A study of how post menopausal women make the decision to take hormone replacement therapy (HRT) indicates the doctor's opinion overwhelmingly influences the patient. 08-20-99.
A study indicates a vegetarian diet low in fat can reduce disabling menstrual cramps. In addition, the women in the study lost weight, lowered their cholesterol levels and gained energy when they switched their eating habits. 02-11-00.
By an overwhelming majority, women with silicone breast implants and other claimants have approved a $3.2 billion plan to settle with former silicone implant manufacturer Dow Corning Corp. 06-18-99.
Describes a research study that shows promise for fighting Strep throat, pneumonia, and other infections that are normally resistant to antibiotics. The virus is engineered to destroy only one type of bacteria, an effective and possibly healthier solution compared to use of conventional antibiotics. Conventional antibiotics attack useful as well as infectious bacteria. 3-01