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November 20th 2024
Vitamin D and calcium decreased systolic and diastolic blood pressure among older individuals with obesity.
Child Abuse: Responsibilities and Protection of the Reporter
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The Impact of Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians in Recognizing and Responding to Human Trafficking (Pharmac...
2.0 Credits / Human Trafficking, Law
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Ensuring Pharmacy Technicians’ Proficiency in Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategies
1.0 Credit / Law, Pain Management, Opioids
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Women With PCOS and Obesity at Increased Risk of Developing Type 2 Diabetes
March 30th 2021Women with obesity and polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) have an increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes, according to a study presented virtually at ENDO 2021, the Endocrine Society's annual meeting.
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Pandemic Stress Leading to Unhealthy Changes in Weight, Increased Drinking
March 18th 2021Adults in the United States are reporting undesired weight changes, an increase in drinking, and other negative behavior changes that may be unhealthy coping mechanisms for prolonged stress, according to a survey conducted by the American Psychological Association (APA).
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Is Weight Linked to More Severe Acute Respiratory Illnesses?
March 8th 2018Obesity has been considered a risk factor for severe acute respiratory illness, including more severe cases of the flu, but a recently-published study found that weight may not be associated with increased illness severity.
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