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02/08/2020

Hot Topics of the Day are picked by experts to capture the latest information and publications on public health genomics and precision health for various diseases and health topics. Sources include published scientific literature, reviews, blogs and popular press articles.

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Coronavirus 2019-nCoV global cases by Johns Hopkins CSSE
Johns Hopkins University, February 2020

Precision public health in action: A data visualization tool to track the geographic spread of new coronavirus. Developed by the Center for Systems Science and Engineering (CSSE) at Johns Hopkins University

Did pangolins spread the China coronavirus to people?
D Cyransoki, Nature, February 7, 2020

Genetic sequences of viruses isolated from the scaly animals are 99% similar to that of the circulating virus — but the work is yet to be formally published.

#2019nCoV Videos
CDC YouTube videos, February 2020 Brand

Changes in cancer detection and false-positive recall in mammography using artificial intelligence: a retrospective, multireader study
HE Kim et al, Lancet Digital Health, February 6, 2020

An artificial intelligence (AI) algorithm developed with large-scale mammography data showed better diagnostic performance in breast cancer detection compared with radiologists. The significant improvement in radiologists' performance when aided by AI supports application of AI to mammograms as a diagnostic support tool.

I was fortunate to get genetic counseling. Everyone should have that option
D Pomerantz, StatNews, February 7, 2020

For most people, there’s a large gap between access to at-home genetic tests and access to genetic counseling. Anyone with a few extra dollars can order a test online and get their results fairly quickly. But finding someone to help interpret those results can be expensive when insurance doesn’t cover counseling.


Disclaimer: Articles listed in Hot Topics of the Day are selected by Public Health Genomics Branch to provide current awareness of the scientific literature and news. Inclusion in the update does not necessarily represent the views of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention nor does it imply endorsement of the article's methods or findings. CDC and DHHS assume no responsibility for the factual accuracy of the items presented. The selection, omission, or content of items does not imply any endorsement or other position taken by CDC or DHHS. Opinion, findings and conclusions expressed by the original authors of items included in the Clips, or persons quoted therein, are strictly their own and are in no way meant to represent the opinion or views of CDC or DHHS. References to publications, news sources, and non-CDC Websites are provided solely for informational purposes and do not imply endorsement by CDC or DHHS.
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