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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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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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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Oncology & Cancer
Preventing oral cancer: Signs, symptoms and preventive care for all ages
When it comes to oral health, most of us are focused on avoiding cavities or banishing bad breath. We don't really think about taking steps to prevent oral cancers.
Apr 6, 2021
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Pediatrics
HPV infections are plummeting due to widespread vaccination
(HealthDay)—Fifteen years of widespread vaccination of U.S. children with the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine is reaping big rewards: A more than 80% drop in new infections has been seen in women and girls under the ...
Mar 26, 2021
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Pediatrics
Why the HPV vaccine is important for preteens
If you could protect your children now from a potential cancer later in life, would you? A recent survey conducted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reveals that an increasing number of parents are hesitant ...
Feb 12, 2021
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Oral HPV infection detected in infants, young children
(HealthDay)—Human papillomavirus (HPV) infection in the oral cavity has been detected in infants and young children, according to a study published in the March issue of Emerging Infectious Diseases, a publication of the ...
Feb 11, 2021
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