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Alcohol Linked to Higher Risk of Breast Cancer in Black Women
Black women who have at least seven drinks/week at greater risk for nearly all subtypes of breast cancer
Too Few Americans Know the Warning Signs of Stroke
Many who experience symptoms consistent with a TIA fail to report it
Optimal Cardiovascular Health in Middle Age Adds Years to Life
Researchers find it linked to longer, disease-free life
Weight Loss Can Decelerate Knee Joint Degeneration
Lower rates of progression seen with greater weight loss
Pictorial Messages Better for Discouraging Indoor Tanning
Pictorial messages produce greater negative reactions; more effective than text-only messages
Combo of Exercise, Vitamin D May Boost Effects on Heart Health
Physical activity linearly associated with higher 25(OH)D levels in whites
April 2017 Briefing – OBGYN & Women’s Health
Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in OBGYN & Women's Health for April 2017. This roundup...
Cold Application Decreases Fibromyalgia Pain
10-minute cold application on the trapezius muscle tied to significant decrease in pain score
Less Morbidity Seen for High-Intensity Focused U/S of Fibroids
Ultrasound treatment of uterine fibroids appears to cause less morbidity than surgery
Screen Size, Shape Affect User Perception of Smartwatches
Large screens are more effective for promoting hedonic and pragmatic qualities of smartwatches
