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“Gluten Free” food defined as that with less than 20 parts per million
FDA seeks comment on new gluten free definition as food with less than 20 ppm of gluten. Continue reading →
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Vivacare Patient Education Service Highly Rated by Doctors
Physician users of Vivacare rate patient education service highly. Continue reading →
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Are Americans Getting “Too Much” Medical Care?
U.S. physicians report that they think excessive medical care is ordered for patients. Finding and reducing excess may reduce U.S. medical costs. Continue reading →
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Unnecessary Medical Care Costs U.S. Big $$$
Excessive medical spending costs billions per year. Continue reading →
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What Is Fibromyalgia & How Is It Treated?
Fibromyalgia (FMS) is a common and chronic disorder with three main symptoms: widespread muscle pain, fatigue, and multiple tender points. There is presently no cure for fibromyalgia, but there are...
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Zelboraf (vemurafenib) Approved for Melanoma Skin Cancer Treatment
Zelboraf (vemurafenib) approved for late-stage melanoma treatment. Continue reading →
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HPV Vaccine Recommended for Boys
The HPV vaccine is being recommended by a federal health agency to protect boys and girls from the HPV virus that causes cervical cancer, anal cancer and genital warts. Continue reading →
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Lung Cancer Screening with Annual Chest X-rays Does Not Reduce Mortality
Lung cancer screening with annual chest x-rays shown to be ineffective for reducing mortality from the disease. Continue reading →
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Cancer Screening Test Recommendations Revised Due to Better Understanding Cancer
Limitations of cancer screening tests come into focus with new studies and revised recommendations advising less frequent routine screening. Continue reading →
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Statins Treatment Found to Be Safe & Effective for Long-term Use with No...
Large study shows long term benefit of statin use and no increased risk of cancer or other non-cardiological illnesses Continue reading →
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Text4Baby provides free text messages to support maternal and child health
Patient Handout with text4baby information Text4baby provides a free texting service to pregnant women and new moms that delivers practical health tips through pregnancy and the baby’s first year....
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Psoriasis Treatment During Pregnancy: New Guidelines Offered by National...
The National Psoriasis Foundation published new guidelines regarding the treatment of psoriasis during the pregnancy. New recommendations released by the National Psoriasis Foundation Medical Board...
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Patients Rate Doctors Highly Despite Changes in Healthcare
Patients are “highly satisfied” with the medical care they receive from their own doctors in outpatient offices and clinics according to a new study published in the current issue of Health Outcomes...
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New Wrinkle Treatment, Belotero Balance, Approved by FDA
A new dermal filler joins the ranks of Juvederm®, Restylane®, Radiesse®, and Sculptra® as a treatment of wrinkles and facial folds. The U.S. FDA has approved Belotero Balance®from Merz Aesthetics for...
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Acne Treatment with Topical Retinoids Reviewed by Dermatologist, Dr. Lisa Benest
Lisa Benest, M.D. Dermatologist Topical retinoids are an important class of prescription-strength medications that are applied to the skin and commonly used for the treatment of acne. Dermatologist...
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Dermatologist Dr. Helen Torok Educates Patients About Contact Dermatitis
Helen Torok, M.D., Dermatologist Dr. Helen Torok, Medical Director for the Dermatology & Surgery Center at Trillium Creek, provides her patients with patient education information about contact...
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Thoracic Outlet Syndrome Information Provided by Seattle Physiatrist, Dr....
Richard Seroussi, M.D. - Seattle Spine & Sports Medicine Dr. Richard Seroussi, a physical medicine and rehabilitation expert at Seattle Spine and Sports Medicine, provides his patients with helpful...
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Sunscreen Study Shows Routine Use Prevents Melanoma Skin Cancer
Sunscreen use prevents melanoma skin cancer In a recent study, “Reduced melanoma after regular sunscreen use“, the benefits of regular sunscreen use is shown…once again. Routine sunscreen use to...
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Over-the-Counter Acne Medications Reviewed by NYC Dermatologist Dr. Nelson...
Dr. Nelson Novick, MD, New York City Dermatologist Americans spend $330 million a year on nonprescription acne remedies, such as Clearasil® and ProActiv®. Nelson Lee Novick, M.D., New York City...
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Dysport Treatment for Wrinkles Reviewed by Todd Minars, M.D.,
Dysport™ (abobotulinumtoxin A) was approved by the FDA in 2009 for the treatment of moderate to severe frown lines between the eyebrows (glabellar lines). Like Botox™, Dysport™ is an injectable form of...
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