death of Texas Newborn
Baby had severe birth defect linked to mother's infection with the virus acquired outside U.S., officials say.
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6 Million Americans Drink Water Tainted With Toxic Chemicals: Report
Many systems contain high levels of PFASs, which are linked to cancer, other health issues, study says.
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