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Diana Swift

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Diana Swift

Diana Swift is a freelance medical journalist based in Toronto. She has been a medical writer, editor and consumer health editor since 1988.

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Osteoporosis and Oral Health

Antiresorptive therapy does not preclude bone-invasive dental surgery, but good dental health is crucial

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For Your Patients: What to Know About Osteoporosis and Oral/Dental Health

Good hygiene is key, especially before invasive dental procedures

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Study Outlines the Considerable Costs of Keratoconus

Cumulative economic burden totals $3.8 billion

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Regulation Gap Persists in OTC Eye Care Products

Poor oversight, sketchy product information endanger public health, experts say

A photo of a mature woman receiving a Botox injection by a female dermatologist.

Side Benefit of Botulinum Toxin A? Reduced IOP in Hemifacial Spasm

Patients with hemifacial spasm and glaucoma need eye follow-up after injection

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For Your Patients: Talking to Your Doctor About Osteoporosis

Diagnosed early, fragile bones and full-blown osteoporosis can be treated, and fractures can be prevented

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Talking to Patients About Osteoporosis

Helping them understand the consequences of this brittle bone disease

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Smaller Lesions, Better Baseline Visual Acuity Bode Well for Submacular Hemorrhage

Non-surgical treatment associated with superior outcomes in small study

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Combo Anesthesia During Retinal Laser Treatment Reduced Pain Perception

Topical and subconjunctival technique also reduced treatment interruptions

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These Other Medical Conditions and Treatments Can Also Increase Osteoporosis Risk

Inflammation, corticosteroids, and impaired nutrient metabolism fuel low bone density

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