Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
New effective vaccines for Lyme disease are coming
There is no effective vaccine currently available to prevent Lyme disease in humans.
Oct 17, 2019
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News tagged with personal choice
Overweight & Obesity
Changing the terminology to 'people with obesity' won't reduce stigma against fat people
The British Psychological Society is calling for changes for how we talk about fatness, suggesting we should no longer use the phrase "obese people," but instead, "people with obesity" or "people living with obesity."
Oct 15, 2019
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Health
Is it safe to drink alcohol while breastfeeding?
Is it safe to drink alcohol and breastfeed? As physicians, we have always cautioned patients not to. As mothers, we look forward to the occasional glass of wine.
Jul 19, 2019
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Health
Holiday hacks for your diet
Around 80% of diets fail within two years. Here's how you can beat the odds.
Dec 18, 2018
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Working more, but getting less done?
(HealthDay)—It's no surprise that many Americans are working overtime. Conservative estimates say that 19 percent of adults put in 48 hours or more a week and 7 percent log in 60 or more.
Nov 29, 2018
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Health
What does choice mean when it comes to health care?
President Trump continues to threaten millions of Americans who now have health insurance with loss of coverage by undermining the Affordable Care Act, commonly known as "Obamacare." His goal has been to repeal the ACA, or ...
Aug 4, 2017
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Oncology & Cancer
Task force: Mammograms in 40s a choice, but don't skip at 50
A government task force says women should get a mammogram every two years starting at age 50—but starting in their 40s should be a personal choice.
Apr 20, 2015
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Ophthalmology
For visually impaired, early offer of low vision rehab may be best
(HealthDay)—Several factors, including duration of symptoms, influence the decision to seek low vision rehabilitation services, according to a study published in the January issue of Ophthalmic & Physiological Optics.
Jan 5, 2015
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Overweight & Obesity
New study asks why willpower alone fails the weight test
A new study investigating the psychology behind losing weight suggests temperament may influence food choices rather than willpower.
Nov 3, 2014
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Obstetrics & gynaecology
Mothers-to-be should be aware of unintentional chemical exposures
Pregnant women should be made aware of the sources and routes of chemical exposure in order to minimise harm to their unborn child, despite current uncertainty surrounding their effects, say experts from the Royal College ...
Jun 6, 2013
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