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In this open-label study, women ages 18 years or older with regular cycles who presented for emergency contraception 48-120 hours after unprotected intercourse at 45 Planned Parenthood clinics throughout the United States were treated with a single oral dose of 30 mg ulipristal acetate.
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Findings from a new study identify women at higher risk of significant bone loss on injectable birth control.
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Results from new research of a theory-based, abstinence-only intervention appear to be associated with a lower rate of sexual involvement among African American sixth- and seventh-graders.
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This engaging epidemiologic survey assessed microbial contamination of soda-fountain drinks, dispensed from nine different fountain machines, relative to current U.S. drinking water standards.
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This well-done trial compared a combination of mindfulness-based breathing therapy (MBBT) and training in the relaxation response with participation in group support for elderly subjects, almost all men, with moderate to severe COPD.
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Results of this small double-blind RCT suggest that neither magnetic nor copper bracelets have a place in the treatment of osteoarthritis.
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This RCT compared acupuncture to venlafaxine for management of hot flashes in breast cancer patients. Both acupuncture and venlafaxine were given for 12 weeks, and then the subjects were followed. Both groups had improvements in their symptoms, but the venlafaxine group had side effects, and the acupuncture group did not.
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Thrombocytopenia is a well-established adverse effect of many conventional drugs. This systematic review found few reports of such adverse effects associated with complementary and alternative medicines, herbal remedies, nutritional supplements, foods, and beverages.
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BP response of atenolol vs HCTZ; Ipratropium and CV events in COPD; Kidney function, proteinuria, and adverse outcomes; Remission of diabetes with bariatric surgery; Inhaled cortico-steroids and COPD exacerbations; Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease in Japanese patients
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Half of urban teenage girls may acquire at least one of three common sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) chlamydia, gonorrhea, or trichomoniasis within two years of becoming sexually active, according to results of a recent study.