JAMA Editors' Summary

Aspirin Discontinuation at 24 to 28 Weeks’ Gestation in Pregnancies at High Risk of Preterm Preeclampsia, African Ancestry–Specific APOE Variants and Risk of Alzheimer Disease, Review of Primary Brain Malignancies, and more

Feb 21, 2023
Kirsten Bibbins-Domingo, an esteemed editor in chief of a prominent medical journal, dives into groundbreaking topics. She discusses the implications of aspirin discontinuation during pregnancy to mitigate preterm preeclampsia risks. The genetic link between APOE variants and Alzheimer's disease in African ancestry populations is examined, highlighting critical health disparities. Additionally, there’s an analysis of low wages correlating with increased mortality and an emphasis on innovative insulin pricing in California, alongside a reevaluation of sepsis management and the prevalence of brain malignancies.
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