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The levels of Ebola virus in a patient's blood can strongly predict the mortality risk

Levels of Ebola Virus in Blood Could Help Predict Mortality

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Scientists hope findings will point toward more effective treatments
New research suggests that men at high risk for HIV can benefit from pre-exposure prophylaxis taken before and after sex instead of every day. The study was published online Dec. 1 in the New England Journal of Medicine to coincide with World AIDS Day.

PrEP for Men at High Risk for HIV May Be Taken on Demand

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Research suggests medication still works when taken before and after sex, instead of daily
Each $1 per pack increase in the overall tobacco tax rate over the years 1999 to 2010 may have contributed to two fewer infant deaths each day

Higher Cigarette Taxes Linked to Lower Infant Mortality

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U.S. study suggests pregnant women may be less likely to smoke if tobacco prices are higher

November 2015 Briefing – Family Practice

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Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in Family Practice for November 2015. This roundup includes the...
For patients in safety-net clinics

Lower Patient Satisfaction With High Clinician Computer Use

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Observable communication differences seen in clinical encounters with high computer use
Losing a large amount of weight slows the loss of knee cartilage in obese people

RSNA: Losing >10 Percent of Body Weight Can Protect Knees

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Significant weight loss can slow the loss of knee joint cartilage, reduce risk of osteoarthritis
A new analysis suggests that parents who set rules and keep tabs on their teenagers may have kids who are more cautious about sex. The meta-analysis was published online Nov. 30 in Pediatrics.

Parental Involvement Does Impact Risky Teen Behavior

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Teens tend to delay sex if Mom and Dad keep an eye on what they're doing, who they're with
More low-income women are being screened for breast cancer due to expanded Medicaid coverage under the Affordable Care Act

RSNA: Breast Cancer Screening Among Poor Up Post ACA

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Researchers report that expansion of Medicaid coverage is improving access to mammograms
The companionship of a dog may lower a child's anxiety levels

Having a Dog in the Home Can Ease Children’s Anxiety Levels

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Children with pets less likely to test positive for anxiety than those without
About one in every eight American adults continue to have high levels of total cholesterol

CDC: Cholesterol Levels Improving But More Work Needed

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Adults aged 40 to 59 did not achieve Healthy People 2020 goals in 2011 to 2014