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Jun 28, 2006 -
This was one of my favorite bands in the early 90's but they have been MIA for a few years. Now they are back and it's like they never left. The Brand New Heavies just released their album called 'Get Used To It' after taking some time apart.
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Nov 16, 2009 -
I had one severe case of dry, peeling skin, and I had it bad. My chin and mouth area were flakier than both Heidi and Spencer Pratt combined. I needed one mighty fine exfoliator, and I needed it stat.
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Sep 29, 2009 -
With cooler weather on the way, dry skin is about to become a problem for a substantial number of us, and that means one thing: a darn good moisturizer. I'm on the hunt for something new and great myself, so I liked this review of L'Occitane Immortelle Very Precious Cream ($75). Reader ejfish provides a helpful breakdown of the product's pros and cons:
"Likes: Leaves a velvety soft film on my skin every morning (not an oily slick shine).
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Sep 11, 2009 -
Just out is the latest launch from Chantecaille called Sylvie Personal Collection. The range consists of four new products in the purple family (a popular colour trend this season) and was inspired by Sylvie Chantecaille, the founder of the brand. It is intended to be a fashion forward range for the chic and sophisticated, stylish city woman with gunmetal packaging and simple yet strong colours.
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Aug 14, 2009 -
A brand new trailer for New Moon is out, and it's airing in theaters this weekend before showings of Bandslam. The sneak peek at the upcoming film features a whole lot of Taylor Lautner and Kristen Stewart, with one quick look at Robert Pattinson. It also features Taylor discussing the physical changes his character undergoes, while not getting too heavy on the plot.
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Aug 06, 2009 -
During uncertain times like these, Gap knows spending over $100 on designer jeans is ludicrous. Dude, even in a bustling economy, it's still pretty crazy. That's why the brand just unleashed a new line, called 1969 Premium Jeans, that promises to deliver the same designer details without the heavy price tag.
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Oct 08, 2008 -
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- Highlights
- Introduction
- Menstrual Disorders
- Causes
- Risk Factors
- Complications
- Diagnosis
- Treatment
- Medications
- Surgery
- Resources
- References
HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M
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“No-Period” Pill Approved
In May 2007, the FDA approved Lybrel, the first birth control pill that completely eliminates monthly menstrual periods. Lybrel contains low doses of the estrogen estradiol and the progesterone levonorgestrol. The active pills are taken 365 days a year -- with no inactive pill breaks.
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Oct 08, 2008 -
In This Report
- Highlights
- Introduction
- Oral Contraception
- Implant Contraception
- Injected Contraception
- Intrauterine Devices (IUDs)...
- Spermicidal and Barrier Con...
- Natural Family Planning Met...
- Emergency Contraception
- Female Sterilization
- Resources
- References
HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M
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First "No-Period" Birth Control Pill Approved
In May 2007, the Food and Drug Administration approved Lybrel, the first birth control pill that completely eliminates monthly menstrual periods. Lybrel contains low doses of the estrogen estradiol and the progestin levonorgestrol. The active pills are taken 365 days a year with no inactive pill breaks.
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Oct 08, 2008 -
In This Report
- Highlights
- Introduction
- Diagnosis
- Causes
- Risk Factors
- Complications
- Symptoms
- Treatment
- Lifestyle Changes
- Medications
- Classes of Medications
- Resources
- References
HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M
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Drug Approval
In 2007, the FDA approved a new type of high blood pressure drug. Aliskiren (Tekturna) blocks renin, a kidney enzyme that is associated with blood pressure regulation. Aliskiren can be taken alone or in combination with other blood pressure drugs, but it should not be used during pregnancy.
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Oct 08, 2008 -
In This Report
- Highlights
- Introduction
- Causes
- Symptoms
- Risk Factors
- Complications
- Diagnosis
- Treatment
- Medications
- Surgery and Devices
- Lifestyle Changes
- Resources
- References
HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M
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Permanent Implantable Heart Approved
In 2006, the FDA approved the first permanent artificial heart. The AbiCor is intended for patients who are not eligible for heart transplants and who are only expected to survive about a month without medical treatment. Patients who received the AbiCor have survived, on average, about 5 months.
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