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Ozone Level Linked to Pregnancy Outcomes
Many cities and states announce Ozone Action Days when local ozone levels are high. Those may be good days for pregnant women to stay indoors.
Getting Physical with ED
Erectile dysfunction (ED) can be a difficult and frustrating problem.  Characterized by the inability to develop or maintain an erection sufficient for sexual intercourse, ED may make some men feel embarrassed and ashamed.
FDA Offers New Guidance on Developing Drugs for Alzheimer’s Disease
Today, the US Food and Drug Administration issued a proposal designed to assist companies developing new treatments for patients in the early stages of Alzheimer’s disease, before the onset of noticeable (overt) dementia.
Lilly Discontinues Phase 3 Rheumatoid Arthritis Program for Tabalumab
Eli Lilly and Company announced today that it will discontinue the Phase 3 rheumatoid arthritis (RA) program for tabalumab, an anti-BAFF (B cell activating factor) monoclonal antibody, due to lack of efficacy.
Maybe in Animals But Not in Humans
Cancer research usually begins by performing tests on cells. The next step involves animals, and finally humans. A recent controversy involving one medicine’s effect in animals has been refuted in human studies.
Serious Blood Clots a Concern for AB Blood Type
Recent research points to AB blood type as an important risk factor for developing serious blood clots. Do you know what your blood type is?  
No Libido Loss with the Pill
Combined oral contraceptives, commonly known as "the Pill," are used to prevent pregnancy. But could birth control pills be preventing more than an unwanted pregnancy?
Older Women and Breast Cancer Screenings
Screening recommendations for breast cancer continue to change. A new study now suggests that older women do not need to be screened as often as younger women. A breast cancer screening expert questions those conclusions.
Downside for Men Taking Daily Pain Rx
An estimated 43 million Americans use pain medicine on a daily basis. Men taking daily doses of pain medicine may experience an unwanted side effect: low testosterone. 
Body Image: Media May Not Be to Blame
Do girls feel they are lacking when they compare themselves to celebrities and popular girls at school? They may, but celebrities can't steal a crush like the other girls can.
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