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Bayer Pharmaceuticals at a Glance

Demographic change is impacting health care systems, with a growing number of chronic diseases and the increasing occurrence of multiple conditions. At the same time, people are taking a more active role in managing their own health. Bayer focuses on researching, developing and marketing specialty-f

Why should you vaccinate against HPV?

If you could protect yourself or your children from developing cancer through taking a shot, would you? This week, Risk Bites looks at why HPV vaccines are recommended for protection against cervical and other cancers, and how the risks and benefits pan out. The Risk Bites Team: Producer: Andrew M

The menstrual cycle

The menstrual cycle begins between the ages of 9 and 13. It brings physical and hormonal changes into four phases: menstruation, follicular phase, ovulation and luteal phase. This cycle typically lasts 28 days. It affects mood, health and fertility. The experiences are very different. Some have few