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Metformin use at high doses seems to be associated with increases in height among children

High-Dose Metformin Linked to Increases in Child Height

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Dose-response relationship between metformin use and increases in height in children, teens
Exposure to secondhand tobacco smoke in infancy is associated with increased risk of sensitization to food allergens up to age 16 years

Smoke Exposure in Infancy Ups Sensitization to Food Allergens

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Secondhand smoke exposure also linked to increased risk of eczema with sensitization
Many physicians are inconsistent or behind schedule in their recommendations for human papillomavirus vaccination

Many Doctors Inconsistent With HPV Vaccine Recommendations

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Sizeable minority does not strongly endorse vaccination nor deliver timely recommendations
Self-awareness may help reduce the risk of obesity

‘Dispositional’ Mindfulness May Help Ward Off Obesity

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Study found awareness of thoughts and feelings was linked to lower risk for obesity
A case of ovarian hyperthecosis has been presented in the Oct. 22 issue of the New England Journal of Medicine.

Case of Ovarian Hyperthecosis Described

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Case report details how ovarian hyperthecosis can lead to balding, excess body hair
Total knee replacement usually results in greater pain relief and better joint function after a year than nonsurgical arthritis treatment

Pain Relief, Function Up Post Knee Replacement in Arthritis

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But risks make physical therapy a viable option, researchers say
For patients with acute myocardial infarction

EHR Use Ups Some Outcomes After Myocardial Infarction

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Less frequent heparin dosing and greater adherence to guideline-recommended care
People over 65 who eat more fish

Larger Brain Volume Associated With Mediterranean Diet

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Seniors who ate more foods tied to the eating plan, especially fish, had more volume
Children exposed to secondhand smoke at 4 months of age may be at risk for tooth decay by age 3

Secondhand Smoke in Infancy May Harm Children’s Teeth

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Exposure increases risk of cavities, researchers report
There is no clear evidence that operative treatment improves short-term outcome for complete acromioclavicular joint dislocation

AC Joint Dislocation Heals Well Without Surgery

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Nonsurgical treatment brings fewer complications and shorter recovery time, researchers say