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August 2020 in “Health and Quality of Life Outcomes” Birth control pills containing cyproterone acetate improve the quality of life more for women with polycystic ovary syndrome after 6 months of use.
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June 2011 in “Journal of Genetics” Some human genetic markers work for genetic studies in pig-tailed and stump-tailed macaques, which can help in their conservation.
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May 2023 in “Plants” Allium hookeri extract may help promote hair growth and protect cells from damage.
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Four natural compounds were found to promote hair growth effectively.
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