What you should know about the HPV vaccine
In a major public-health advance, a new vaccine has been approved to protect against four viral strains. Two experts tell the best way to use it.
All articles by Myra Dembrow
Inhaled steroids for pregnant patients
Is there any difference in inhaled steroids when it comes to using them in pregnant patients?
Celiac disease now more widespread
The number of cases of celiac disease has increased more than fourfold in the past 50 years.
Traffic pollution may pose rheumatoid arthritis risk
Study indicates that living near a major roadway can increase a woman’s risk of developing rheumatoid arthritis (RA) by up to nearly two thirds.
Specialists call for tighter BP control
New research underscores the urgency for obese children and patients with diabetes. But attaining a BP goal is not enough—maintenance is key.
Patients’ fatal mistakes soar 3,000%
Fatal medication errors (FMEs) among patients who used recreational drugs or alcohol while taking prescribed or OTC medicines increased more than 3,000% over two decades.
High vitamin D: Rx for cancer prevention?
Studies show a strong correlation between high vitamin D consumption and reduced risk of two types of cancer. But is it premature to tell patients?
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