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How Genomic Testing Helps Battle Cancer

Genomic testing identifies the specific makeup of a tumor, and this helps doctors design targeted treatments that specifically attack cancer itself. These targeted treatments can help patients live longer and healthier lives...
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Living Longer After a Kidney Transplant

Innovative technologies that can identify which organs may be rejected by the patient, and new therapies that can help patients better tolerate their new kidney have significantly increased the survival rate after a kidney transplant...
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Parents’ Dilemma About Getting Young Children Vaccinated

Many parents who are themselves vaccinated are hesitant about getting their young children vaccinated, according to recent studies...
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Vaccine Immunity vs. Natural Immunity

Recent studies show the immunity provided by the Pfizer and Moderna COVID vaccines is more than 5 times more effective than the natural immunity that occurs from contracting COVID-19. But researchers warn the immunity from the vaccines does fade over time...
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Why the Flu is so Dangerous For Kids

Unlike COVID-19, young children are at high risk of serious complications from influenza infections, so getting a flu shot should be a top priority for kids. The peak of flu season is from December to February, so now is the time to get the flu shot...
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A New Way to Treat a Common Heart Condition

A minimally invasive surgical procedure for a common heart condition eliminates the need for blood thinners to prevent stroke. The Watchman device is inserted into the heart and keeps blood clots from traveling to the brain and causing a stroke...
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CDC Recommends COVID Vaccines for Young Children

The CDC recommends children ages 5-11 receive a child-sized version of the Pfizer vaccine. This recommendation only pertains to the Pfizer vaccine. Federal authorities have not authorized the other COVID vaccines for young children...
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Preventing Long COVID in Kids

While children are still less affected by COVID-19 than adults, if they do get it they can develop Long COVID, which could be with them for months or longer...
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