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Vaccine that can prevent cervical cancer has low participation
November 11, 2010
The number of young women who take the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine, or complete the recommended three-dose regimen, is considerably less than those eligible for the vaccinations that can prevent them from developing cervical cancer.
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Choice of devices to aid births is 'tradeoff' in risks
November 10, 2010
Researchers have found that using forceps to aid the delivery of babies may be more effective than a vacuum cup, but tends to cause more trauma and complications for new mothers.
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Lengthy statin use shows no effect on cancer risk
November 10, 2010
Building on previous research, a long-term study of cholesterol-lowering drugs shows that lengthy use of the statins is unlikely to either increase or decrease the risk of developing most cancers.
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French study shows drug's effectiveness in stroke treatment
November 10, 2010
A study by French researchers found that the drug rt-PA is the most effective emergency treatment for strokes caused by blood clots, according to the Archives of Neurology.
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Hormone may affect blood pressure through nervous system
November 10, 2010
The hormone aldosterone, which raises blood pressure through kidney activity, may stimulate brain centers that control the vascular system and blood pressure as well.
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Allergies and asthma alerts should occur before holiday
November 9, 2010
Thanksgiving hosts who have visitors with asthma and significant allergies should take steps to ready their homes to keep them as allergen-free as possible, the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI) recommends.
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Severe health problems persist for infants with meningitis
November 9, 2010
While antibiotics have been able to significantly reduce the number of Group B strep (GBS) meningitis in infants, those who contract the illness face severe health problems and a high rate of death.
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New biomarker may diagnose ectopic pregnancies
November 9, 2010
A new biomarker may help doctors diagnose ectopic pregnancy, according to a study to be published in the January issue of the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism.
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New drug may stop tumor growth in Hodgkin's lymphoma
November 9, 2010
Researchers at the University of Alabama at Birmingham found that the experimental drug, brentuximab vedotin (SGN-35), may be successful in stopping tumor growth in patients with Hodgkin's lymphoma with only moderate side effects.
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Texas center will install advanced radiation system
November 5, 2010
North America's first Vero SBRT, an advanced noninvasive radiation treatment for cancer patients, will be installed at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in early 2011.
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