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Chronic fatigue is a frequently reported and neglected symptom among adolescent girls. Although it is often associated with ...

This encyclopedic article outlines evidence-based laboratory tests that are most useful for establishing individualized ...

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Researchers at Kumamoto University have developed a highly sensitive blood test that can detect subtle differences in how ...

A major global study suggests that a hidden mismatch between two common blood tests could quietly signal serious trouble ...

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Lamb and beef are two types of red meat that provide the body with easily absorbed heme iron. However, both meats can contribute to high blood pressure when eaten regularly.

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