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HPV vaccination rates lag among teens

A CDC report out this week delivers good and bad news about adolescent vaccinations. Data show far too few female teens are getting the HPV vaccine. We explain what's behind these findings.

Is prevention a smart investment? You bet

We all know the key to a smart investment is a good rate of return. It’s a rule of thumb that Congress and the administration have taken to heart in the passage of the Affordable Care Act, adopting the get-the-most-bang-for-your-buck principle to help Americans care for their health in the same way they care for...

Good nutrition comes at a higher price, says new study

Eating a healthy diet will cost you, says a study published online this week in Health Affairs. Researchers from the University of Washington School of Public Health looked at the impact of following federal dietary guidelines on U.S. wallets.