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Seen that? - Menopause and Hormone Replacement Therapy
in Well Woman Blog, on November 5, 2009
... Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT): Brings Better Quality of Life in Older Women? at Straightfromthedoc Photo courtesy of iStockphoto, Image# 6552719 Ag...
Seen that? - Is there hope for female sexual dysfunction?
in Straightfromthedoc, on October 31, 2009
... Is there hope for female sexual dysfunction? at Straightfromthedoc A recent study suggests that the testosterone patch may help with female sexual ...
Seen that? - Soap and Water Eliminate Peanut Allergen
in Allergies, on October 29, 2009
... Peanut Skin: Rich Source of Antioxidants to Rival Grape Seed Polyphenols at Straightfromthedoc A waste product of peanut butter manufacturing i...
Seen that? - Should You Drink Coffee When You're Pregnant
in Well Woman Blog, on October 24, 2009
... Health Warning: Decaffeinated Coffee = Low Caffeine NOT Zero Caffeine at Straightfromthedoc As a chemist and a coffee addict, it has always ...
Seen that? - Prohibited to exercise
in Daily Power Walk, on October 21, 2009
...ore Current Exercise Recommendations, Weight Loss and Overweight Women at Straightfromthedoc Photo courtesy of iStockphoto, Marcus Miranda A...
Seen that? - Diabetes Challenges: Dealing With Diabetes On Valentine's Day
in Daily Diabetic, on October 21, 2009
... best out of the [...] Read More November is Diabetes Awareness Month at Straightfromthedoc November is American Diabetes Month or National ...
Seen that? - Baseball catchers can face irreversible hand damage
in Straightfromthedoc, on October 21, 2009
... Baseball catchers can face irreversible hand damage at Straightfromthedoc An interesting study came out suggesting that constant pounding that a ba...
Seen that? - Generic Allegra from Mylan Laboratories
in Allergies, on October 16, 2009
...ecreasing sugar production [...] Read More Generic Allegra is coming at Straightfromthedoc Claritin (loratadine) has been over-the-counter (...
Seen that? - Generic Allegra is coming
in Straightfromthedoc, on October 11, 2009
... Generic Allegra is coming at Straightfromthedoc Claritin (loratadine) has been over-the-counter (OTC) for awhile now. It's only a matter of tim...
Seen that? - Asthma Drug Advair, Deadly?
in Allergies, on October 4, 2009
...ead More New Storybook Helps Parents Teach Their Children About Asthma at Straightfromthedoc As a chronic condition affecting nearly one out ...
Seen that? - Beautiful Golf. Beautiful Price
in Eagle Par Birdie, on October 2, 2009
...ng [...] Read More The Potentially High Price of Being Beautiful at Straightfromthedoc These days, I don't spend a lot of time trying to...
Seen that? - A Diabetic With Olympic Courage
in Daily Diabetic, on October 2, 2009
...ead More antioxidant from cannabis, may help stop diabetic retinopathy at Straightfromthedoc The effect of diabetes on the patient's reti...
Seen that? - Using SCM in Children Hospital
in Supplychainer, on October 3, 2009
...ospital of Philadelphia: Child Magazine's Number One Pediatric Hospital in the U.S. at Straightfromthedoc The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia has ...
Seen that? - Do erectile dysfunction drugs cause blindness?
in Straightfromthedoc, on October 2, 2009
... Do erectile dysfunction drugs cause blindness? at Straightfromthedoc We can't know for sure. The FDA recently asked for a label change in the e...
Post 9/11: What to do when post-traumatic stress doesn't subside?
in Straightfromthedoc, on August 14, 2009
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Almost 8 years later when emotional side effects should have generally decreased, the mental effects of the September 11th attacks are still on the rise. While effects of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) tend to last a few months and in serious cases years, Americans are seei...
Lycopene For Healthier Blood Vessels
in Straightfromthedoc, on August 13, 2009
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Found in red and pink fruits, the carotenoid lycopene has been found linked to healthier blood vessels .
In a study that involved 264 women, it was found out that increased levels of lycopene in the blood resulted in decreased stiffness of the arteries thereby may play an...
Good News For Women: Dove NutriumMoisture™
in Straightfromthedoc, on August 11, 2009
Here's a product that women will be happy about. Well maybe the men too?
Until now, all regular body washes caused dry skin damage. Dove has made a groundbreaking skin care advance by discovering how to restore skin's natural moisture while cleansing. With the most effective natural nou...
Autism. The Time to Act is Now!
in Straightfromthedoc, on August 6, 2009
Did you know that every 20 minutes another child is diagnosed with autism ?
Easter Seals is the leading non-profit provider of services for individuals with autism. Every child deserves the chance to strive, but unfortunately what are normal everyday, opportunities for some children can be ...
Obama Healthy at 48 - Should We Follow His Lead?
in Straightfromthedoc, on August 6, 2009
US President Barack Obama's smoking habit and his family's cancer history were cited as being the biggest (and only) health risks facing him prior to his presidential appointment. But now, with his seemingly non-stop travel schedule and unfathomable amounts of stress, he is at high risk ...
Bausch & Lomb Sensitive Eyes Lens Solution
in Straightfromthedoc, on August 2, 2009
Can't we all be a little sensitive at times?! If your eyes are sensitive, your contact lens solution should be too!
Introducing ReNu® Sensitive Eyes® .
Now available nationwide, this multipurpose solution is designed specifically for lens wearers looking for a gentle lens-cleaning formul...
mHealth Summit: Mobile Technologies as a Platform for Health Research and Healthcare Delivery
in Straightfromthedoc, on July 30, 2009
Mobile technologies have the potential to transform global health care on many fronts, from research and diagnostics to training and preventative interventions. Targeting experts from such diverse fields as medical research, software design, clinical health care, hardware manufacture and network tra...
Stressed-out and Gaining Weight? Find Out Why.
in Straightfromthedoc, on July 29, 2009
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Do you ever find yourself wolfing down a bag of chips or a package of cookies after a bad day at the office? If so, here's some news that might interest you: Overweight men and women tend to pack on pounds from job stress and financial pressures, a study shows .
A rec...
CharcoCaps and More Tips Against Gas Discomforts
in Straightfromthedoc, on July 29, 2009
Gas can be an embarrassing subject, but everyone passes it more than 14 times a day.
This is where an all-natural anti-gas medicine comes in: CharcoCaps .
CharcoCaps is an over-the-counter activated charcoal brand that stimulates and supports the body's own defenses against intestinal g...
Dr. Conrad Murray To Be Questioned About Michael Jackson's Death
in Straightfromthedoc, on July 27, 2009
Dr. Conrad Murray is michael Jackson's personal physician who was with him on the day he died.
Now the LA coroner's pending toxicology results hold the fate of Dr. Conrad Murray . The doctor has a lot of questions to answer. Like what drugs were in Michael Jackson's system at ...
Avandia, Under Fire Once More!
in Daily Diabetic, on July 27, 2009
GSK'S diabetes medication Avandia (rosiglitazone) is under fire once more.
Previously implicated in risk of heart attacks , Avandia is facing another criticism:
liver failure and death in some patients.
Researchers from the activist group Public Citizen reported the said connection ...
Kidney Selling and Kidney Brokers Do Exist!
in Straightfromthedoc, on July 26, 2009
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A scar like this one in the photo is like a trophy in one place in the Philippines ( translation necessary, text is mainly in Filipino ). Mostly men - mainly due to poverty - are forced to sell one of their kidneys for a price (80,000 to 200,000 PHP or approximately 1600 to 4000 US$)...
July is UV Safety Month: Protect and Repair Your Skin
in Straightfromthedoc, on July 5, 2009
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Besides sunburn, over time excess UV radiation can cause skin cancer, eye damage, immune system suppression, and premature aging. UV Safety Month was started to help individuals educate themselves on how to protect themselves from overexposure to the sun.
The American Skincare...
Headache Online Tool: Headache U
in Straightfromthedoc, on July 4, 2009
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Headaches are real. Headaches are also very common.
Each year, 90% of men and 95% of women will have at least one. Headache experiences, on the other hand, are anything but common. For some, headaches can get so severe, that family, social and work life takes a serious hit, causi...
Treatment For Gaucher Disease From Protalix
in Straightfromthedoc, on July 4, 2009
Gaucher disease is a hereditary, genetic disorder with severe and debilitating symptoms. It is an inherited metabolic disorder in which harmful quantities of a fatty substance called glucocerebroside accumulate in the spleen, liver, lungs, bone marrow, and sometimes in the brain.
Now, a biop...
Checkout Anti-Monkey Butt Powder
in Straightfromthedoc, on June 19, 2009
Hey folks. Have you heard about theAnti-Monkey Butt Powder (AMBP)?
AMBP is a new product, invented by motocross athletes, designed to treat friction and irritation that can result from excess sweat.
Excessive sweat can cause irritation, also known as monkey butt. Unlike other powders, AMBP ha...
Look After YOur Man This Fathers' Day
in Straightfromthedoc, on June 18, 2009
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I have already mentioned 12 healthy ideas for your man this Fathers' Day.
On the other hand, here are some reasons why we should take care of the men in our lives:
Men are more likely than women...
to be overweight or obese
to have diabetes or heart disease
to smoke, b...
How To Keep Kids Healthy This Summer
in Straightfromthedoc, on June 18, 2009
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This summer many parents are nervous about keeping kids healthy, especially with the threat of Swine Flu spreading.
Whether at camp or just the neighborhood pool or playground keeping kids healthy is always a concern. The Jewish Telegraphic Agency (JTA) just reported that Swi...
A Healthy Dozen "Gift" Ideas for Father's Day
in Straightfromthedoc, on June 16, 2009
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In lieu of Fathers' Day, Dr. Erika Schwartz is giving tips on how to give the gift of better health for Dads.
Cinergy Health 's Medical Director, Dr. Erika Schwartz, offers these 12 easy, fun and effective ways to help improve Dad's overall health and outlook on life:
...
Could Childhod Obesity Be Declining?
in Straightfromthedoc, on June 16, 2009
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According to a recent study, childhood obesity may be declining for the first time in 20+ years. However, could the numbers be misleading?
Research shows consumption of high fat foods is declining and soup, yogurt and fruit are on the rise. This study could be misleading because nea...
NIKA Water: Helping Body and Soul
in Straightfromthedoc, on June 12, 2009
With another hot summer on the way, proper hydration is on the top of everyone's mind. However, here is a unique twist on the classic summer water story:
An estimated 75% of Americans suffer from mild, chronic dehydration. But that number is nothing compared to the 20% of the world's p...
Test To Determine Baby's Gender, Now Can Be Done At Home
in Straightfromthedoc, on June 10, 2009
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Parents can now determine the gender of their babies in as early as 10 weeks of pregnancy. At the comforts of their homes.
Thanks to the company who made the over-the-counter gender prediction test called >"Boy or Girl Gender Prediction Test" .
The company - bas...
Prepare Your Kids Against Head Lice This Summer
in Straightfromthedoc, on June 1, 2009
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LiceMD® is introducing pediatric doctors and nurses to a pesticide-free breakthrough treatment that will help take control of lice outbreaks while restoring households with some peace of mind! Why the peace of mind? Because LiceMD's primary ingredient is dimethicone , a...
Lansinoh Ventures Into Diaper Rash
in Straightfromthedoc, on May 26, 2009
A breastfeeding company - Lansinoh - has now ventured into diaper rash ointment for babies.
The product is called Lansinoh Diaper Rash Ointment - an odorless formula that absorbs right into baby's skin without leaving goopy, clumpy, white residue. It washes right off parents' hands...
OTC Prevacid®, Heartburn Medicine Now FDA-Approved
in Straightfromthedoc, on May 15, 2009
More than 50 million Americans suffer from frequent heartburn, and nearly half-more than 21 million patients-utilize prescription-only Prevacid® to treat acid-related disorders.
The US FDA recently announced its approval of Prevacid® 24HR, the first over-the-counter (OTC) Proton Pump Inhibit...
New Heart Studies with Focus on Prevention and Early Diagnosis
in Straightfromthedoc, on May 14, 2009
The new studies that will be released by Medtronic this week could help improve cancer and arthritis diagnosis in heart patients.
The groundbreaking research includes data on the world's first pacemaker designed for use in an MRI machine, giving pacemaker patients access to one of the lea...
Families Fighting Flu Launches H1N1 Awareness Campaign
in Straightfromthedoc, on May 13, 2009
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Families Fighting Flu (FFF) is a non-profit organization made up of parents who have all lost a child to seasonal flu. FFF is dedicated to educating people about the severity of influenza and the importance of vaccinating children against the flu each year.
You want to make sure t...
Honoré des Prés French Organic Perfume Line Launched In The US
in Straightfromthedoc, on May 11, 2009
A new line of French, all natural and organic perfumes called Honoré des Prés has been launched in the United States.
100% natural and Ecocert certified, Honoré des Prés is the first line of organic perfumes to be signed by the iconoclast perfumer, Oliva Giacobetti (the genius behind Dip...
EPA's National Drinking Water Week
in Straightfromthedoc, on May 4, 2009
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Sunday, May 3rd was The first day of the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) National Drinking Water Week. Where are you getting your recommended eight glasses of water every day?
According to the EPA, bottled water is "much more expensive, per gallon, than...
Vitamin D Deficiency May Increase Asthma Risk
in Straightfromthedoc, on April 30, 2009
According to a Costa Rican study , children with Vitamin D deficiency could be at a higher risk of developing asthma.
Vitamin D levels were also associated with increased frequency of hospitalization, according to a study with 616 Costa rican children with asthma published in the Americ...
What's the State of Your Air?
in Straightfromthedoc, on April 30, 2009
The American Lung Association (ALA) has just released the State of the Air 2009 report card on air quality, ranking cities most affected by outdoor air pollution. Click here to see where your city ranks in outdoor particle pollution.
While improving outdoor air quality is important, indoo...
Pomegranate Juice Against Prostate Cancer Recurrence
in Straightfromthedoc, on April 29, 2009
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Men who have undergone prostate cancer treatment will benefit from pomegranate juice.
According to a new US study :
According to findings published in the Journal of Urology and presented at the 104th Annual Scientific Meeting of the American Urological Association (AUA), a d...
Breasfeeding is Good for Moms Too
in Straightfromthedoc, on April 26, 2009
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Breast milk is the best milk for babies, we've always been told. I only know that breastfeeding your baby delays your first ovulation after pregnancy. That's about the only benefit of breastfeeding to moms, that fully registered in my mind.
Now reports are saying the wo...
Gates Foundation World Malaria Day Blogger Teleconference
in Straightfromthedoc, on April 23, 2009
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World Malaria Day is on April 25.
In honor of the day, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation has decided to host a blogger-exclusive teleconference today, Thursday, April 23 at 10:30am PT (1:30pm ET) to highlight exciting malaria research being conducted through the Grand Ch...
Louisiana Supreme Court Rules In Favor Of Board Certified Interventional Pain Physicians -- Ensuring Patient Safety
in Straightfromthedoc, on April 22, 2009
Here is new information regarding the American Society of Interventional Pain Physicians (ASIPP) and their recent victory in Louisiana preventing non-physicians from performing interventional pain techniques .
From the press release I have received:
ASIPP and the Louisiana Society of Inter...
Wanna Escape Seasonal Allergies? Here Are 5 Places You Can Go To.
in Straightfromthedoc, on April 14, 2009
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Spring is here. It may be good news for most people, but for people with allergies spring can be bad news. However, you can escape seasonal allergies by going to these 5 places:
1. hit the slopes
2. float out to sea
3. kick up some sand
4. wander the desert
5. explore an urban jungle...
Capsaicin-Green Tea Combo, Promotes Weight Loss
in Straightfromthedoc, on April 10, 2009
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The combination of capsaicin and green tea could promote the feeling of fullness and sustain satiety, thereby indicating it could be successful for weight management.
Such were the findings of researchers from Denmark and the Netherlands.
"We conclude that thermogenic food in...
Broccoli Sprouts, Good For Your Gut
in Straightfromthedoc, on April 6, 2009
We should all munch on broccoli sprouts. Apparently, it protects our stomach from the germ responsible for many cases of gastritis, ulcers and stomach cancers.
A new study shows that eating 2 1/2 ounces of three-day-old broccoli sprouts every day for at least two months may offer at least so...
New Storybook Helps Parents Teach Their Children About Asthma
in Straightfromthedoc, on March 27, 2009
As a chronic condition affecting nearly one out of every 10 child and accounting for almost 13 million missed school days each year, asthma continues to emerge as a major public health problem among the younger population. This problem is even more pronounced for parents who struggle with how to...
Insomnia a Growing Problem for Many: Conventional Cures Are Not Always Enough
in Straightfromthedoc, on March 26, 2009
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Topic: Running On Empty: Insomnia a Growing Problem for Many Conventional Cures Are Not Always Enough
Expert: Gayle Green, 510-847-5640 (cell), Professor, Scripps College (Claremont, Ca), and author of Insomniac
Contacts: Mary Bartlett, Scripps College, (909) 621-8223, mbar...
Foundation for NIH Facilitated Partnership Announced Availability of Alzheimer’s Genome Biomarker Data
in Straightfromthedoc, on March 20, 2009
The genome biomarker data for the Alzheimer's Disease Neuroimaging Initiative (ADNI) is ready to be shared with scientists world-wide for further analysis. Such were the announcement of the Foundation for the National Institutes of Health , the convener of a $60 million public-private par...
Tips For Following Mrs. Obama's Healthy Footsteps
in Straightfromthedoc, on March 19, 2009
Two-thirds of Americans are overweight and almost one-third of Americans are obese. With these startling statistics, it is clear why US First Lady Michelle Obama has made it a priority on her agenda to clean up the way American families eat, and to remind our country that it's never too late...
March is DVT (Deep Vein Thrombosis) Awareness Month
in Straightfromthedoc, on March 12, 2009
It is important to stay knowledgeable in the risk of DVT or Deep Vein Thrombosis .
The sixth annual National DVT Awareness Month has been kicked off. The Coalition to Prevent Deep Vein Thrombosis and its National Patient Spokesperson, Melanie Bloom, Widow of NBC news correspondent D...
Green Tea Against Gum Disease
in Straightfromthedoc, on March 11, 2009
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As suggested by a new study from Japan , consumption of green tea may offer protection against gum disease. Gum disease affects about 30 percent of the population.
The antioxidant catechins - found in green tea - are the ones responsible for the p...
Bush-era Bans on Stem Cell Research, Lifted By President Obama
in Straightfromthedoc, on March 9, 2009
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The bush-era bans on stem cell research has been lifted by President Barack Obama this Monday - thereby allowing federal financing of medical research using stem cells from discarded human embryos.
According to President Obama:
"This orde...
MIT Sloan BioInnovations Conference
in Straightfromthedoc, on March 5, 2009
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The MIT Sloan 2009 BioInnovations Conference: Revolutions in Healthcare is happening on Saturday, March 7, 8:30am-4:30pm at the Tang Center, Wong Auditorium, Building E51, 50 Memorial Drive, Cambridge. Here's the
Sloan campus map .
The VIP...
$50,000 In Scholarships Will Be Awarded To 10 Deserving Students With Asthma
in Straightfromthedoc, on March 5, 2009
Here is some information about the "Will to Win" college scholarship available for high school seniors with asthma who are pursuing a higher education. A total $50,000 in scholarships will be awarded to 10 students this August.
Schering-Plough's "Will to Win" college s...
Prebiotic in Baby Formula May Reduce Infant Infections
in Straightfromthedoc, on March 2, 2009
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According to a new study from Italy , adding prebiotics to infant formula may reduce the number of gut infections and reduce the use of antibiotics in infants.
The number of infants who experienced more than three upper respiratory tract infecti...
World's First Exercise Equipment Works Body And Brain
in Straightfromthedoc, on February 26, 2009
The world's first exercise equipment that works out both the body and the brain - Brain Center America's NeuroActive Bike - combines a solid cardio workout with a fun brain-training program designed to increase memory and cognitive function to offer your readers a better body and a sha...
Vitamin D, Protection For Cold and Flu
in Straightfromthedoc, on February 25, 2009
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For many decades we have looked at Vitamin C as our protection for cold and flu. A new study is saying that it may be Vitamin D that do could that.
According to the said study, increased levels of vitamin D may protect against common respiratory...
Blueberries Against Childhood Cancer
in Straightfromthedoc, on February 24, 2009
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According to a new study in mice from Ohio State University , extract from blueberries may reduce the size of tumours primarily found in infants and children, and improve survival.
Writing in the current issue of the journal Antioxidants & R...
Psoriasis Drug Raptiva Found Linked To Rare Brain Infection
in Straightfromthedoc, on February 21, 2009
The US FDA has recently issued a public health advisory regarding the psoriasis drug Raptiva .
Raptiva - a product of Genentech - is once-weekly injection approved for adults with moderate to severe plaque psoriasis who are candidates for systemic (whole body) therapy or phototherapy.
N...
Egg Proteins May Reduce Blood Pressure
in Straightfromthedoc, on February 21, 2009
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In lieu of heart health, we've been told to stay away from eggs because of the cholesterol in it.
Now, as suggested by a new study from Canada : proteins in boiled and fried eggs may reduce blood pressure and potentially reduce the risk of ca...
Brain Device for Severe OCD, Approved By The FDA
in Straightfromthedoc, on February 19, 2009
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The US FDA has approved a humanitarian device exemption for the first implantable device that delivers intermittent electrical therapy deep within the brain to suppress the symptoms associated with severe obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) .
T...
Enzyme From Fermented Soy May Reduce Risk of Alzheimer's Disease
in Straightfromthedoc, on February 17, 2009
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An enzyme extracted from fermented soy - Nattokinase - has been found to prevent the build up of certain protein plaques linked to Alzheimer's disease.
Such were the findings of a new study from Taiwan , published in the Journal of Agricul...
Multivitamins Don't Protect Women From Cancers and Heart Disease
in Straightfromthedoc, on February 11, 2009
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According to a Women's Health Initiative study, multivitamins have little or no influence in a woman's risk of cardiovascular diseases or cancer.
A study with 161,808 Postmenopausal Women aged between 50 and 79, reportedly the lar...
