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Child ADHD risk linked to mother’s use of acetaminophen

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The risk of developing ADHD was three times higher among children whose mothers used the pain-relief drug during pregnancy.


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Racial disparities seen in care after abnormal mammograms

Despite subpopulations’ similar onsite access to diagnostics and biopsy, the use of those capabilities varied, a study shows.

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New blood test accurately predicts preeclampsia

The test uses cell-free DNA shed from the placenta during pregnancy. Predicting the condition has long flummoxed doctors.

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2 cases of Legionella infection identified

Extensive testing of the water at UW Medical Center – Montlake has been negative for the bacteria.

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New test detects parent-of-origin in hereditary eye cancer

A small study confirms the test’s accuracy with retinoblastoma, where copies of the gene mutation from the father carry more risk.

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Deep learning designs proteins against deadly snake venom

The approach holds potential for creating safer, cost-effective and more readily accessible antivenoms.


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