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Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) and Antimicrobial Resistance
Medically reviewed by Dr. Tom Sandora Healthy
mai 10, 2022Like
Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) and Drug Resistance
Medically reviewed by Dr. Tom Sandora Healthy
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Inova Saville Cancer Screening And Prevention Center Opens
Healthcare provider Inova Health System (Falls Church, Va.) announced the opening of the Inova Saville Cancer Screening and Prevention Center in the pavilion of the Inova Schar Cancer Institute’s flagship facility in Fairfax, Va. The 24,000-square-foot comprehensive research and clinical facility aims to increase access to care and offer multiple services in one location. The project includes coordinated cancer screening and prevention services for cancers including breast cancer, lung cancer, pancreatic cancer, prostate cancer, thyroid cancer, gastrointestinal cancer, head and healthcare
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Even When IVF Is Covered by Insurance, High Bills and Hassles Abound
By Phil Galewitz, Kaiser Health News After years of trying to have a baby without success, Brenna Kaminski and her husband, Joshua Pritt, decided to try in vitro fertilization. Only 15 states require insurance to cover fertility treatments, and Florida, where Kaminski and Pritt live, isn’t one of them. Still, the couple’s insurance, from Pritt’s job at an energy company, did — putting them among the fortunate minority of Americans whose insurance plan covers the pricey fertility procedure. Kaminski and Healthy
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Neuroscience Center Planned In Denmark
The new Danish Neuroscience Center is being planned in Aarhus, Denmark, and will connect with the existing campus of the Aarhus University Hospital. The six-story facility will provide Aarhus University Hospital with study and treatment facilities for physical and mental brain diseases. It will include a reception area, large central atrium, and an interactive public exhibition and presentation area displaying the hospital’s latest research. Clinics, café, and publicly accessible terraces are also planned. The 215,000-square-foot center is slated to receive healthcare
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New Study Looks At The Lack Of Opioid Treatment For Inmates
A new study published in the Journal of Substance Use and Misuse looked at opioid agonist treatment recipients within criminal justice-involved populations. “Treating individuals who use opioids with medication and counseling support is the gold standard for addressing opioid use disorders, yet the majority of those who need this treatment do not receive it,” study author Wendy P. Guastaferro told us. “For those individuals involved with the criminal legal system, the chances of receiving this life saving treatment is even theravive
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Deborah James launches Bowelbabe Fund
Broadcaster, author and bowel cancer awareness advocate Deborah James launches fund to support cancer research and personalised medicine for patients Deborah James, AKA BowelBabe, has launched an incredible fund to raise money for clinical trials, research into personalised medicine for cancer patients and further campaigns to raise awareness of bowel cancer. The initial target for her BowelBabe Fund was set at £250,000 and less than 24 hours after its launch, over £1 million has been raised and donations continue to happi
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What is the sandwich generation?
When caring responsibilities pull you in two different directions, how can you best look after your own wellbeing? In 2022, our personal timelines are looking dramatically different to those of the generations that came before us. People are living longer, and many are choosing to have children later in life. These two trends offer a lot to be grateful for – before us lies more time with our loved ones, more time to explore the world around us, to pursue happi
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Mysophobia: All You Need To Know About The Fear Of Dirt, Contamination, Or Germs
With the global pandemic in the mix, we’ve learned and adapted to be mindful of the viruses, bacteria, and germs in the environment but being cautious about the dirt and germs isn’t as same as having an extreme or irrational fear of dirt, contamination, or germs. When you struggle with the fear of germs, dirt, or contamination – also known as mysophobia, it can cause you to go out of your way to avoid or stay away from germs or calmsage
mai 9, 2022Like
Take Charge of Your Advanced Stage Breast Cancer Diagnosis
Breast cancer is the most common form of cancer in women, other than skin cancer — and that means you probably know someone who’s been affected by breast cancer in some way. Though any cancer diagnosis is scary, women living with advanced or metastatic breast cancer are more likely to experience significant emotional stress than those with a less advanced stage of breast cancer. And women of color face unique challenges from the disease, with Black women being 40% more Healthy
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Why Do Women of Color Have Worse Breast Cancer Outcomes?
In 2013, Katrece Nolen, a 47-year-old Black woman in Northern Virginia, noticed one of her breasts felt swollen. She called her doctor and was sent for a mammogram. The results did not confirm the presence of cancer, so Nolen was prescribed an antibiotic regimen for what was thought to be mastitis. Several weeks later, her breast was even more swollen. Nolen contacted the office of a breast surgeon and was told they couldn’t see her for two months. “An offer Healthy