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IOM: Raise Legal Age to 21 for Tobacco Purchase
Such a move would save thousands of lives and lower number of smokers, says Institute of Medicine
HealthDay/Harris Poll: More Americans in Favor of Vaccination
Survey results in wake of measles outbreak
Ultrasound Tx Shows Promise in Breaking Up Amyloid Plaque
Research in mice is preliminary, but may have potential to combat the disease
Health Officials Warn of Blinding Cases of Syphilis on West Coast
Doctors and eye-care providers should be alert for symptoms of ocular syphilis
Powdered Alcohol Approved by U.S. Regulators
Freeze-dried alcohol can be mixed with water to create an alcoholic drink
Poll: Majority of Americans Interested in Genetic Testing
But researchers wonder if everyone is adept at accurately interpreting test results
No Higher Odds of Breast Cancer in Transgender Patients
Research based on VA medical records finds no increase in risk, despite use of hormone Rx
More Support for ‘Timing Hypothesis’ in HRT Use
No cardiovascular disease protective effect seen
Clinical Trial Data Often Not Reported in Timely Manner
Delays in filing findings on new treatments mean patients aren't informed, researcher says
Single Paravertebral Blockade Seems Safe in Herpes Zoster
Safe and effective treatment modality in patients with acute thoracic herpes zoster
