Birth Control recall, HPV vaccine for boys, Massage inflammation
Birth Control recall
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| Updated: 2/01 4:52 pm |
Published: 2/01 4:50 pm |
Pfizer is voluntarily recalling about a million packets of birth control pills - because they may not contain enough contraceptive to prevent pregnancy.
The drug maker says the recall involves lo-ov-ral-28, norgestrel - and generic tablets.
Pfizer says an investigation found some packs might contain an in-exact count of ingredients.
Pfizer says the pills pose no health threat to women..
It urges affected consumers to begin using *non-hormonal* contraception immediately.
HPV vaccine for boys
The nation's largest doctor group is recommending all eleven and twelve-year-old boys receive the Human Papilloma Virus vaccine.
New guidelines from the American Academy of Pediatrics say all children should receive the shots.
HPV can cause cervical, anal and some head and neck cancers, as well as genital warts.
In order to be effective, the vaccine must be given before someone is ever infected.
Massage inflammation
Are you dealing with constant inflammation problems?
A massage might be just what you need.
Researchers have found getting a massage not only lowers inflammation in the body, but also promotes muscle energy.
The scientists believe pain reduction associated with a massage - may be similar to the reaction the body has to conventional anti-inflammatory drugs.
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