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Here's The Latest in Health Care:

•  An inexpensive blood test developed by scientists will be able to predict a pregnant woman's due date and the possibility of a preterm death. Premature birth is the leading cause of newborn death in the U.S. The test detects changes in RNA circulating in a pregnant woman's blood. If the test works, it could prevent deaths of babies born prematurely.  Read More

•  On Tuesday, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration recalled over 5,000 HeartWare 3 Left Ventricular Assist Devices due to causing low blood flow or clotting, leading to the possibility of serious injury or death. The medical device is manufactured by pharmaceutical company, Abbott.  Read More

•  A recent study published on Sunday finds that many women diagnosed with early-stage invasive breast cancer could safely forgo chemotherapy, making the decision on whether or not to go through with chemo easier.  Read More

•  In a recent report from the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ), hospital-acquired conditions have decreased between 2014 and 2016, saving over 8,000 lives and $2.9 billion. A safety-focused culture is important in continuing this trend for future years.  Read More

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