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Study shows wider gaps, broader inequities in U.S. sex education than 25 years ago
“Overall, about 20% of adolescents received instruction from multiple sources about waiting until marriage, but only 5%-8% received birth control...
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AHA statement on impact of major life events on physical activity
Getting married, having a baby, or retiring from work are among events can lead to lower physical activity levels and negatively affect...
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HPV vaccines reduce cervical cancer rates in young females
HPV vaccination programs have been remarkably successful at reducing cervical cancer rates in young females provided they are vaccinated early...
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Does vitamin D benefit only those who are deficient?
The results will “allow clinicians to better weigh the potential benefits of supplementation against its risk,” such as financial cost.
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Big drop in U.S. cervical cancer rates, mortality in younger women
This analysis lines up with previous evidence from U.S. epidemiologic data.
Commentary
HCV screening in pregnancy: Reducing the risk for casualties in the quest for elimination
HCV screening during pregnancy, as currently recommended, provides no immediate benefit for the pregnant woman or the fetus/neonate, given that...
News
CDC unveils mental health protection plan for health care workers
“It’s long past time for us to care for the people who care for all of us and address burnout in our health care workers,” said U.S. Surgeon...
News
FDA authorizes COVID boosters for all U.S. adults
The CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices will meet on Nov. 19 to review the science supporting a more widespread need for booster...
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Mask-wearing cuts new COVID-19 cases by 53%, study says
Social distancing and handwashing were also effective at lowering the number of cases, but wearing masks was the most effective tool against the...
Conference Coverage
ASCEND: Aspirin shows hint of dementia protection in T2D
Conference Coverage
Alcoholic drinks stand out in novel trial exploring AFib triggers
The study has limitations, but its results jibe with alcohol’s status as a potential trigger of AFib. Patients’ knowledge of their potential...