Many high-risk people eligible for medication to prevent HIV infection face barriers to obtaining a prescription, according to research by
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CDC: vaccination coverage generally high for those born in 2015-16
For children born in 2015 to 2016, vaccination coverage is generally high, although coverage can be improved with increased access
Continue reading »High postural sway doubles older women’s fracture risk
Postural sway is an independent risk factor for bone fractures in postmenopausal women, according to a new study from the
Continue reading »Virtual, face-to-face exercise coaching motivates employees who are at high risk of heart disease, diabetes to exercise
A personalised active lifestyle programme for employees with metabolic syndrome (who are at high risk of heart disease, stroke, and
Continue reading »High levels of rare gut bacteria may be linked to restless legs syndrome
Small intestine bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) may be more prevalent among patients with restless legs syndrome (RLS), according to preliminary findings
Continue reading »High sugar levels during pregnancy could lead to childhood obesity
The children of women who have high glucose blood levels during pregnancy, even if their mothers are not diagnosed with
Continue reading »Brazil’s Bolsonaro shocked by high number of penis amputations
Brazilian president says 1,000 men a year undergo penis amputations due to a lack of water and soap Jair Bolsonaro,
Continue reading »New study finds very high rate of unnecessary antibiotic prescribing in SA
A study by researchers at Wits and the London School of Economics has revealed very high rates of antibiotic prescribing
Continue reading »Measles hits a 10-year high as number of cases triples in just a year
Measles hits a 10-year high as number of cases triples in just 12 months with more than 82,000 taken ill
Continue reading »Study shows need for thrombectomy-capable stroke centers remains high in 64 percent of communities studied
The need for thrombectomy-capable stroke centers (TSC) certification remains high as 64 percent of communities are beyond the maximum drive
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