Background

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Key results Evidence suggests that the levonorgestrel-releasing intrauterine system (LNG-IUS) is the best first-line option for reducing menstrual bleeding, while antifibrinolytics are probably the second best, and long-cycle progestogens are the third best. Because of some limitations in the evidence, we are not sure what the true effect of these first-line treatments is for the perception of improvement and satisfaction.

Key messages - After six months of treatment, medicines called 'biologics' seem to work best to clear patches of psoriasis on the skin. - Longer studies are needed to assess the benefits and potential harms of longer treatment with medicines that are injected or taken by mouth to treat psoriasis. - More studies are needed that compare these types of medicines directly against each other. What is psoriasis?

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Key messages - The results suggest that a single symptom included in this review cannot accurately diagnose COVID-19. - Loss of sense of taste or smell could be a 'red flag' for the presence of COVID-19. Cough or fever might be useful to identify people who might have COVID-19. These symptoms might be useful to prompt further testing when they are present.

Background: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a common, preventable and treatable lung disease. COPD makes it harder for a person to get air in and out of the lungs. Symptoms include shortness of breath, cough, excess phlegm and wheezing. COPD can cause a huge impact on a person's life and lead to poor health.  Question: What evidence exists for educational interventions delivered to health professionals managing COPD in primary care?

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Review question We reviewed the evidence about the effect of music therapy for autistic people. We compared results from people receiving music therapy (or music therapy added to standard care) with results from people receiving a similar therapy without music ('placebo' therapy), standard care or no therapy at all. Background

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