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Race Might Play Role in Success of Weight-Loss Surgery

WEDNESDAY, June 20 -- Black women without diabetes lost about 10 percent less weight than white women after having a weight-loss procedure called gastric bypass surgery, but having diabetes helped increase their weight loss, a new study finds.For... read more..

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'Sling' Implant May Cut Risk of Incontinence After Prolapse Surgery

WEDNESDAY, June 20 -- Women who have surgery to treat pelvic organ prolapse can reduce their risk of incontinence afterward by having a second procedure done simultaneously where surgeons implant a "sling" to support the urethra, new research... read more..

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DR Secret Gives Hope to Women with Skin Pigmentation Woes

DR Secret Store expands on distribution of dermatologist grade skin lightening products in United States and Australia via online store after success in Southeast Asia.(PRWeb June 18, 2012)Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2012/6/prweb9605141.htm (Source: PRWeb: Medical Pharmaceuticals) read more..

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HPV Infection Lasts Longer in Young Black Women: Study

SUNDAY, April 1 -- Human papillomavirus infection tends to lasts longer in college-aged black women than whites, possibly setting them up for a higher risk of cervical cancer, according to a new study.The researchers also found that black women... read more..

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Black Women, Uninsured Get Worse Ovarian Cancer Care: Study

TUESDAY, March 27 -- Women with ovarian cancer who are black, either uninsured or Medicare recipients, or who have annual incomes of less than $35,000 are more likely to receive poorer-quality care, a new study shows.Researchers found these racial... read more..

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HPV Vaccine May Help Women With Cervical Conditions

TUESDAY, March 27 -- A new study finds that women diagnosed with pre-cancerous cervical conditions after they get the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine can still benefit from the shot because it cuts their risk of future HPV-related cervical... read more..

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Feature Story: Go Red For Women

This Merck-sponsored campaign, initiated by the American Heart Association, is designed to empower women of all ages to take charge of their heart health. read more..

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Hair Care Can Pose Health Risks for Black Women

THURSDAY, March 22 -- Certain hairstyling practices can result in serious hair and scalp diseases for some black women, an expert warns."Hair is an extremely important aspect of an African American woman's appearance," Dr. Diane Jackson-Richards,... read more..

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Obese Women at Higher Risk of Breast Cancer Recurrence: Study

FRIDAY, March 23 -- Overweight and obese breast cancer patients are at increased risk for recurrence of the disease, a new study finds.The findings -- which held true even though chemotherapy doses were adjusted for weight -- provide further... read more..

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Hormonal Changes May Trigger Migraines in Some Women

FRIDAY, March 23 -- Hormonal changes are a major reason women are far more likely than men to have migraine headaches, research suggests.About 30 million Americans suffer from migraines, and women are nearly three times more likely to have them... read more..

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Health Highlights: March 12, 2012

Here are some of the latest health and medical news developments, compiled by the editors of HealthDay:CDC Promotes HIV Testing, Awareness Among Black WomenA new campaign to increase HIV testing and awareness among black women was launched... read more..

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Exercise Might Boost Kids' Academic Ability

MONDAY, March 12 -- Promoting physical activity among young school kids can end up improving their academic performance, a new study suggests.Italian researchers tracked 138 children aged 8 through 11 who took mental acuity tests under a series of... read more..

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Health Highlights: March 9, 2012

Here are some of the latest health and medical news developments, compiled by the editors of HealthDay:CDC Campaign Promotes HIV Testing, Awareness Among Black WomenA new campaign to increase HIV testing and awareness among black women was... read more..

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FRC Action: HHS Puts Planned Parenthood Ahead of Low-Income Women in Texas

WASHINGTON, March 9, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Family Research Council Action (FRC Action) expressed outrage at President Obama's Department of Health and Human Services' decision to stop funding of Medicaid family planning and preventive care programs that benefit 130,000... read more..

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