Smoking May Be an Independent Risk Factor for Suicidality
New research suggests that smoking may lead to an increased risk of suicidality and suicide attempts.
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Pelvic/Para-Aortic Lymphadenectomy May Improve Survival Time From Endometrial Cancer
In medium- to high-risk patients with endometrial cancer, systematic removal of pelvic as well as para-aortic lymph nodes may improve survival time vs pelvic lymphadenectomy alone.
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Multiple Deployments in Soldiers Linked to Increased Risk for PTSD During Active Duty
The first study to look at the prevalence of anxiety disorders, including PTSD, in active duty military personnel suggests that those at greatest risk are soldiers who have been deployed multiple times.
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Regular Analgesic Use May Increase Risk for Hearing Loss
Regular use of aspirin, acetaminophen, and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs may increase the risk for hearing loss in men, particularly those younger than 60 years.
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DASH Diet Plus Exercise Improves Cognitive Function in Sedentary Obese Patients
The beneficial effects of this diet combined with aerobic exercise were more pronounced among sedentary, obese patients with higher carotid artery intima-media thickness.
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