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Consider Options for Women With Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause
Sexual function often decreases for women because of the genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM). This condition includes the physical changes of the vulva, vagina, and lower urinary tract that result from estrogen deficiency.
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To Reach Goals, About 14 Million More Preteens Will Need HPV Shot
About 14 million additional preteens, beyond those who will receive the HPV shot based on current rates, will need to be immunized between now and 2026 to reach the 80% vaccination rate goal, an American Cancer Society report indicates.
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The Well-Woman Visit: Understand New Guidance
A new committee opinion issued by the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, in conjunction with the Women’s Preventive Services Initiative’s rollout of a “Well-Woman Chart,” is designed to help clinicians follow the latest updates for preventive care.
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Steep, Sustained Increases in STIs: A Call for Action
Nearly 2.3 million cases of chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis were diagnosed in the United States in 2017, preliminary data indicate. This number surpasses the previous high level in 2016 and marks the fourth consecutive year of sharp increases in sexually transmitted infections.
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Exercise Improves Physical Function in Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis
Tailored exercise therapy can improve physical functioning in patients with knee osteoarthritis and comorbid conditions.
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Does Outdoor Play ‘Keep the Doctor Away?’
A survey of more than 29,000 Canadian youth 11 to 15 years of age revealed a correlation between physical activity and lower rates of psychosomatic complaints in girls, and a correlation between valuing connection to nature and lower rates of psychosomatic symptoms in boys and girls.
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Acupuncture for Aromatase Inhibitor-associated Pain in Breast Cancer Patients
The authors of this randomized, controlled trial found that six weeks of acupuncture significantly reduced aromatase inhibitor-related joint pain in early stage breast cancer.
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Gingko biloba and Cognitive Function After Acute Ischemic Stroke
Supplementation with Ginkgo biloba extract may improve cognitive functioning after an acute ischemic stroke.
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Evaluation of Hair Loss in a Primary Care Setting
Hair loss is a common complaint for both male and female patients, who often first present to their family physician for evaluation. However, the vast array of underlying etiologies can present a diagnostic challenge for physicians. Reviewing the main principles of hair biology will help provide a better understanding of the basic science behind hair loss. One of the most important steps in patient evaluation is conducting a thorough history and physical exam. This article will discuss key questions to ask, as well as how to interpret exam findings. In general, hair loss is categorized into scarring alopecia, non-scarring alopecia, and structural hair disorders. This article will focus on the most common causes of scarring and non-scarring alopecia that will be encountered in a primary care setting, as well as first-line treatments for each.
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Should Aspirin Be Used for Primary Prevention of Cardiovascular Events?
Primary prevention of cardiovascular disease and death by using daily low-dose aspirin is not recommended and should be reserved for those instances in which secondary prevention has been demonstrated to be effective in randomized clinical trials.