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New blood test accurately predicts preeclampsia

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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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Changes in cerebellum linked to more severe Alzheimer’s

Scientists found an association between the loss of a layer of crucial brain cells and cases of more severe dementia.

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Distance affects use of telehealth to access abortion pills

The farther patients live from clinical care, the more they rely on mail for birth-control medications.


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