Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
8 things to know about hepatitis C
There's a good reason why hepatitis C is known as a "silent killer."
Jul 20, 2021
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Vaccination
HPV vaccine has a significant impact even if not universal
Human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccines applied in national vaccination programs protect against most cancers associated with oncogenic, high-risk (hr) HPV types. Two recent studies demonstrate the impact of gender-neutral HPV ...
Jun 14, 2021
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Infection with human papillomavirus linked to higher risk of preterm birth
Women carrying human papillomavirus (HPV) run an elevated risk of preterm birth, a University of Gothenburg study shows. A connection can thus be seen between the virus itself and the risk for preterm birth that previously ...
May 31, 2021
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Vaccine protects against more HPV variants than previously known
The human papillomavirus (HPV) can cause cancer and many countries run national vaccination programs to minimize the risk. Studies involving researchers at German Cancer Research Center, Karolinska Institutet and Tampere ...
May 31, 2021
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Health
50 years of progress in women's health
Debates over women's health have long been contentious, but have also resulted in significant improvements in areas like equitable access to health care and survivorship. But the overall picture remains far from perfect. ...
May 29, 2021
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Medications
CDC: COVID-19 vaccine can be given along with other shots
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Wednesday that COVID-19 vaccines can be given along with other childhood shots, CNN reported Wednesday.
May 14, 2021
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Pediatrics
HPV vaccination rates suboptimal within ages 9 to 12 years
(HealthDay)—Despite increases since 2008, human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination rates are suboptimal within ages 9 to 12 years, according to a study published online May 3 in Pediatrics.
May 4, 2021
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Vaccination
Global vaccine push to save 50 mn lives by 2030: WHO
The WHO and partners called Monday for action to boost vaccination against measles and other diseases worldwide after the pandemic severely disrupted access to routine jabs.
Apr 26, 2021
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Oncology & Cancer
First patient-derived organoid model for cervical cancer
Researchers from the group of Hans Clevers (Hubrecht Institute) developed the first patient-derived organoid model for cervical cancer. They also modeled the healthy human cervix using organoids. In close collaboration with ...
Apr 13, 2021
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Medical research
Study identifies specific antioxidants that may reduce oncogenic HPV infection in women
A study led by Hui-Yi Lin, Ph.D., Professor of Biostatistics, and a team of researchers at LSU Health New Orleans Schools of Public Health and Medicine has found that adequate levels of five antioxidants may reduce infection ...
Apr 12, 2021
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