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CYP2C19 polymorphism impacts response to proton pump inhibitor treatment in gastroesophageal reflux disease

CYP2C19 Polymorphism Impacts Response to PPI Tx in GERD

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Meta-analysis shows lower efficacy rates to proton pump inhibitors for rapid metabolizer genotype
Three-quarters of first-time expectant mothers plan to follow the recommended vaccination schedule for their children

Many First-Time Mothers Need More Accurate Vaccine Info

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11 percent intend to spread out the recommended inoculations, survey finds
Young women who survive a myocardial infarction (MI) or ischemic stroke continue to face an increased mortality risk -- or another MI or stroke

Risk of Second Event High for Young Women After MI, Stroke

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Odds of another event and mortality are significantly increased, researchers say
A higher resting heart rate may indicate higher risk of premature mortality

Higher Resting Heart Rate Tied to Higher Risk of Mortality

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But more research is needed before this can used as a marker, researcher says
California and Oregon will soon implement groundbreaking laws that enable women to get contraceptives from pharmacists without a doctor's prescription.

Two States to Allow Pharmacists to Prescribe Birth Control

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Contraceptives prescribed by pharmacists will be covered by insurance
Infants being breastfed by HIV-positive mothers can effectively be protected from the infection in the six- to 12-month period after birth by receiving up to 12 months of liquid formula HIV drugs

HIV Prophylaxis to 12 Months Protects Breastfeeding Infants

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Both lopinavir-ritonavir, lamivudine linked to very low rates of HIV-1 postnatal transmission
Aetna is offering targeted diabetes plans

Aetna Offers Targeted Health Plans for Diabetes Care

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Plans include low copay for specialist visits related to diabetes, free supplies, financial incentives
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved on Thursday a Massachusetts company's request to produce genetically modified salmon.

FDA Grants Approval for Genetically Engineered Salmon

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Agency says it's safe to eat and doesn't need special label
Starting to exercise later in life can still reduce risk of heart failure

Exercise Can Reduce Heart Failure Risk at Any Age

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Even those who start moving later in life could see benefits
A low-volume

Bursts of High-Intensity Interval Training Beneficial for Older Men

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Sedentary men have improvement in peak power output after six-week HIIT intervention