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January 2004 in “Drugs” Ethinylestradiol/Chlormadinone Acetate is a safe and effective birth control pill that also helps regulate menstrual cycles, reduces period pain, and treats certain skin and hair conditions.
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October 2014 in “Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology” Genetic testing for cancer risk can lead to early and life-saving treatments in people without symptoms.
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