eMJA: In Other Journals, 21 January 2008

Dietary intake of omega-3 fatty acids appears to be associated with a reduced risk of pancreatic islet autoimmunity (IA) in children who have an increased genetic susceptibility for type 1 diabetes.

Chlamydia diagnostic tool passes the test

A rapid point-of-care test for Chlamydia trachomatis using vaginal swab specimens has potential to be an effective diagnostic and screening tool for Chlamydia infection in women.

BMJ 2007; 335: 1190-1194

Overweight kids at risk

A higher body mass index (BMI) in childhood is associated with a greater risk of coronary heart disease (CHD) in adulthood, according to Danish researchers.

N Engl J Med 2007; 357: 2329-2337

Nose knows best

If you are wondering about the best treatment for your patients with acute sinusitis, you might like to consider no treatment at all, say British researchers.

JAMA 2007; 298: 2487-2496

The cost of human life

What price to save a life? Not a great deal it seems, according to an international study on the cost and prevention of chronic diseases.

Lancet, online 5 Dec 2007

Dr Tanya Grassi, MJA

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