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Folic acid fortification prevents millions of cases of anemia
A strong public health rationale for mandatory food fortification.
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Metronidazole clears PID anaerobes with no drop in antibiotic compliance
Researchers call for a change to CDC recommendations related to the use of metronidazole.
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VIDEO: How to prevent, manage perinatal HIV infection
PARK CITY, UTAH – One HIV test is not enough for at-risk women.
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How to counsel women about marijuana in pregnancy
DENVER – There are no known benefits of marijuana use in pregnancy, but there are potential risks.
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How to rule out secondary causes of osteoporosis
ESTES PARK, COLO. – Is a patient’s osteoporosis secondary to another condition? Figure it out with an “incredibly cost effective” lab workup.
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E-cigarettes: A health threat or cessation tool?
Denver – Among adults aged 18-24, about 40% smoke both traditional cigarettes and e-cigarettes.
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Depression, PTSD double risk of dementia for older female veterans
LONDON – The study is the first of its kind.
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Oral prophylaxis and vaginal ring effective in adolescent HIV prevention
Trials show two new possible solutions for HIV prevention in adolescent girls.
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Fat shaming interferes with patients’ medical care, experts say
WASHINGTON – Overweight, obese patients who seek health care face special challenges because of “negative attitudes.”
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Thirdhand smoke shaping up as potential health hazard
DENVER – The main potential health risk is to young children who ingest thirdhand smoke by the hand-to-mouth route and skin contact.
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Life-long risk reduction could cut late-life dementia by up to 35%
LONDON – Expert panel commissioned by The Lancet targets nine modifiable lifestyle factors to reduce dementia incidence worldwide.