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15 citations,
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14 citations,
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10 citations,
January 2019 in “The Nurse Practitioner” PCOS is a common hormonal disorder in women, treated with lifestyle changes, medication, and patient education.
10 citations,
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9 citations,
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9 citations,
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6 citations,
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5 citations,
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4 citations,
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1 citations,
July 1998 in “JAMA” The book provides a historical view of abortion in the U.S., critiques the pro-choice movement, and recommends including abortion in medical education.
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People with Down syndrome have a higher risk of skin disorders and need better screening and treatment.
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Abortion access should be defended on public health grounds, and medical evaluations are crucial in psychiatric cases to avoid misdiagnosis.