More than 150 million women worldwide use oral contraceptives (OCs). Combined OCs (COCs), made up of synthetic hormones, are the most common type. Sex hormones are known to modulate the brain network involved in fear processes.
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For a person with dementia, loud noises can confuse, scare or trigger unwanted past memories. Read Alzheimer's Society's top tips for staying safe and scare-free when celebrating with fireworks.
Nov 1, 2023
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RIKEN geneticists have developed a tool that can quickly and accurately analyze variants in mobile genetic elements, commonly known as "jumping genes." This promises to shed light on the role such variants play in disease.
Oct 31, 2023
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The Food and Drug Administration is warning U.S. consumers not to use certain over-the-counter eye drops, as more than two dozen eye products from several major brands carry risk of infection.
Oct 31, 2023
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Federal regulators are warning consumers to stop using eyedrops and gels from several major brands after finding unsanitary conditions in a manufacturing plant.
Oct 30, 2023
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Federal regulators have sent warning letters to two companies for illegally selling probiotic products for use in preterm infants.
Oct 27, 2023
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Federal regulators are investigating a salmonella outbreak linked to packaged, diced onions that has sickened at least 73 people across 22 states.
Oct 25, 2023
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CVS Health plans to pull cold medications that contain phenylephrine from its store shelves after federal regulators determined recently that the decongestant doesn't work.
Oct 20, 2023
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A proposed rule from federal regulators that would ban menthol cigarettes and flavored cigars has been sent to the White House Office of Management and Budget for final review.
Oct 17, 2023
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Research shows that people with higher levels of peace of mind are better at reinterpreting situations to regulate their emotions, rather than suppressing them.
Oct 16, 2023
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