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Twin births by C-section no safer than vaginally
Giving birth to twins vaginally is equally safe for both the babies and mothers compared with caesarean section deliveries, according to a large, Canadian-led study. More read comments
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Exercise 'as good as medicines' in treating disease
Exercise may be just as good as medication to treat heart disease and should be included as a comparison when new drugs are being developed and tested, scientists say. More read comments video
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Hormone therapy use in long-term deterred
Hormone therapy is not recommended to prevent heart disease and other chronic illnesses, but it may be appropriate to relieve hot flashes and other menopausal symptoms in the short term for some women, study results suggest. More read comments
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