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Women persist in plastic surgery treatments that are not working, research says

12-13-2007 · University of Bath

Women are more likely to persist with using creams, supplements and plastic surgery to look younger if they feel these are not yet working, new research says

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Women persist in plastic surgery treatments that are not working, research says
12-12-2007 · EurekAlert!
Women are more likely to persist with using creams, supplements and plastic surgery to look younger if they feel these are not yet working, new research says.
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Scientists discover key to manipulating fat
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Few surgeons routinely refer breast cancer patients for reconstruction, U-M study finds
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Spearmint tea -- A possible treatment for mild hirsutism
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Good patient information is essential for choosing the best treatment for the kidney disease lupus nephritis. Dutch researcher Cecile Grootscholten concludes this following her doctoral research into two methods for treating lupus nephritis. She did not demonstrate any major differences but both treatments have pros and cons.
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