TMC Medical Minutes: Pregnancies over age 35

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Online Ayurvedic Medicine May Be Unsafe
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Cancer Knowledge Lags In Poor Nations
People in low-income countries may be less informed about cancer risks such as smoking, according to a survey by the International Union Against Cancer.

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Most women in their mid-30’s and older have healthy pregnancies and healthy babies. Even so, there are some healthcare questions that may arise for these women. Obstetrician and Gynecologist, Dr. Dianne Chambers answers some of those.

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