Study downgrades amniocentesis risk

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A study suggests that the invasive procedure of amniocentesis to detect chromosomal abnormalities in a fetus might cause a smaller risk of miscarriage than thought earlier. Improved techniques such as ultrasound-guided amniocentesis, greater experience and skill among clinicians performing the procedure might have caused its perceived improved safety.

Miscarriage, Amniocentesis, Clinical report

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Animal-human diseases targeted to stop pandemics before they start

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One of the major challenges facing scientists trying to prevent transmission of infectious diseases from animals to humans is predicting where and when these transmissions would occur. It also has put the world on notice that despite advances in medicine, sanitation, and public health, humans remain vulnerable to pandemics of new diseases.

Prevention, Disease transmission, Epidemics

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Education key to treating airway disease

Article Abstract:

The article reiterates the importance of educating asthmatic patients on the proper usage of inhalers and possible methods to protect workers, besides handling of athletes afflicted with the condition.

Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing, Personnel administration, Surgical and medical instruments, Inhalators, Health aspects, Care and treatment, Usage, Training, Lung diseases, Obstructive, Chronic obstructive lung disease, Athletes, Asthmatics, Inhalers

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