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Anemia Boosts Stroke Death Risk, Study Finds

Blood condition is common among older patients.

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Michael R. Bloomberg Becomes WHO Global Ambassador for Noncommunicable Diseases

WHO has named Mr Michael R. Bloomberg, philanthropist and former three-term Mayor of the City of New York, as Global Ambassador for Noncommunicable Diseases (NCDs), on 17 August.

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Survey shows broad support for national precision medicine study

In a recent survey designed to measure public attitudes about the Precision Medicine Initiative (PMI) Cohort Program, a majority of respondents expressed willingness to participate in the nationwide research effort.

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New Moms' Hair Loss Usually Temporary, Expert Says

Blame estrogen and use these expert tips to conceal post-partum shedding.

If you've recently had a baby and think your hair is falling out, don't despair.
Many new mothers experience hair loss, but an expert says the problem is usually short-lived.

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Celiac Disease Risk May Be Tied to Time, Place of Birth

Swedish study finds lower risk of the digestive disorder in babies born in winter or cooler climates.

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Do Angioplasty Patients Really Need Beta-Blocker Drugs?

Study suggests doctors reconsider their use in the absence of heart attack, heart failure.

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Injected Drug May Help Fight Osteoporosis in Women

Abaloparatide appears to reduce fractures better than the current drug Forteo, researchers say.

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Study Finds Links Between Chronic Pain, Depression in Couples

Findings could lead to better diagnostic tests and treatments, researchers say.

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True magnitude of stillbirths and maternal and neonatal deaths underreported

Counting and reviewing every birth and death is key to preventing future tragedies

The day of birth is potentially the most dangerous time for mothers and babies. Every year, worldwide, 303 000 women die during pregnancy and childbirth, 2.7 million babies die during the first 28 days of life and 2.6 million babies are stillborn.

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Babies Often Put to Sleep in Unsafe Positions

About 3,500 U.S. infants still succumb to sudden infant death syndrome each year: CDC.

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