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Beginning to Smoke Before Age 15 Increases Risk for COPD

Beginning cigarette smoking before 15 years of age is significantly associated with later chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) risk, according to a stud

The New Definition of Obesity

The way obesity is diagnosed needs to become more sophisticated, an international commission has concluded. Using body-mass index (BMI) to tell who is overweigh

Global Commission Presents Nuanced Approach for Defining Clinical Obesity

A global commission endorsed by 75 medical organizations around the world and published online Jan. 14 in The Lancet Diabetes Endocrinology, presents a nuanced

Retirement, Mental Health, and Alcohol Use: What They Have in Common

Retirement is meant to be a person s chance to take it easy and enjoy life. But for many, it s a quick route to depression and boozing, researchers reported in

Live Far From a Clinic? Telehealth Abortion Services Are on the Rise

Women who live far from an abortion clinic depend on telehealth and mail to obtain access to medication abortion, a new study says. Each 100-mile increase in di

These Incentives Help People, Including Pregnant Smokers, Quit Smoking

Smokers are better able to quit if they re offered financial incentives for their efforts. Overall, smokers had up to a 54 better chance at kicking the habit if

People With Lupus Are At Risk for This Type of Heart Disease

People with lupus-related skin problems are more likely to develop heart disease associated with hardening of the arteries. Lupus patients with skin symptoms ar

Men Are 3 Times As Likely to Die from Traumatic Brain Injury Compared to Women

Men are more than three times as likely to die from a traumatic brain injury compared to women, a new study says. About 30 brain injury-related deaths occurred

More Abortions Tied to Natural Family Planning or Fertility Awareness Methods

Relying on natural and fertility awareness methods to prevent pregnancy might be linked to an increase in abortions, a new study suggests. Use of hormonal birth

Updated Guidelines for Preventing Osteoporosis-Related Fractures Released

All women 65 and older should continue to be screened for osteoporosis, the nation s leading preventive health panel says in an updated recommendation. The U.S.

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