A new cross-sectional study led by public health researchers at Tufts University School of Medicine has found significant food insecurity
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Doctors drive 3,000 miles to state conversation on male body image
Even though men don’t often talk about their body insecurities, a new survey finds it’s something that’s certainly on their
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Here’s what’s on the horizon for a male contraceptive pill – but don’t hold your breath
The female contraceptive pill has helped millions of women take control of their fertility and reproductive health since it became
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Dispute on eye drop size fails to catch Supreme Court’s eye
A dispute about the size of eye drops has failed to catch the eye of the Supreme Court. Drug companies
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I have had this mole-like thing on my chest for almost a year now. I thought it used to be a pimple that I popped, but instead of disappearing it became this big soft fatty bump on my chest which makes me look like I have 3 nipples! Is this a bad sign? Do I need to see my doctor?
Anytime you have a skin problem that doesn’t go away, you should make an appointment with your health care provider.
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New strategies needed to help healthcare providers gain knowledge to counsel patients on diet
A new scientific advisory from the American Heart Association reviews current gaps in medical nutrition education and training in the
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Tiny juul device getting U.S. teens hooked on vaping
(HealthDay)—Tiny e-cigarette devices that look like USB drives are making it tough for parents and educators to keep their kids
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Practice leaders’ and facilitators’ perspectives on quality improvement may differ
Practice facilitation is a promising approach to helping medical practices implement quality improvements. In a recently published study in the
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Tobacco products promoted on Facebook despite policies, researchers find
Tobacco products are marketed and sold through unpaid content on Facebook—in some cases, without regard for the age of potential
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Taxes key in war on ‘lifestyle’ disease: health experts
Global health leaders declared war on lifestyle diseases Thursday, decrying the impact of tobacco, alcohol and soft drinks on the
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