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Some don't heed warnings of acne drug danger during pregnancy conception
iPLEDGE mandates pregnancy test for women who want a prescription for isotretinoin
 "Some don't heed warnings of acne drug danger during pregnancy conception")
Earlier ebola outbreaks and how the world overcame them
Scientists are confident enough to tackle ebola but they are thwarted by politics
 "Earlier ebola outbreaks and how the world overcame them")
Autoimmune diseases rising, 75% of those affected are women: Study
Some common symptoms of autoimmune diseases are pain in joints, stiffness, excessive tiredness and headaches
 "Autoimmune diseases rising, 75% of those affected are women: Study")
The great push that jaunty music can give your high-intensity workout
High-intensity interval workouts are quite popular at the moment
 "The great push that jaunty music can give your high-intensity workout")
Waking up early? You may be less likely to develop breast cancer: Study
These findings, published in the journal BMJ, identify a need for future research
 "Waking up early? You may be less likely to develop breast cancer: Study")
Here's what you should eat if you want to live a 100 years or more
Functional medicine advises paleo, keto meal plans and prescribe required nutritional supplements
 "Here's what you should eat if you want to live a 100 years or more")
How the travel industry is sensitising staff to cater to autistic tourists
The growing frequency of autism diagnoses and the gap in travel services for those dealing with autism created an overlooked market
 "How the travel industry is sensitising staff to cater to autistic tourists")
Sugar in fruit juice is linked to a higher cancer risk, says report
The study found no increased cancer risk from sugar-free drinks, although so few of the people studied consumed them that the results may not be significant, the researchers said
 "Sugar in fruit juice is linked to a higher cancer risk, says report")
Dependent on technology? 'Digital detox' is the need of the hour
Excessive dependence on technology can make us heavily rely on social networking sites
 "Dependent on technology? 'Digital detox' is the need of the hour")
Scientists genetically reprogram millions of bacteria to kill cancer cells
Our immune cells can sometimes recognise and destroy cancer cells without assistance
 "Scientists genetically reprogram millions of bacteria to kill cancer cells")
Custom-blended hormone therapy may not be accurate, says study
This study showed that the dose of a compounded product received may be different from the actual prescribed dose
 "Custom-blended hormone therapy may not be accurate, says study")
How those hoping to lose weight often wind up being their own worst enemies
Why exercise underwhelms for weight reduction remains an open question
 "How those hoping to lose weight often wind up being their own worst enemies")
India asks states not to tie-up with Phillip Morris-led anti-smoking group
The company says it works independently, but WHO has said there are "clear conflicts" due to the $80 million in annual funding the foundation receives from Philip Morris
 "India asks states not to tie-up with Phillip Morris-led anti-smoking group")
Working more than 10 hours regularly increases chance of a heart attack
Long working hours have also been shown to increase likelihood of smoking, excessive drinking, and weight gain
 "Working more than 10 hours regularly increases chance of a heart attack")
Bottles of beer, wine contain harmful levels of toxic elements, says study
The enamels were of greater concern, with cadmium concentrations of up to 20,000 parts per million in the decorated regions on a range of spirits, beer and wine bottles
 "Bottles of beer, wine contain harmful levels of toxic elements, says study")
Cognitive behavioural therapy: What we think, how we feel, how we behave
CBT has been demonstrated to be effective in a range of problems including depression, anxiety disorders, addictions, eating disorders and severe mental illness
 "Cognitive behavioural therapy: What we think, how we feel, how we behave")
Customer service as therapy best for those who just want someone to listen
Some people who could benefit from more formal therapy avoid going because they believe there is a stigma around mental health issues
 "Customer service as therapy best for those who just want someone to listen")
Parenting in the changing climate: Demystify the concept of global warming
Psychologists say the way parents and teachers talk about climate change with children has an effect on their young psyches
 "Parenting in the changing climate: Demystify the concept of global warming")
AbbVie makes USD 63B bid for Botox maker Allergan
The two companies have little in common, save for a desire to reinvigorate growth that has sputtered. Shares of AbbVie are down 16% over the past year and shares of Allergan are down 24%
 "AbbVie makes USD 63B bid for Botox maker Allergan")
Why supplements for brain health show no benefit: A neurologist explains
What we do and don't know about supplements, nutrition and brain health
 "Why supplements for brain health show no benefit: A neurologist explains")
