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This study looked at 202 women with septic abortion, a serious infection after a miscarriage or abortion. They compared giving the antibiotic clindamycin once a day versus three times a day, both with another antibiotic. The goal was to see if the simpler once-daily dose works ju…

This study looked at whether playing recreational beach tennis for 12 weeks could lower blood pressure and improve physical fitness in people with high blood pressure. 42 adults with hypertension who were not already exercising took part. The results will show if this fun activit…

This study looked at whether a gentle brain stimulation technique (tDCS) can reduce pain in women with fibromyalgia, and whether people who are more responsive to placebos get better results. 100 women received either real or fake stimulation. The goal was to see if targeting the…

This study tested whether a non-invasive brain stimulation method called tDCS can reduce chronic pelvic pain in women with endometriosis. Thirty women who were already on hormone therapy and had daily pain scores above 4 out of 10 took part. They received multiple tDCS sessions o…

This study tested a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called tDCS in 100 women with fibromyalgia. The goal was to see if it reduces pain and improves daily function, especially in those who are more likely to respond to placebo. Participants received either real or fake tD…

This study looked at two ways to help women who are unhappy with their bodies: the usual dieting approach versus a self-compassion approach that encourages being kind to yourself. 194 women aged 25 to 59 took part. The goal was to see which method better reduces body dissatisfact…

This study looked at whether giving students with ADHD more time on college entrance exams actually improves their scores. Researchers tested 103 students with and without ADHD under different time limits. The goal was to see if the accommodation is helpful and if it only benefit…

This study looked at whether teaching parents of very preterm infants to do gentle massage and stimulation at home can improve their baby's brain development. About 138 babies were split into two groups: one received standard care, and the other had extra parent-led activities. T…