The launch of a pilot program to screen newborns for the genetic mutation that results in fragile X is expected to pave the way for universal screening for all infants in the United States. Medscape Medical News
A study shows that long-term breast-feeding (more than 1 year), but not oral contraceptive use, is associated with a significant reduction in the risk for rheumatoid arthritis. Medscape Medical News
A small retrospective study suggests that provider misperceptions, patient demand, and financial incentives drive overuse of magnetic resonance imaging. Medscape Medical News
The use of 18F-fluorodeoxyglucose positron emission tomography did not appear to improve the detection of small metastases in patients with head and neck cancer. Medscape Medical News
Eight-hour nocturnal hemodialysis vs conventional 4-hour hemodialysis reduced the risk for death by nearly 80% and improved other outcomes. Medscape Medical News
