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Secondhand Smoke Tied to Lower 'Good' Cholesterol in Teen Girls
Living with smokers may raise risk for heart disease, study suggests
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Pediatrician Group Issues Home Birth Policy Statement
A caregiver dedicated solely to the baby should be present, organization advises

Cosmetic Procedures for Arms on the Rise, Plastic Surgeons Say
Vast majority of patients are women

Your Voice Carries Sexual Cues, Study Finds
Women prefer deep voices, men attracted to high-pitched, breathy tones

Ultrasound Best Detector of Dangerous Ectopic Pregnancies, Study Finds
Women with symptoms in early pregnancy shouldn't rely on clinical exam alone, experts say

Non-Melanoma Skin Cancers Tied to Risk for Other Cancers
Findings come from two large, long-term studies of U.S. health professionals

Mammo Rates Unchanged Despite Controversial Guidelines
Annual screenings continue as women, doctors appear to be ignoring task force recommendations, new data shows

No Tie Between Light Drinking During Pregnancy, Child's Development: Study
No mental deficit for 7-year-olds born to mothers who drank once or twice a week; one doctor urges caution

Vitamin D May Help Prevent Uterine Fibroids
Women with adequate levels of the nutrient less likely to get the noncancerous growths, study shows

Scientists Create Breast Cancer Survival Predictor
Model shows which gene signatures are strong signs for survival

IUDs Safe Contraceptives for Teens, Study Finds
Researchers conclude new intrauterine devices provide long-term, worry-free protection

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