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Illinois law expands abortion rights for women
A new Illinois law establishes abortion as a fundamental right of women and also requires insurers to pay for the procedure as they would any...
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Physical activity prevalence shows urban/rural divide
More Americans are exercising, but “participation in physical activity remains a public health concern,” the CDC says.
From the Journals
Consider drug treatment in late-life women with osteoporosis
The 5-year risk of hip fracture is high in women aged 80 years or older with osteoporosis.
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U.S. travelers to Europe need up to date measles immunization
With the highest measles cases in the 21st century seen in Europe last year, the CDC is urging all U.S. travelers there to be sure they’re fully...
Conference Coverage
Ovarian reserve markers fall on isotretinoin, but rebound after stopping treatment
MILAN – Ovarian reserve and antral follicle count dropped for those on a higher dose; AMH levels fell for all.
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FDA approves trastuzumab-anns for HER2-positive breast, gastric cancer
This is the fifth FDA approval of a trastuzumab biosimilar.
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Universal health care hearing: GOP hears what it wants to
One Republican chides colleagues for not focusing on technology.
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Survey puts a price on health improvement
Forty percent of Americans say that they need a financial incentive to exercise.
Conference Coverage
In MS, the challenges for women are unique
SEATTLE – In treating women with MS, sexuality, pregnancy, and menopause all require specific attention.
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Breast cancer linked to 23% higher risk for new diabetes
It’s a “clear signal” of extra risk, researcher says, but there’s no explanation yet.
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Judge bars contraceptive mandate from being enforced
Texas court ruled the ACA requirement violates religious freedoms.