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Study highlights impact of acne in adult women on quality of life, mental health
The researchers observed that most participants did not think oral antibiotics were appropriate treatments for their acne, specifically because of...
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Are you at legal risk for speaking at conferences?
Attorneys say participants who sign agreements to speak at conferences should be aware of all their rights and responsibilities.
Opinion
Nowhere to run and nowhere to hide
My standard recommendation of a time-out can be difficult to follow for a family of six living in a three-room apartment, particularly during...
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Mayo, Cleveland Clinics top latest U.S. News & World Report hospital rankings
With new ratings for myocardial infarction, stroke, hip fracture, and back surgery (spinal fusion), the report now ranks 17 procedures and...
Conference Coverage
The first signs of elusive dysautonomia may appear on the skin
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Rising meth-related heart failure admissions a ‘crisis,’ costly for society
‘They’re not going to die from it overnight, but it will damage the heart slowly,’ a researcher said. Meth-related HF admissions exploded in the...
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‘Gold cards’ allow Texas docs to skip prior authorizations
Through this law, doctors in the state will spend less time getting approvals for treatments for their patients.
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Stop using Neutrogena and Aveeno spray sunscreen, J&J warns
Consumers should stop using these products and throw them away, the company said.
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Florida-based doctor arrested in Haiti president’s assassination
Public records show the man had more than a dozen businesses registered in Florida, including medical services.
From the Journals
Metformin use may curb BCC risk
Population-based study shows a potential protective effect of metformin use for basal cell carcinoma, but no effect on risk of squamous cell...
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Most U.S. adults age 50+ report good health: Survey
Among the respondents, 41% said their health was very good or excellent.